Effective Pain Management with Chinese Medicine

By Benjamin Apichai

Are you tired of relying on pain medication for your upper body pain? Chinese medicine offers a safe and effective alternative without the risk of adverse side effects associated with opioid use. Chinese Medicine for Upper Body Pain introduces various pain management options, including acupuncture, herbal medicine, and Tui Na (Chinese bodywork), providing a comprehensive guide for both practitioners and patients.

Understanding Pain Management Options

This book offers concise explanations of anatomy, pathology, and etiology from both Western and Chinese medicine perspectives. It also includes self-care instructions that are easy to follow and effective in managing pain.

Exploring Chinese Medicine Treatments

Chinese Medicine for Upper Body Pain covers various treatments in Chinese medicine, such as:

• Acupuncture: Learn about traditional methods including acupuncture point selection and its modifications, electroacupuncture, point bleeding, auricular medicine, cupping, and moxibustion.
• Herbal Medicine: Discover herbal formulas with their sources and modifications to help manage upper body pain.
• Tui Na Therapy: Understand the benefits of Tui Na, a form of Chinese bodywork, in alleviating pain and promoting overall well-being.

Dietary, Exercise, and Self-Care Protocols

This book provides dietary, exercise, and self-care protocols designed to help patients better manage their pain and improve their quality of life. With photos for reference and ease of understanding, Chinese Medicine for Upper Body Pain is an invaluable resource for both self-care practitioners and students of Chinese medicine practices, as well as patients seeking a holistic approach to pain management.

For a comprehensive understanding of pain management using Chinese medicine, pair this book with Chinese Medicine for Lower Body Pain, covering the use of Chinese medicine for pain management for the complete body.

Product Details:

Publisher: CRC Press; 1st edition (May 25, 2023)

Language: English

Pages: 574

ISBN-10: 1032066008

ISBN-13: 978-1032066004