Acupoint Massage Health Encyclopedia - Fully Illustrated (Includes a Free Poster)

Author: Zhou Dazhuan
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Publish Date: 2007-01-01
Features: Massage, also known as Tuina or Anqiao, is a form of external therapy in traditional Chinese medicine. Acupressure is a non-pharmacological therapy that is non-invasive and free of any adverse reactions. It helps prevent illness when sick and strengthens the body when healthy, fully aligning with the modern medical community's advocacy of "non-invasive medicine" and "natural therapy." Moreover, it boasts remarkable efficacy and is increasingly favored by both the medical community and the general public. This book, in Chapter , introduces the basic knowledge of acupressure techniques, precautions, contraindications, and more. Chapter Two lists common acupoints and reflex zones along with their locations and functions, facilitating identification and memorization for beginners. Chapter Three covers the acupressure treatments for nearly one hundred common conditions, including head massage, hand massage, foot massage, and trunk massage, as well as daily lifestyle precautions for patients. Chapter Four presents self-care massage techniques. The entire book is richly illustrated, concise in language, easy to understand, highly practical, and is particularly suitable for the prevention and treatment of household illnesses, as well as personal health maintenance and therapy. It can also serve as a reference for clinical practitioners.