Chinese Medicine Treatment of Ankylosing Spondylitis (Second Edition)

Author: Wang Weilan
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Publish Date: 2003-11-18
Features: This book is a clinical monograph on Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) treatment for ankylosing spondylitis. Since its first publication in 1999, it has been widely welcomed by readers, leading to a revised edition for their enjoyment. Ankylosing spondylitis is a Western medical term, falling under the categories of kidney arthralgia, morning stiffness, hunchback, and kyphosis in TCM. Both Western and Chinese medicine lack established methods for treating this disease, and there is no ideal medication for it. The author has drawn upon the essence of classic works such as the Neijing (Yellow Emperor's Inner Canon) and the Shanghan Lun (Treatise on Cold Damage), referenced the effective formulas and medications used by in treating arthralgia, and summarized their 70 years of clinical experience in treating this condition, resulting in this book. The book introduces the epidemiological characteristics of ankylosing spondylitis—most common in male adolescents—and creatively clarifies that kidney deficiency and (Du meridian stagnation) are the etiology and pathogenesis of the disease. It proposes that replenishing the kidneys, nourishing essence, and regulating the Du meridian are the fundamental treatment principles. The book also provides an in-depth account of the author's decades of experience in using herbal medicine and their insights in treating the disease. Additionally, it includes 24 typical case studies and a literature review on the research and discussions of this disease by contemporary TCM and pharmacy experts. At the end of the book, the author has compiled a detailed table of viscera differentiation and syndrome treatment for reference, making it useful for rural, grassroots, and clinical practitioners. Thus, this book serves as an essential reference for both Western and Chinese medicine practitioners in treating this disease, as well as a valuable resource for patients and their families in managing, preventing, and maintaining health.