Chinese characteristic therapies for hypertension

Author: Sha Ronggui
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Publish Date: 2004-07-01
Features: Hypertension is a serious cardiovascular disease that poses a significant threat to human health. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) has a long history of preventing and treating this disease, accumulating extensive experience. In the past two decades, the integration of modern medical science has deepened the understanding of hypertension in TCM, expanded its treatment methods, and gradually improved its efficacy. This book aims to summarize these achievements, highlight the unique advantages of TCM, and contribute to the prevention and treatment of hypertension. The book is divided into three parts—Upper, Middle, and Lower—and provides detailed discussions and introductions on the TCM etiology and mechanisms of hypertension, syndrome differentiation, treatment methods, herbal formulas, single herbs, patent medicines, as well as topical applications, fumigation and washing, medicinal pillows, acupuncture, and massage. It also includes the unique insights, experiences, and treatment methods of some renowned TCM practitioners on this condition. The content is rich and highly practical.