Na Five Elements and Ten Stems - Nan Ching Theory, Diagnostics and Practice

Note: Some light highlighting here and there. In this essential text, the authors explore ideas from the Su Wen, Ling Shu, and Nan Jing, presenting concepts that developed during a pivotal era in Chinese medical history. The book examines the philosophical and theoretical foundations of the five-phase system, including its connections to the I Ching, Tao Te Ching, and other classical Chinese works. It explains the correspondences used by practitioners in diagnosis and treatment. The diagnostic section provides a practical guide to techniques such as pulse reading, body type analysis, visual diagnosis, and hara (abdominal) diagnosis. The treatment section covers exercises, breathing methods, treatment principles, and techniques drawn from classical sources. Modern treatment protocols are presented in clear, accessible tables, making this a valuable resource that extends beyond technique into the deeper art of healing. --- OBAYG