The Mechanism of Acupuncture - Therapy and Clinical Case

The Mechanism of Acupuncture Therapy and Clinical Case Studies This book de scribes the physiological effects of acupuncture, which can be used ta enhance traditional Chinese practice. Following a history of the development of traditional Chinese medicine, the first section covers the scientific basis and mechanism of acupuncture, particularly in relation to the cardiovascular system. The second section is devoted to clinical case studies, illustrating that scientific knowledge can be integrated with traditional concepts in Chinese medicine ta provide effective treatments. This is an informative and provocative text that describes the current status of knowledge and challenges scientists to better define acupuncture therapy. It is a useful reference guide for advanced students and practitioners of traditional Chinese medicine and acupuncture, as weil as scientists conducting physiological and pharmacological research on acupuncture. Lily Cheung is the Founding Principal of the Chung San School of Acupuncture, London, UK, and the Founding Chairperson of the Association of Chinese and Complementary Therapies, UK. Peng Li is Chairman of the Department of Physiology, Shanghai Medical University, Shanghai, China. Cheng Wong is a lecturer at the Chung San School of Acupuncture, London, UK, and a full-time practitioner of acupuncture.