This successful Chinese medicine textbook covers the theory of traditional Chinese medicine and acupuncture, and discusses in detail the use of acupuncture points and the principles of treatment. The material is based on rigorous reference to ancient and modern Chinese texts, and explains the application of theory in a Western practice context. The new edition features new and updated material, including discussion of 50 additional acupuncture points and more patterns. A redesigned layout complements the accessible writing style and makes the material even easier to follow. Plus, an accompanying CD-ROM contains over 750 self-testing questions in a variety of formats. This version remedies some of the shortcomings of the first edition and is now as near a complete exposition of Chinese medicine theory as could be presented in a single text. It is unlikely to be supplanted for years to come, if ever, and with Giovanni's similarly seminal textbooks on clinical practice, diagnostics, gynaecology and obstetrics and tongue diagnosis, forms the bedrock for all practitioners of Chinese medicine in the West.'
The text is beautifully presented in two colours. A large number of clear illustrations and text boxes highlight the important points and aid readability. Learning outcomes are summarised at the end of each chapter. This is a well designed and easy to read textbook, which sources mainly from the classic Chinese medicine texts, including both ancient literature and modern books. It benefits from the author's rich experience in clinical practice in the West and his training in
I would recommend this book to anyone who is interested in studying TCM systematically, particulary those intending to develop a career in acupuncture.
About the Author
Giovanni Maciocia, CAc (Nanjing), Acupuncturist and Medical Herbalist, UK; Visiting Professor of the Nanjing University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, People's Republic of China
- Title: The Foundations of Chinese Medicine: A Comprehensive Text for Acupuncturists and Herbalists, Second Edition
- Author: Giovanni Maciocia
- Hardcover: 1236 pages
- Publisher: Churchill Livingstone; 2 edition (July 13, 2005)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 0443074895
- ISBN-13: 978-0443074899
- Product Dimensions: 9.8 x 7.6 x 2.2 inches
- List Price: $160.00
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