Medicina

Scalp acupuncture is also known as head acupuncture, and has developed on the foundation of Chinese traditional acupuncture, modern anatomy, neurophysiology and bioholography theory. It is easy to do with marked effect and safety. It is not only especially effective for cerebral diseases, but also for disorders relating to internal medicine, external medicine, gynecology, pediatrics and ENT, and it has been used in medical practice by doctors abroad, and well received by a great number of patients.There are two volumes to the book. The first volume includes the general introduction, origin and development of scalp acupuncture, head anatomy, channels, collaterals and points on the head, different schools of scalp acupuncture, treating methods, contraindications and precautions. The second volume focuses on clinical application, covering the treating measures for disorders relating to internal medicine, external medicine, gynecology, pediatrics, dermatology and ENT. The book contains a mixture of theory and practical application, and applicable to practitioners of acupuncture, medical students and family health care practitioners. It is hoped that publication of this book may further the development of scalp acupuncture and make significant contributions to the health of mankind.The contents of this book are rich, simple, practical and readable. It explains the theories and foundations of scalp acupuncture. It presents in details of the therapy, principle of treatment, making of needle, and method for manipulation. It demonstrates the figures and the first-hand information in clinic. It displays detailed clinical experiences and case studies.

This title is directed primarily towards health care professionals outside of the United States. The author's numerous years of experience provide the back bone for this indispensable illustrated introduction to osteopathic manipulations of the skull. The aim of this book is to give the practitioner or the student of osteopathy the basic knowledge of biomechanics and cranial pathomechanics. These two subjects are at the heart of all diagnosis and provide the practitioner with the choice of techniques they will use.

Dx-Direct is a series of twelve Thieme books covering the main subspecialties in radiology. It includes all the cases you are most likely to see in your typical working day as a radiologist. For each condition or disease you will find the information you need--with just the right level of detail. Whether you are a resident or a trainee, preparing for board examinations or just looking for a superbly organized reference: Dx-Direct is the high-yield choice for you! The series covers the full spectrum of radiology subspecialties including: Brain Gastrointestinal Cardiac Breast Urogenital Vascular Spinal Head and Neck Musculoskeletal Pediatric Thoracic Interventional Radiology Dx-Direct gets to the point: Definitions, Epidemiology, Etiology, and Imaging Signs Typical Presentation, Treatment Options, Course and Prognosis Differential Diagnosis, Tips and Pitfalls, and key References ...all combined with high-quality diagnostic images.

Shi Xue-min's "Comprehensive Textbook of Acupuncture and Moxibustion" is a valuable collection of two volumes which includes Dr. Shi Xue-min's academic and clinical experience in the world of traditional Chinese medicine. This is the first English edition of Dr. Shi Xue-min's life work. Never before has a Chinese TCM master written such a descriptive and complete academic and clinical textbook.Dr. Shi Xue-min is one of China's most esteemed TCM masters and highly praised professors for his clinical success and unique needling techniques. Volume one provides a detailed description of all the channels and vessels as well as a complete description of point locations with their indications, actions and clinical combinations. It also includes various ancient and recent needling and moxibustion techniques along with vivid illustrations. Volume two conveys a compilation of clinical treatment protocols and clinical cases of various diseases with detailed TCM explanation of treatment approach.The intent of this book is to bring professional TCM theory and clinical experience to the Western world. This important collection may serve as an academic and practical reference for the serious student and senior practitioner alike in both their clinical and teaching work.It explains the ancient textual theories and foundations of TCM. It presents a detailed explanation of point locations, functions, indications along with vivid illustrations. It describes ancient and recently developed needling and moxibustion techniques along with clinical applications. It is the first English translation of the "Xing Nao Kai Qiao" needling technique known as "activating the mind and opening the orifices" technique which is highly effective and clinically proven to treat apoplexy and paralysis. It exhibits detailed clinical cases with complete treatment plan and complete explanation of point prescriptions of various diseases.

"Netter's Concise Neuroanatomy" illustrates, as only Netter can, an understanding of neuroanatomy coupled with diagrams. It can either be used alongside existing medical and allied health neuroanatomy textbooks or monographs, or as a stand alone neuroanatomy text.

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