Chinese Herbal Formulas: Treatment Principles and Composition Strategies E-Book, 1st Edition
Chinese Herbal Formulas: Treatment Principles and Composition Strategies E-Book
Author :
Yifan Yang
Date of Publication: 01/2010
Traditionally the study of Chinese herbal formulas has involved memorizing hundreds of classic formulas, and recognizing and summarizing the relevant treatment rules and formula-making strategies in order to create appropriate formulas for treatment. ...view more
Traditionally the study of Chinese herbal formulas has involved memorizing hundreds of classic formulas, and recognizing and summarizing the relevant treatment rules and formula-making strategies in order to create appropriate formulas for treatment. This new book by Yifan Yang, author of Chinese Herbal Medicines: Comparisons and Characteristics (which pioneered the comparative method of single herb study), introduces a new approach to formula study. The reader is shown how to use the basic treatment rules and composition strategies, abstrated from hundreds of formulas, in order to create individual formulas for treating a variety of syndromes. The method is clear and easy to understand, with a systematic approach and an emphasis on essential knowledge.
Key features
19 common syndromes and 60 sub-syndromes are described and discussed in detail, illustrated with clear line drawings
Chinese diagnosis of syndromes are realated to the Western disease names
Treatment principles and plans are given for each syndrome
Principles of herb selection are introduced with recommendations and explanations of specific herbs in relation to each syndrome
166 classic formulas are given as examples
Treatment strategies in complicated syndromes, treatment sequences, cautionary advice for herbs and combinations with Western drugs, dosage management in a variety of conditions and commonly used pairs of herbs are all discussed
Detailed indexes and contents lists facilitate quick reference and searching within the text.
Chinese Herbal Formulas: Treatment Principles and Composition Strategies is written by an experienced practitioner and lecturer of Chinese herbal medicine. It is the ideal companion to Chinese Herbal Medicines: Comparisons and Characteristics, by the same author.
Traditionally the study of Chinese herbal formulas has involved memorizing hundreds of classic formulas, and recognizing and summarizing the relevant treatment rules and formula-making strategies in order to create appropriate formulas for treatment. This new book by Yifan Yang, author of Chinese Herbal Medicines: Comparisons and Characteristics (which pioneered the comparative method of single herb study), introduces a new approach to formula study. The reader is shown how to use the basic treatment rules and composition strategies, abstrated from hundreds of formulas, in order to create individual formulas for treating a variety of syndromes. The method is clear and easy to understand, with a systematic approach and an emphasis on essential knowledge.
Key features
19 common syndromes and 60 sub-syndromes are described and discussed in detail, illustrated with clear line drawings
Chinese diagnosis of syndromes are realated to the Western disease names
Treatment principles and plans are given for each syndrome
Principles of herb selection are introduced with recommendations and explanations of specific herbs in relation to each syndrome
166 classic formulas are given as examples
Treatment strategies in complicated syndromes, treatment sequences, cautionary advice for herbs and combinations with Western drugs, dosage management in a variety of conditions and commonly used pairs of herbs are all discussed
Detailed indexes and contents lists facilitate quick reference and searching within the text.
Chinese Herbal Formulas: Treatment Principles and Composition Strategies is written by an experienced practitioner and lecturer of Chinese herbal medicine. It is the ideal companion to Chinese Herbal Medicines: Comparisons and Characteristics, by the same author.
