Pathological Differentiation of Meridian Syndromes and Acupuncture and Moxibustion Therapy

Author: Zhang Ji
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Publish Date: 2006-06-01
Features: This book systematically and comprehensively discusses the syndromes of the twelve meridians and the eight extraordinary meridians, and summarizes them into four aspects: ① Syndromes reflected by the internal course of the meridian through the corresponding organ (viscera or cavity); ② Syndromes reflected by the external course of the meridian through the body, muscles, and surface; ③ Syndromes reflected by the related organs, tissues, and structures of the meridian; ④ Syndromes of the meridian's sinews and collaterals. On this basis, it establishes the treatment principles, acupoint selection patterns, and corresponding techniques through the four diagnostic categories of deficiency/excess, cold/heat. This makes acupuncture and moxibustion syndrome differentiation and treatment more complete and systematic. The book is well-organized, clear, and easy to understand, making it suitable for researchers and clinical practitioners of Traditional Chinese Medicine to study and reference.