Complete Japanese Traditional (Kampo) Medicine

Synopsis

This book is a complete guide and provides facts about Japanese Traditional (Kampo) medicine, which is the study of traditional Chinese medicine in Japan, adapted and modified to suit its culture and traditions. The volume explains the long history and uniqueness of Kampo medicine, clarifying the differences from other traditional Asian medicines, such as Chinese medicine and Korean medicine. It is structured into seven themed parts, each devoted to Kampo medicines and acupuncture/moxibustion. Starting with the introduction and basic theory, it covers diagnosis, treatment, pharmacognosy and pharmacopeia, symptoms, and techniques of acupuncture and moxibustion. The chapters are written by the pioneering modern Kampo physicians and basic researchers, offering refreshing alternative treatment strategies. Edited in collaboration with the Japanese Society for Oriental Medicine and translated into English from the original Japanese, this book stands as society's official publication. The translated text will attract clinicians, researchers, and medical students to broaden their understanding of Kampo medicine and traditional Asian medicine. This book is of great importance since WHO declared in 2008, in the Beijing statement to facilitate the effective use of alternative medicine combined with modern medicine.

Copyright:

2025

Book Details

Book Quality:

Publisher Quality

ISBN-13:

9789819671434

Related ISBNs:

9789819671427

Publisher:

Springer Nature Singapore

Date of Addition:

09/27/25

Copyrighted By:

The Japanese Society for Oriental Medicine

Adult content:

No

Language:

English

Has Image Descriptions:

No

Categories:

Nonfiction, Medicine

Submitted By:

Bookshare Staff

Usage Restrictions:

This is a copyrighted book.

Edited by:

Kampo Medical Literature Editorial Committee, The Japan Society for Oriental Medicine