| Western Herbs for Martial Artists and Contact Athletes: Effective Treatments for Common Sports Injuries Contributor(s): Peterson, Susan Lynn (Author), Dean, Carolyn (Foreword by) |
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ISBN: 1594391971 ISBN-13: 9781594391972 Publisher: YMAA Publication Center OUR PRICE: $22.46 Product Type: Paperback Published: September 2010 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Health & Fitness | Healing - Health & Fitness | Herbal Medications - Sports & Recreation | Martial Arts & Self-defense |
| Dewey: 615.321 |
| LCCN: 2010933226 |
| Physical Information: 1" H x 7.2" W x 9.2" (1.55 lbs) 374 pages |
| Themes: - Topical - Health & Fitness |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Herbs for bruises, sprains, strains, dislocations, breathing, adrenaline, and more Healing with herbs has long been a tradition in the martial arts. As ever more martial artists train in the West, interest in Western herbs grows. This book investigates sixty-four herbs that are readily available in North America and Europe. For each herb it discusses the evidence for its effectiveness, the evidence for its safety, and how specifically to use it to enhance martial arts and contact sports training. Even the beginner will be able to choose an herb to meet a specific training need, purchase a good quality portion of that herb, prepare it, and use it safely. |