Basis/Chinese Medicine

by Shen Ziyin and Chen Zelin

Book Overview

This is a comprehensive overview of the history, principles, and practices of traditional Chinese medicine. It covers the essential concepts and techniques, such as herbs, acupuncture, massage and Qigong breath therapy. Also explained is the Chinese concept of yin and yang, and the five elements, as well as the relationship between humanity and nature, the Chinese view of the actual causes of disease, and common diagnostic methods.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1570621926
• ISBN13: 9781570621925
• Release Date: September 1996
• Publisher: Shambhala Publications
• Length: 244 Pages
• Weight: 0.75 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 5.5" x 8.4"

Customer Reviews

An excellent reference book

"The Basis of Traditional Chinese Medicine" is a medicinal cookbook filled with time proven herbal remedies for numerous problems. Reknown Chinese herbalists Shen Ziyin and Chen Zelin have beutifully outlined the processing and applications of many Chinese medicinal herbs. Also includes a lot of information on applying accupuncture (worth the price of the book by itself). Contains many of the health promoting Qui Gong relaxation methods and exercises. Both authors have won many awards for scientific achievement in human organ research.