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Touch is Really Strange

By Steve Haines; Illustrated by Sophie Standing
Jessica Kingsley Publishers

A science-based graphic medicine comic exploring touch as a fundamental human experience, and why it is essential for health

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Essential Oils, 3rd Edition

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

A comprehensive handbook for understanding and using essential oils.

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Discussion of Cold Damage (Shang Han Lun)

Commentaries and Clinical Applications

Jessica Kingsley Publishers, Singing Dragon

Scholar and medical doctor, Guohui Liu, presents a new and detailed translation of the Chinese classic Shang Han Lun. He provides a line by line translation of the text with extensive commentary and descriptions of the clinical applications. The book includes the 112 formulas and the 88 medicinal substances.

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The Luo Collaterals

A Handbook for Clinical Practice and Treating Emotions and the Shen and The Six Healing Sounds

Jessica Kingsley Publishers, Singing Dragon

First referenced in the Ling Shu, the luo collaterals are an important channel system in Chinese medicine, especially in the treatment of emotions. This book provides a comprehensive exploration of the theories and applications of the luo collaterals as well as the Shen and the five shen. It also includes instruction on Healing Sounds Qigong.

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Foundations of Theory for Ancient Chinese Medicine

Shang Han Lun and Contemporary Medical Texts

By Guohui Liu; Foreword by Charles Buck
Jessica Kingsley Publishers, Singing Dragon

Guohui Liu explains the key concepts of ancient Chinese medicine so that they can be better understood and put into practice by modern practitioners. With the Shang Han Lun as a basis for discussion, it includes information on Chinese culture and philosophy as well as specific issues such as the six conformations and zang-fu organ theory.

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Tui na

A Manual of Chinese Massage Therapy

Jessica Kingsley Publishers, Singing Dragon

The definitive handbook for students and practitioners, this book explains the roots of Tui na and provides detailed instruction on the massage techniques, their clinical applications and the principles of practice. It also includes guidance on diagnosis, and on planning and tailoring treatments.

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The Acupuncture Points Functions Colouring Book

Jessica Kingsley Publishers, Singing Dragon

Students of Chinese Medicine need to have a good understanding of the points along the twelve main channels and the extraordinary vessels of the body, but it can be difficult to memorise all of the essential information. This colouring book is an excellent learning tool, showing maps of each meridian in a format that can be drawn on and remembered.

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Principles and Practice of Homeopathy

The Therapeutic and Healing Process

Jessica Kingsley Publishers, Singing Dragon

With highly-respected international contributors, this comprehensive textbook provides a complete understanding of the principles and practice of homeopathy. Diagrams and case studies help students and practitioners to apply concepts to real-life situations.

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Principles of Chinese Medicine

Revised Edition

Jessica Kingsley Publishers, Singing Dragon

Acupuncture, Chinese herbs, qigong, tui na massage and diet therapy have been used by the Chinese for over 2000 years, and they are still the treatments of choice for millions of people throughout the East.

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Principles of Reiki

Revised Edition

Jessica Kingsley Publishers, Singing Dragon

This concise introduction covers the history and spiritual principles of Reiki, an ancient Japanese healing system based on channelling spiritual energy through the hands.

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Principles of Reflexology

Revised

Jessica Kingsley Publishers, Singing Dragon

Reflexology is a form of complete healing that can detect and correct energy imbalance and restore balance to the body by relating each zone of the body to different points on the hands and feet.

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Principles of Kinesiology

Revised

Jessica Kingsley Publishers, Singing Dragon

Kinesiology is a system of natural health care which combines muscle testing with the principles of Chinese medicine to assess energy and body function.

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Principles of Bach Flower Remedies

Jessica Kingsley Publishers, Singing Dragon

Bach Flower Remedies are natural medicines derived from flowers and have the power to ease a wide range of physical and emotional complaints. This concise introduction is designed to help you start using the remedies for yourself.

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Principles of Tibetan Medicine

Revised Edition

Jessica Kingsley Publishers, Singing Dragon

This concise introduction presents all the essential information on 'gSo-ba-Rig-pa', or Tibetan medicine, from basic theoretical principles and history to methods of diagnosis and treatments.

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Principles of Chinese Herbal Medicine

Revised Edition

Jessica Kingsley Publishers, Singing Dragon

Chinese herbal medicine has become an increasingly popular method of treatment for a range of different health conditions - from eczema to fertility problems. This book presents an authoritative introduction to the fundamentals of Chinese herbal medicine.

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Principles of the Enneagram

2nd Edition

By Karen A. Webb; Foreword by Helen Palmer
Jessica Kingsley Publishers, Singing Dragon

Still the definitive introduction to the Enneagram, this revised and updated edition covers all the key information on this curiously accurate system of knowledge about human personality.

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The Handbook of Bach Flower Remedies for Animals

By Enric Homedes; Foreword by Dr. Ricardo Orozco; Translated by Daniel Kai
Jessica Kingsley Publishers, Singing Dragon

This practical handbook explains how Bach Flower Remedies can be highly effective for treating both behavioral and physical complaints in animals.

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Chinese Shamanic Cosmic Orbit Qigong

Esoteric Talismans, Mantras, and Mudras in Healing and Inner Cultivation

Jessica Kingsley Publishers, Singing Dragon

Master Wu describes the practice of Chinese Shamanic Cosmic Orbit Qigong in detail, and explains the therapeutic benefits and talismanic aspects.

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Essential Tai Ji

By Chungliang Al Huang; Photographs by Si Chi Ko
Jessica Kingsley Publishers, Singing Dragon

This classic book distills the basics of the art of Tai Ji, lovingly presented in eloquent writing, and accompanied by splendid full colour photography and beautiful calligraphy.

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