Key Features
- Ofers a method of learning formula composition clearly and concisely- Detailed syndrome differentiation and analysis help students to understand the syndromes and give clear orientation in their treatment plan- Includes clear and detailed information on selection of herbs- Abstracts from each chapter allow practitioners to quickly select herbs in the clinical practice- Also covers dosage management, special strategies for treated complicated cases, contraindications of using formulas and treatment orders
Author Information
By Yifan Yang, MD, MSc, Private Practitioner and Lecturer, The Netherlands and Former Lecturer in Medicine, Beijing University of TCM, Beijing, China
https://www.mea.elsevierhealth.com/chinese-herbal-formulas-treatment-principles-and-composition-strategies-e-book-9780702047831.html88787Chinese Herbal Formulas: Treatment Principles and Composition Strategies E-Bookhttps://www.mea.elsevierhealth.com/media/catalog/product/9/7/9780702047831_7.jpg70.4693.95USDInStock/Health Professions/Complementary Medicine/eBooks99945255040137399355145120<p>Traditionally the study of Chinese herbal formulas has involved memorizing hundreds of classic formulas, and recognizing and summarizing the relevant treatment rules and formula-making strategies in order to create appropriate formulas for treatment. This new book by Yifan Yang, author of <i>Chinese Herbal Medicines: Comparisons and Characteristics </i>(which pioneered the comparative method of single herb study), introduces a new approach to formula study. The reader is shown how to use the basic treatment rules and composition strategies, abstrated from hundreds of formulas, in order to create individual formulas for treating a variety of syndromes. The method is clear and easy to understand, with a systematic approach and an emphasis on essential knowledge. </p>
<P>Key features</p>
<UL>
<LI>19 common syndromes and 60 sub-syndromes are described and discussed in detail, illustrated with clear line drawings</li>
<LI>Chinese diagnosis of syndromes are realated to the Western disease names</li>
<LI>Treatment principles and plans are given for each syndrome</li>
<LI>Principles of herb selection are introduced with recommendations and explanations of specific herbs in relation to each syndrome</li>
<LI>166 classic formulas are given as examples</li>
<LI>Treatment strategies in complicated syndromes, treatment sequences, cautionary advice for herbs and combinations with Western drugs, dosage management in a variety of conditions and commonly used pairs of herbs are all discussed</li>
<LI>Detailed indexes and contents lists facilitate quick reference and searching within the text.</li></ul>
<P><i>Chinese Herbal Formulas: Treatment Principles and Composition Strategies</i> is written by an experienced practitioner and lecturer of Chinese herbal medicine. It is the ideal companion to <i>Chinese Herbal Medicines: Comparisons and Characteristics, </i>by the same author.</p> <p>Traditionally the study of Chinese herbal formulas has involved memorizing hundreds of classic formulas, and recognizing and summarizing the relevant treatment rules and formula-making strategies in order to create appropriate formulas for treatment. This new book by Yifan Yang, author of <i>Chinese Herbal Medicines: Comparisons and Characteristics </i>(which pioneered the comparative method of single herb study), introduces a new approach to formula study. The reader is shown how to use the basic treatment rules and composition strategies, abstrated from hundreds of formulas, in order to create individual formulas for treating a variety of syndromes. The method is clear and easy to understand, with a systematic approach and an emphasis on essential knowledge. </p>
<P>Key features</p>
<UL>
<LI>19 common syndromes and 60 sub-syndromes are described and discussed in detail, illustrated with clear line drawings</li>
<LI>Chinese diagnosis of syndromes are realated to the Western disease names</li>
<LI>Treatment principles and plans are given for each syndrome</li>
<LI>Principles of herb selection are introduced with recommendations and explanations of specific herbs in relation to each syndrome</li>
<LI>166 classic formulas are given as examples</li>
<LI>Treatment strategies in complicated syndromes, treatment sequences, cautionary advice for herbs and combinations with Western drugs, dosage management in a variety of conditions and commonly used pairs of herbs are all discussed</li>
<LI>Detailed indexes and contents lists facilitate quick reference and searching within the text.</li></ul>
<P><i>Chinese Herbal Formulas: Treatment Principles and Composition Strategies</i> is written by an experienced practitioner and lecturer of Chinese herbal medicine. It is the ideal companion to <i>Chinese Herbal Medicines: Comparisons and Characteristics, </i>by the same author.</p>USD00add-to-cart97807020478312011 and earlierProfessionalBy Yifan Yang, MD, MSc20101E-Book189w x 246h (7.44" x 9.68")Churchill Livingstone46426 Jan 2010IN STOCKBy <STRONG>Yifan Yang</STRONG>, MD, MSc, Private Practitioner and Lecturer, The Netherlands and Former Lecturer in Medicine, Beijing University of TCM, Beijing, ChinaeBooksNoNoNoNoPlease SelectPlease SelectPlease Select
