Traditional Chinese Medicine Cupping Therapy - E-Book
Traditional Chinese Medicine Cupping Therapy - E-Book

Author: Ilkay Z. Chirali

Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences

Published: 2014-06-27

Total Pages: 370

ISBN-13: 0702058343

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This new edition explores and describes techniques of cupping in the context of TCM theory. It provides a clear and detailed set of practical guidelines to applying this technique for various common conditions, and looks closely at issues of safety, expectation and theoretical principles of action. This new edition includes new scientific research on cupping therapy and the effect on the immune system as well as new material on muscular pain, stress management and cupping therapy and sports medicine. A dedicated website complements the text with video clips showing the eleven methods of cupping therapy. - Explains cupping therapy clearly, allowing the practitioner immediate access to a set of skills for everyday application - Well illustrated to support the guidelines discussed in the text - Includes website containing video clips showing 11 methods of cupping therapy plus picture gallery of more than 150 colour photographs - Gives practical guidelines on the use of cupping in helping to treat more than 30 common conditions - Looks closely at issues of safety, expectation and theoretical principles of action - Text clarified and updated throughout, with an expanded artwork program and improved layout and design - New chapters by specialist contributors cover Cupping's Folk Heritage, Buddhist Medicine, and Thai Lanna Medicine - New chapter on Cosmetic Cupping Techniques - New section addressing Frequently Asked Questions - An expanded discussion about the benefits of cupping therapy, including the treatment of new pathological conditions including myofascial pain - Includes new evidence-based research on the effects of cupping therapy, including a systematic review

Cupping Therapy for Muscles and Joints
Cupping Therapy for Muscles and Joints

Author: Kenneth Choi

Publisher: Simon and Schuster

Published: 2021-03-23

Total Pages: 128

ISBN-13: 1646042298

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"An important part of Traditional Chinese Medicine for thousands of years, cupping has recently gained widespread acclaim for its many benefits. It may look like some kind of torture and temporarily leave strange circles on your skin, but it's so effective that everyone from professional athletes to famous celebrities is using it to improve their health and well-being. In this book, you will discover what cupping is, how it works, and which cupping techniques would be best for you. You will learn the science behind the suction and the many conditions and ailments it can alleviate."--Back cover.

A Practical Guide to Cupping Therapy
A Practical Guide to Cupping Therapy

Author: Wu Zhongchao

Publisher: Tuttle Publishing

Published: 2020-01-14

Total Pages: 377

ISBN-13: 1602200416

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This comprehensive guide to Chinese cupping therapy details this traditional and effective treatment with extensive clinical examples, commentary, and detailed diagrams. Cupping therapy delivers healing effects by improving blood circulation, promoting smoother flow of qi through meridian points and dispelling cold and dampness in the body. It involves local suction on the skin through vacuum created by heating and subsequent cooling of the air in the cup. Because of its easy application and immediate effects, cupping therapy has been practiced in China since time immemorial and remains to this day as a form of traditional medicine for treating illnesses and enhancing health. With solid grounding in both theory and clinical practice, the author introduces the fundamental principles of cupping therapy and areas that require special attention, which are followed by techniques of cupping for targeted ailments. The book covers nine areas: internal medicine, surgery, ENT and ophthalmology, dermatology, andrology, gynecology, and pediatrics (with 73 common illnesses), as well as sub-health condition and health and complexion enhancement, with cupping options for various target skin areas. A Comprehensive Guide to Cupping Therapy contains: A therapy for healing, enhancing health and improving quality of life through the natural way of traditional Chinese medicine Techniques of cupping that can be quickly mastered to help yourself heal, with easy to follow illustrations Tips from a medical professional on having a better diet and life style to prevent illness and gain a healthy complexion.

