This new book clearly and vividly reviews the development of the theories and practice of acupuncture. Readers will find a wealth of incisive historical research and realistic contemporary evidence. The book also explores the conditions and symptoms that indicate acupuncture as a possible treatment, and broadly describes the processes of diagnosis and treatment.
This new book clearly and vividly reviews the development of the theories and practice of acupuncture. Readers will find a wealth of incisive historic...
Shonishin: Japanese Pediatric Acupuncture addresses the emerging interest in safe, specialized, non-insertion acupuncture treatment options for infants and children. The only English language book available on the topic, it focuses on the most important feature in the treatment of children: patient-comfort. The author gives hands-on advice that can be easily integrated into clinical practice.
The text begins with an overview of the underlying principles of Shonishin and the special tools and needles used to gently press, tap, scratch, rub, and...
Shonishin: Japanese Pediatric Acupuncture addresses the emerging interest in safe, specialized, non-insertion acupuncture t...
In a concise manner, Birch manages to capture the essence of meridian therapy-no mean feat. -- Journal of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine
The new edition is clearly richer in terms of clinical education and experience. -- Doody's Review (starred review)
Now in an expanded new edition, this user-friendly manual remains the foremost instructional reference for the application of Shonishin, or Japanese pediatric acupuncture. The book addresses the unique and often changing circumstances involved in the treatment of infants and...
In a concise manner, Birch manages to capture the essence of meridian therapy-no mean feat. -- Journal of Acupuncture and Oriental...