Illustrated Guide to the Shortcut of Cupping Therapy for Treating Illnesses

Author: Shao Shuijin
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Publish Date: 2005-05-01
Features: Cupping therapy is an important component of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and one of the oldest healing methods in China. This book is divided into three parts. The first part covers meridian and acupoint theory, introducing the concept of meridians, the composition of the meridian system, the names and surface distribution patterns of the twelve meridians, the running and therapeutic principles of the fourteen meridians, the concept, classification, functions, and locating methods of acupoints, as well as commonly used acupoints for cupping. The second part discusses cupping techniques, introducing the brief history of cupping, its mechanism of action, operational protocols, as well as the indications, contraindications, and precautions of cupping. The third part presents cupping treatments for common diseases, covering 87 common diseases across various clinical disciplines, all of which have demonstrated good clinical efficacy. This book is richly illustrated, comprehensive, and easy to understand, making it a valuable reference for clinical practitioners, students of medical institutions, and cupping enthusiasts alike.