Gua sha
Gua sha

Author: Arya Nielsen

Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences

Published: 2014-09-05

Total Pages: 181

ISBN-13: 0702052965

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'Sometimes called coining, spooning or scraping, Gua sha is defined as instrument-assisted unidirectional press-stroking of a lubricated area of the body surface that intentionally creates 'transitory therapeutic petechiae' representing extravasation of blood in the subcutis.' Gua sha has been used for centuries in Asia, in Asian immigrant communities and by acupuncturists and practitioners of traditional East Asian medicine worldwide. With the expansion of traditional East Asian medicine, Gua sha has been used over broad geographic areas and by millions of people. It is valuable in the treatment of pain and for functional problems with impaired movement, the prevention and treatment of acute infectious illness, upper respiratory and digestive problems, and many acute or chronic disorders. Research has demonstrated Gua sha radically increases surface microperfusion that stimulates immune and anti-inflammatory responses that persist for days after treatment. The second edition expands on the history of Gua sha and similar techniques used in early Western Medicine, detailing traditional theory, purpose and application and illuminated by science that focuses its relevance to modern clinical practice as well as scholarly inquiry. This book brings the technique alive for practitioners, with clear discussion of how to do it – including correct technique, appropriate application, individualization of treatment – and when to use it, with over 50 case examples, and superb color photographs and line drawings that demonstrate the technique. NEW TO THIS EDITION • New chapter on immediate and significant Tongue changes as a direct result of Gua sha • Research and biomechanisms • Literature review from Chinese language as well as English language medical journal database • New case studies • Over 30 color photographs New chapter on immediate and significant Tongue changes as a direct result of Gua sha Research and biomechanisms Literature review from Chinese language as well as English language medical journal database New case studies Fully updated and revised throughout Over 30 colour photographs

Ba Guan
Ba Guan

Author: Grit Nusser

Publisher: BoD – Books on Demand

Published: 2018-08-31

Total Pages: 94

ISBN-13: 3752873019

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For more than 3000 Years Ba Guan or the Cupping is an important part of the national medicine in many cultures. The blood circulation is improved, muscle pain and tensions are relieved, the pores of the skin are opened and the formation of sweat leads to inner detoxification. The balance between Yin and Yang is established. This book does not claim to replace the doctor or the non-medical practitioner, but it is a simple and useful guide as you can use Ba Guan in many complaints. This method is - if following the rules - simple, safe, inexpensive, very successful and helps to prevent, relieve or support a prescribed therapy.

Cupping Therapy for Bodyworkers
Cupping Therapy for Bodyworkers

Author: Ilkay Zihni Chirali

Publisher: Singing Dragon

Published: 2018-08-21

Total Pages: 114

ISBN-13: 0857013165

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Cupping therapy is a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) technique that has been used for thousands of years as a highly effective treatment for a variety of conditions, including skin conditions and musculoskeletal complaints. Many bodyworkers are very interested in learning about how to use Cupping Therapy within their own specialties, and this book is for them. Drawing on 40 years of expertise, Ilkay Chirali provides a wealth of information on cupping for those without TCM knowledge, covering safety information, equipment and the different variations of cupping and their best uses. Beautifully illustrated with over 120 full-colour photos, it empowers physiotherapists, massage therapists, sports medicine professionals and beauty therapists to add cupping therapy to their toolbox of techniques.

Cupping Therapy
Cupping Therapy

Author: Michael L Zhang

Publisher:

Published: 2020-02-23

Total Pages: 170

ISBN-13: 9783967720099

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Are you interested in learning more about how to get started with cupping therapy? Would you like simple, step-by-step instructions that can help you get started safely with this unique healing practice? If so, then keep reading... Modern medicine has allowed for some amazing advances in medical treatments. It has helped save and extend countless lives and continues pushing human ability forward. It has also, however, placed a high interest in medications (perhaps due to financial interests). Unfortunately, doctors are prescribing pills for any and all injuries, illnesses, or ailments. These pills, in turn, have their own side effects, which require more pills... It becomes an endless cycle that provides only temporary comfort. More and more people are considering alternative, and natural methods to heal. One of the more successful treatments that continue to gain popularity is cupping therapy. It may have come to your attention after seeing some of your favorite athletes and celebrities with round hickey like marks on their body. They likely underwent the therapy for recovery, relaxation, or beauty. So what are the real benefits and how does it all work? This guide book can help answer all of your questions. You will effectively be "handheld" safely through the practice, and find great tips and techniques that allow you to potentially soothe various issues. Here's just a little of what you will discover inside... How cupping has been used for centuries, and how the practice evolved. The benefits of cupping and how it can help treat many of the ailments you may be facing. The science behind how the therapy heals, treats, and relaxes... Are you better off visiting a clinic or using an at-home kit? (This will surprise you) What all to consider before getting started with cupping. Animal horns as cups? Not anymore, but learn about all the different cups and tools used today. Weak flash cupping, or medium moving cupping? Understand all the techniques practitioners use, and how you can as well. Diagrams of over 40 different effective placements on the body to help treat everything from shoulder pain and feet issues to a variety of beauty treatments. What to consider after completing a session. (Don't eat the following meals...) How to effectively clear cupping marks faster. ... and much, much more. This book provides an unbiased view of cupping therapy. If you are new to the practice or even if you have plenty of experience, there is guaranteed to be something in here for you. Ready to find out more? Then let's get started by scrolling up and tapping "Buy Now".

