by John W. Thompson (Foreword), P.E. Baldry (Author)
This practical text examines the use of acupuncture for the relief of musculoskeletal pain. It describes traditional Chinese acupuncture and its use in the context of current knowledge of the neurophysiology of pain. The author discusses the scientific aspects of acupuncture and demonstrates its use within a Western style of medicine, looking specifically at the use of acupuncture in the relief of different types of pain. The book has been written at a level of understanding appropriate to either the student or the practitioner, and combines academic knowledge with practical advice.
Format: Hardcover
Pages: 295
Edition: 1st.ed.
Publisher: Churchill Livingstone
Published: 01 Dec 1988
ISBN 10: 0443039917
ISBN 13: 9780443039911