Established by the Western Han dynasty more than 2,000 years ago, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is currently finding increased acceptance. A General Introduction to Traditional Chinese Medicine explores the thinking behind TCM, its philosophy-based theory, and its cutting-edge uses in today's clinical practice. The book covers: Establishment and characteristics of TCM's theory Establishment and development of TCM's clinical system. Basic features of TCM TCM's philosophical bases: primordial qi, yin-yang and Five Elements TCM's medical model, method, and architecture Organized to make information easily accessible, each chapter contains: Goals & Requirements and Key Contents to enable readers to understand the core and the outline of the chapter Endnotes for readers to learn some cultural and historical information peculiar to China Glossary for readers to understand more specific information about TCM and Chinese culture Complete with chapter outlines and ancillary material, this carefully designed guide brings a time-tested practice back to the future.
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Inc
ISBN-13
9781420090444
eBay Product ID (ePID)
96318303
Product Key Features
Book Title
A General Introduction to Traditional Chinese Medicine
Author
Guo Lei, Men Jiuzhang
Format
Hardcover
Language
English
Topic
Mental Exercise
Publication Year
2009
Number of Pages
136 Pages
Dimensions
Item Height
254mm
Item Width
178mm
Item Weight
431g
Additional Product Features
Country/Region of Manufacture
United States
Editor
Men Jiuzhang, Guo Lei
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