| Principles of Tibetan Medicine: What It Is, How It Works, and What It Can Do for You Revised Edition Revised Edition Contributor(s): Bradley, Tamdin Sither (Author) |
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ISBN: 1848191340 ISBN-13: 9781848191341 Publisher: Singing Dragon OUR PRICE: $17.05 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: January 2013 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Health & Fitness | Alternative Therapies - Medical | History |
| Dewey: 610.951 |
| LCCN: 2012040246 |
| Series: Principles Of... (Singing Dragon) |
| Physical Information: 0.58" H x 5.12" W x 7.75" (0.67 lbs) 224 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: As people increasingly seek alternatives to modern medicine, interest is growing in the ancient system of Tibetan medicine, which has been practised for over 2,500 years. Known as 'gSo-ba-Rig-pa', or 'the science of healing', it is based on Buddhist philosophical principles, astrology and the close relationship between body and mind. This concise introduction presents all the essential information on Tibetan medicine. It covers the basic theoretical principles, practice and history of this traditional system, as well as methods of diagnosis and treatments such as urine analysis, golden needle therapy and cupping. It includes a chapter on case histories and provides information on what to expect from a practising physician based on compassion. With a comprehensive resources section, this book provides everything there is to know about Tibetan medicine at an introductory level. This book will be of interest to anyone who wants to know more about Tibetan medicine, as well as anyone looking to find out more about Tibetan thought, Tibetan Buddhism, traditional medicine, comparative religion or Eastern spirituality. |
Contributor Bio(s): Bradley, Tamdin Sither: - Dr. Tamdin Sither Bradley graduated from the Tibetan Medical and Astrological Institute in Dharamsala, India, and has studied under the late senior personal physician of the Dalai Lama. She was the first Tibetan doctor resident in the UK, and still lives in London, where she operates clinics in Woodford and St John's Wood. She regularly visits Wiltshire, Belgium and Sweden for consultations. |