Books

Every practitioner of acupuncture is confronted with the same problem: how do I choose points to treat a particular patient at a particular time? For the complex conditions most often seen in Western clinics, rote prescriptions are rarely effective. Through his decades-long experience as a practitioner, Dr. Jean-Marc Kespi has returned to the ancient roots of acupuncture and developed an approach to choosing the best points for a given situation.

This handbook summarizes the key elements of Chinese Pulse Diagnosis: A Contemporary Approach in a portable edition. It is the result of the very hard work, by many practitioners, of extracting the essentials from each area of this subject. The present volume offers a clear and practical path toward a better understanding of traditional pulse diagnosis, while recasting its interpretation in the context of our own times.

Revised and significantly expanded, the new edition of this handbook provides full information on the use of essential oils in the field of contemporary aromatherapy, based on the research evidence behind their therapeutic applications.

Two of the major texts in the history of tongue diagnosis, The Ao Shi Shang Han Jin Jing Lu and the Shang Han She Jian, are presented and put into context in this volume, reaffirming the strength of tongue diagnosis as a core diagnostic method.  Ideal for any practitioner looking to delve more deeply into this core diagnostic method.

Connecting the fundamentals of Chinese medicine with the lesser-known spiritual and esoteric aspects of practice, this book will be of great interest to intermediate and advanced practitioners of Qi Gong, Nei Gong, Taijiquan and Chinese medicine.

In this unique book Dr. Twicken presents classic Chinese philosophical models that explain the relationships between philosophy, Chinese medical principles, acupuncture channels and the human body.

This authoritative text provides a complete overview of Chinese moxibustion techniques and methods, including detailed treatments and contraindications for a wide range of conditions.

This introduction to the key principles of needling techniques for acupuncturists has been produced with the needs of the student in mind, and serves as a core learning tool for beginners, and a handy reference for later use.

Compiled by professors of the School of Acupuncture and Massage of Beijing University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, this is an authoritative handbook that will be of interest to acupuncturists as well as teachers, students and practitioners of Chinese medicine.

Much of acupuncture practice in the West remains incomplete or less potent because it has been based upon particular interpretations often by only one individual, in translation. The broad, diverse and ancient practices of Chinese medicine are often misconstrued and overshadowed by the more modern Traditional Chinese Medicine in Westernised texts.

This practical granule handbook for clinicians covers effective dosing strategies, methods of formula combining, common clinical approaches seen in mainland China and Taiwan, concentration ratios and their effect on dosage, various manufacturing methods and their impact on patient care, how to set up an efficient pharmacy with attention to good compounding practices.

You can improve results of in vitro fertilization patients up to 60% with the protocols in this book!

A short, easy-to-follow book that gives practitioners of acupuncture and Chinese medicine all the information they need to notice, understand, and refer their patients correctly when facing potentially dangerous signs and symptoms. Dr. Anzaldua presents all the most common red flag signs and symptoms that we may see in an acupuncture clinic. He also tells us what level of referral may be necessary for each case. This book belongs on every practitioner’s shelf . . . it could save somebody’s life!

This volume is the first translation of and commentary on one of the most remarkable texts in the Chinese medical literature, Li Shi-Zhen’s Exposition on the Eight Extraordinary Vessels. Bringing together writings on acupuncture, herbal medicine, and internal cultivation (nei dan), it argues that aspiring adepts and physicians alike must understand the full scope of the extraordinary vessels if they hope to achieve their respective goals.

Applied Channel Theory in Chinese Medicine demonstrates how a deeper understanding of the interrelationship between organ and channel theory can lead to more precise diagnoses and better clinical results. Presented in a unique and highly readable format that preserves the intimacy of dialogue between apprentice and teacher, with questions and answers, narratives, and case studies.

This new edition of Atlas of Chinese Tongue Diagnosis contains over 200 color photographs of tongues seen in a Western clinic. Each photograph is accompanied by a description of the significant features of the tongue, the corresponding Chinese diagnosis for each feature, accompanying symptoms, Western diagnosis, and pertinent background information.

