Pediatric Acupuncture

ISBN-13: 9780443070327 / Angielski / Twarda / 2002 / 372 str.

May Loo

Opis

This practical introduction to pediatric acupuncture and related techniques explores the important concepts of childhood development and integrates conventional theories with those of Traditional Chinese Medicine. Provides effective acupuncture techniques for treating 22 common childhood conditions, with special emphasis on treatments that are safe, simple, non-invasive, and readily accepted by children.

Spis treści

Foreword
Acknowledgements
Introduction
History of pediatrics
The beginning of life
Understanding the physiology and pathophysiology of childhood illnesses
Childhood development according to the Five Elements
Evaluation of children
Pediatric acupuncture modalities and treatment protocols
Dietary management
Childhood infections and immunizations - update and controversies:
Measles
Mumps
Rubella
Pertussis
Diphtheria
Tetanus
Polio
Haemophilus influenzae
Pneumococcus
Hepatitis B
Varicella
Common pediatric conditions - East and West
Introduction
Abdominal pain
Acne
Asthma
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
Colic
Conjunctivitis
Constipation
Diaper rash
Diarrhea
Drooling
Eczema
Enuresis
Fever
Headache
Hiccups
Immune system
Inflammatory bowel disease
Otitis media
Pharyngitis
Seizures
Upper respiratory tract infection
Urinary tract infection
Appendix: Acupuncture meridians
Bibliography of general Chinese medicine texts
Index