Handbook Of Traditional Chinese Medicine (In 3 Volumes)
Handbook Of Traditional Chinese Medicine (In 3 Volumes)

Author: Stevenson Xutian

Publisher: World Scientific

Published: 2014-09-19

Total Pages: 1491

ISBN-13: 9814571342

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For over two thousand years, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) has made many significant contributions to China's growth and prosperity. This textbook, based on the unique characteristics of TCM, discusses its principle theories and presents a comprehensive daily practice guide for health maintenance and disease treatment. The book provides clinical practitioners with a fundamental understanding of the essence of TCM.We highly recommend this book for students interested in TCM, Chinese medicine doctors and other healthcare professionals, biomedical researchers, and interested individuals. Readers will benefit from the inspirational viewpoints discussed in the book.

Face Reading in Chinese Medicine
Face Reading in Chinese Medicine

Author: Lillian Bridges

Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences

Published: 2012-07-10

Total Pages: 323

ISBN-13: 0702051926

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An exciting new, full-colour edition of Face Reading in Chinese Medicine featuring over 200 colour photographs and practical instructions on how to conduct a face reading! Face reading has been part of Traditional Chinese Medicine for many centuries, and Professor Lillian Bridges is a popular academic and international lecturer on the subject who gained her fascinating knowledge through her family line of Master Face Readers in China. Based on an understanding of the shapes, markings and features of a face, practitioners can learn about the health and life of a patient relating to the principles of Chinese medicine. In addition to understanding how the body's internal functions - physical, psychological and emotional - can be seen on a face, practitioners can also learn how to evaluate Shen to understand non-verbal expressions.Technical and detailed information is presented in an upbeat, insightful and highly readable manner. This was the first book to focus on the deeper aspects of face reading and diagnosis, this edition includes ancient Taoist knowledge regarding the Original Face and Facial Jing and Qi markers which have previously only been taught through the oral tradition. - Clear discussions demonstrate how this technique can be used as a supplement to other diagnostic tools in Traditional Chinese Medicine. - Engaging, insightful, highly readable text is written by a well-known and experienced lecturer in the field. - Extensive illustrations give you a clear understanding of theories and techniques. - A focus on the deeper aspects of face reading and diagnosis helps readers become more conscious of their actions, reactions, and the health consequences of behavior.

The Guide to Modern Cupping Therapy
The Guide to Modern Cupping Therapy

Author: Shannon Gilmartin

Publisher: Robert Rose

Published: 2017-09

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780778805830

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An ancient alternative technique that has found its right place in the modern world of healing. In recent years countless high profile athletes and celebrities have been sporting distinctive circular "cupping" welts on their bodies -- the back and shoulder area being most common. Dating back thousands of years, cupping is a form of alternative medicine. The cups create suction and help with pain, inflammation, blood flow, deep relaxation and can even provide relief for sciatica and sinus congestion. Massage Cupping body therapy is a modern and modified version of cupping therapy that creates suction and negative pressure through the use of both stationary and moving cups. These cups are available at pharmacies and do not use heat like old-fashioned glass cupping -- making them entirely safe and easy for home use. Shannon Gilmartin is a licensed and nationally certified massage therapist and certified vacutherapies educator who teaches this wonderfully diverse therapy and has witnessed the positive outcomes for patients. This book shares all her extraordinary professional and hands-on experience, so that everyone can experience the positive benefits of cupping. Nearly 200 step-by-step photos and full color pages make it easy to follow this expert instruction. The book includes: The history of cupping, the types of cups and the many therapeutic benefits of cupping from skeletal and muscular to the digestive and nervous systems What to expect after a cupping session including comprehensive safety and techniques information Applications for common conditions that range from stress and back tension to frozen shoulder, carpal tunnel syndrome, TMJD (temporomandibular joint dysfunction) and even acid reflux A section for speciality applications like athletic performance, prenatal therapy and working with inflammation (acute vs. chronic). A comprehensive and easy-to-read cupping therapy book, with plenty of practical suggestions. This must be one of the best cupping therapy books I have seen recently published. -- Ilkay Zihni Chirali, Author of Traditional Chinese Medicine Cupping Therapy