Included in this new edition are over 800 medicinal formulas drawn from both classical and modern sources. For each of the 340-plus principal formulas there is a discussion of its therapeutic actions and indications, analysis of the functions and interactions of the ingredients, method of preparation, and a list of modifications to customize the formula in the clinic. Over 460 variations and associated formulas offer additional options for the practitioner.

For those of us that have been using Bensky’s 2nd edition in our clinics for years, this book is an incredible leap forward! This is, without a doubt, the most thorough Materia Medica available in English. It includes more than twice the content of the previous edition, with classical and modern insights into more than 530 Chinese herbs.

This new book could make a difference in the life of a patient when no other therapies will help. The authors, who have a combined 60 years of experience using Chinese scalp acupuncture, have given us a true gift: a thorough clinic manual for learning this amazing tool for patients who suffer from seriously debilitating conditions such as the sequelae of stroke, phantom limb pain, PTSD, Meniere’s syndrome, multiple sclerosis, herpes zoster, seizures, essential tremor, and Parkinsonism.

The latest information (2010) from both Western and Chinese medicine on most major gynecological diseases with Chinese medical treatments to use either as stand-alone therapy or along with Western medical therapies that patients may be using. Based on Dr. Liang’s extensive clinical experience of over 35 years.

Covers 38 common pediatric diseases in an easy-to-read style for parents. Under each disease is a brief discussion of the patterns one typically encounters, what acupuncture and Chinese medicine have to offer, and tips on diet and home remedies.

Manual of Dermatology in Chinese Medicine provides the practitioner with the information needed to properly treat skin diseases. 

A practical handbook of moxibustion for modern practitioners and students of Asian medicine for use in everyday clinical settings. It contains techniques and treatments as old as the Huang Di Nei Jing and as contemporary as modern clinical trials. The author has used most of the techniques described in the book and gives clear, step-by-step directions for each one.

All the basics and all the details you need to make a living billing your patients’ insurance successfully.

Whether you are starting a practice for the first time or you need a kick-start of inspiration, this is the book/website package you need. It covers everything you need to know to start your business and is used by over 25 schools as a required text. The companion website alone is worth the price.

This revised, expanded edition includes many more statements, Chinese characters and pinyin for every statement, and Bob Flaws’ commentary on the clinical meaning of each statement. A linguistically accurate list of key statements of fact in Chinese medicine for Western practitioners and students to gain clarity/proficiency in the process/practice of TCM.

Ten Key Formula Families in Chinese Medicine provides a practical path to a deeper understanding of traditional Chinese herbal formulas. Dr. Huang discusses the core aspects of the ten most important families of formulas in the classical formula tradition in a way that is both profound and accessible.

Medicinal porridges (jook in Cantonese and congee or porridge in English) are a healthy alternative to the typical Western breakfast. Cooked in a crockpot overnight and combining specific grains, vegetables, meats, eggs, or various Chinese herbs, these are medicinal porridges for prevention and remedial care. Great patient “homework”.

Bob Flaws shares his secret for learning how to do Chinese pulse diagnosis. He has identified a single key technique to unlock Chinese pulse diagnosis for everyone who applies it. Using this technique, you can really learn to reliably feel the 28 pulses.

Learn what Chinese medicine has to say about food allergies, candidiasis, cholesterol, dieting, fasting, and raw foods. Chinese medical descriptions of over 150 common foods, vitamins, minerals, and amino acids.

Warm Pathogen Diseases is a sourcebook for understanding auto-immune disorders, the treatment of chronic bacterial and viral infections, and the treatment of epidemic illnesses. This practical guide belongs in every herbalist’s library. It is “everyday” useful!

Improve your skills and medical knowledge by learning how to: • Properly percuss and palpate the abdominal organs • Listen for pathological heart murmurs • Take an accurate blood pressure • Assess palpable lymph nodes • Determine your patients’ level of mental health • Recognize acute and sub-acute red flag cases