Liu Shoushan's Bone Setting Experience

Author: Dongzhimen Hospital, Beijing University of Traditional Chinese Medicine
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Publishing Date: 2006-01-01
Features: Professor Liu Shoushan has been engaged in clinical practice and teaching of TCM orthopedics for over 50 years, renowned for his rich clinical and teaching experience, and is famous for his therapeutic approach emphasizing manual techniques. He holds the saying "seven parts technique, three parts medicine." He has prepared eight methods for each of the following: bone setting, joint reduction, and tendon treatment, with unique techniques and remarkable efficacy. In the treatment of soft tissue injuries, he emphasizes the holistic view of TCM, which is particularly distinctive. The book is divided into two parts. The first part covers general theories on the normal human body's tendons, bones, techniques, diagnosis, tools, and medication. The second part introduces the reduction techniques, massage, and prescriptions for four categories of diseases: fractures, dislocations, tendon injuries, and internal injuries. The book includes over 300 illustrations, making it (rich in both text and illustrations), facilitating reference and use for readers. This book was first published in 1966, revised in 1992, and is now reprinted for publication.