This exciting new textbook gives a clear, detailed, and accessible presentation of the main features of constitutional five element acupuncture treatment. It covers the context and history of this form of acupuncture, as well as the relevant Chinese medicine theory. After examining the elements themselves, and the functions of the Organs, the book explores the basis of diagnosis in five element acupuncture, possible blocks to treatment, and the treatment itself. It puts this style of treatment into the context of other styles of acupuncture treatment - especially Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as it is used in the West today. * A clear and authoritative exploration of five element constitutional acupuncture. * An description of the principle aspects of diagnosis within this system, ironing out inconsistencies often present in discussions of these aspects. * An inspirational encapsulation of a popular style and approach in acupuncture, of interest to all schools of thought in Oriental medicine. Это и многое другое вы найдете в книге Five Element Constitutional Acupuncture (John Hicks)