Treating Psoriasis with Chinese Herbal Medicine (Revised Edition): A Practical Handbook

by Sabine Schmitz, Steve Clavey (Foreword by)

Overview

Using a modern and practical approach, this book looks at the root cause of psoriasis from a Chinese medicine perspective. It examines in depth the most common Chinese medicine syndromes and formulas that have proved to be effective, discusses the role of the environment and emotional health and covers both internal and external applications.

Containing numerous colour photographs of skin and tongue conditions, and many case studies, this practical guide shows the practitioner how to start treating their patients and provide relief. It also presents the latest research on Chinese herbs used to treat psoriasis and includes information on the creation of creams, ointments and tinctures.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781787753501
Publisher:	Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Publication date:	07/21/2020
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	208
File size:	11 MB
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About the Author

Sabine Schmitz (M. Med. TCM) is a graduate of the Zhèjiang Chinese Medical University in Hángzhou, China. She is based in Cologne, Germany and has a private TCM practice specializing in skin diseases, gynecological disorders and infertility treatment. Her website is: www.chinamed-koeln.com. Sabine is the founder and owner of CHINAMED COSMETICS, an exciting new range of modern natural herbal cosmetics based on the principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine, and made in Germany to high quality standards. www.chinamed-cosmetics.com

Sabine Schmitz (M. Med. TCM) is a graduate of the Zhèjiang Chinese Medical University in Hángzhou, China where she majored in Chinese medical dermatology. Her enormous knowledge treasures from China as well as her many years of experience benefit many patients with chronic and complex skin diseases, but also many other patients with other diseases.

Earlier in her career, Sabine worked in hospitals, laboratories, universities, national and international clinical research for 15 years. Sabine is based in Cologne, Germany and has a busy TCM practice specializing in skin diseases, gynecological disorders and infertility treatment. She mainly works with Chinese herbal medicine and acupuncture.

Table of Contents

Introduction. 1. Overview and Basics on Chinese Dermatology. 2. The Daily Routine in Chinese Medical Dermatology. 3. Chinese Herbal Treatment Options in Chinese Medical Dermatology. 4. The Skin. 5. Western Point of View of Psoriasis. 6. The Perspective on Psoriasis in Traditional Chinese Medicine. 7. The Relationship Between Psoriasis and the Functional Disorder of Organs and Channels in Traditional Chinese Medicine. 8. The Relationship Between Psoriasis and the Invasion of Exogenous Pathogenic Factors. 9. Syndrome Differentiation and Treatment According to Traditional Chinese Medicine. 10. Modern Pharmacological Research. 11. Useful Advice about the Course and Prognosis of Treatment. 12. Preventive Healthcare: Dietary and Lifestyle Advice. 13. Clinical Cases of Psoriasis. Afterword.

Editorial Reviews

Very excited about your new book! There is very little at all available for TCM practitioners on this topic so your book is most welcome!

CHINA BOOKS

This new book is a great addition to the field of TCM dermatology, with a wealth of detailed and practical information for the treatment of psoriasis with Chinese medicine. Clear descriptions and colour illustrations of the various patterns, along with in-depth herbal treatment strategies, both internal and topical, make this a great clinical aid, and one I will be keeping close at hand!

Mary-Jo Bevin

The stand-out aspect of this text for me is that the author does not simply present us with dry clinical information-whether describing biomedical facts or traditional Chinese medicine theory, she frequently comments on them from her own clinical perspective. ... The hard-won clinical knowledge of an experienced practitioner shines out from these pages, such that the author even structures the book by listing the primary patterns in order of their frequency in her clinical practice. ... A genuinely useful clinical contribution on the subject of dermatology. Let us hope the author publishes more in this field.

Daniel Maxwell

Books on Chinese medicine dermatology are few and far between, and the information in them can often leave one with more questions than answers. Sabine's debut book, solely on psoriasis, fills a gap in the field. ... What makes this book refreshing is Sabine's personal experiences and findings. She peppers the text with useful advice. ... This work is a comprehensive text regarding Western and Chinese medicine in the treatment of psoriasis and anyone interested in dermatology or who has patients with the condition will find it a practical addition to keep within one's reach.

Davina Mercuri

This fabulous book is the most comprehensive description of psoriasis treatment with Chinese medicine that I have ever seen. Detailed discussion of the pathology of the illness from both Chinese and Western points of view, traditional insights into the use of each herb backed up by modern bio-medical research, numerous case histories followed up by a larger case study concerning the very common psoriasis of the scalp, and all laid out in a clear and logical manner that is a pleasure to read. If you have patients with psoriasis, I strongly recommend that you buy this book.

Steve Clavey