Cosmetic acupuncture : a traditional Chinese medicine approach to cosmetic and dermatological problems

A practical handbook for the diagnosis and treatment of cosmetic and skin problems according to Traditional Chinese Medicine. This book presents the TCM theory that provides the rationale behind the choice of treatment and offers step-by-step instruction on how to treat cosmetic and skin problems through the use of acupuncture. The needling techniques for face lifting, cellulites and more are described clearly and the text is supported by illustrations showing the techniques. "Cosmetic Acupuncture introduces an approach to the diagnosis and treatment of cosmetic and dermatological problems which is based on techniques grounded in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). In her Preface to the book the author states that "Cosmetic acupuncture is not about beauty but about health". She explains that the condition of the skin is an indicator of the internal health of the body. If our physical and emotional health are in good order and are well balanced this will be evident from the condition of our skin. Conversely if our skin has problems it may be a sign of internal or emotional disorder." "The first part of the book describes the blood, energy and body fluid states of all the internal organs and explains their relevance to the diagnosis and treatment of cosmetic and dermatological problems. A separate chapter then describes in detail the acupuncture points and needling techniques which are used in the treatment of these problems. In the last part of the book the author discusses common skin and cosmetic problems and describes the specific treatments that maybe used for each and the rationale behind each choice of treatment."--BOOK JACKET Content: Copyright , Page vi About the Author , Page vii Dedication , Page vii Preface , Pages ix-x The 12 organs (Zang Fu) and their abbreviations , Page xi CHAPTER 1 - The Blood, yin, yang and Qi in all organs , Pages 1-16 CHAPTER 2 - Skin types , Pages 17-25 CHAPTER 3 - The five elements and their association with the skin , Pages 27-63 CHAPTER 4 - Lung ascends and descends water , Pages 65-69 CHAPTER 5 - Acupuncture points, needle techniques and extraordinary therapies used in the treatment of dermatological and cosmetic problems , Pages 71-95 CHAPTER 6 - Common dermatological diseases – their analysis and therapy , Pages 97-135 CHAPTER 7 - Cosmetic acupuncture , Pages 137-174 CHAPTER 8 - Notes for patients , Pages 175-179 CHAPTER 9 - A personal note , Pages 181-184 Glossary , Pages 185-187 Index , Pages 189-193