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OverviewPediatrics holds a significant place in the history of Chinese medicine, dating back to the early first millennium. Over the centuries, there has been continuous advancement in diagnosing and treating childhood illnesses. Chinese physicians of previous generations have identified unique characteristics common to all children. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), encompassing modalities like herbal medicine, acupuncture, Chinese massage, and dietary therapy, has been addressing children's health issues for over 2,000 years. Today, TCM stands as the world's oldest and second-largest medical system, serving a quarter of the global population. Unlike Western medicine, TCM views each individual holistically, focusing on the person rather than solely on a disease or symptom. It is a noninvasive healing approach that restores harmony and balance to the entire person, leveraging the body's innate ability to heal itself. In TCM, children are not seen as miniature adults but rather as physiologically and functionally immature. Many common pediatric ailments are attributed to this immaturity. According to Chinese medicine, children's inherent physical weakness makes them prone to conditions affecting the lungs (such as colds, coughs, allergies, and asthma) and the spleen (including colic, vomiting, diarrhea, indigestion, and stomach aches). Research indicates that TCM offers significant clinical benefits, especially for patients who have not responded well to other treatments. Unlike modern medicine, TCM treatments have fewer side effects and aim to eliminate the underlying pathology of the disease rather than simply managing symptoms. While Western medicine often focuses on reactive symptom management, TCM takes a proactive approach by considering the body's overall function. This proactive stance not only enhances effectiveness but also minimizes the risk of long-term medication side effects associated with Western treatments. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Deborah EdwardPublisher: Independently Published Imprint: Independently Published Dimensions: Width: 14.00cm , Height: 0.50cm , Length: 21.60cm Weight: 0.109kg ISBN: 9798883897190Pages: 86 Publication Date: 05 March 2024 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print  This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of ContentsReviewsAuthor InformationTab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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