
Principles of Chinese Medicine
What it is, how it works, and what it can do for you
آن چیست، چگونه کار میکند و چه کاری میتواند برای شما انجام دهد
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May 15, 2013
Those who are interested in alternative medicine can benefit from well-researched, unbiased books that separate effective treatments from unproven or invalidated techniques. This set of three books on kinesiology and Reiki and Chinese medicine will not help anyone trying to separate fact from conjecture. The philosophies behind Reiki and Chinese medicine are clearly presented, while kinesiology is sometimes described in scientific terms to support pseudo-scientific claims combined with elements of spiritualism. Although the titles are well intended, each suffers from major omissions. References are minimal and sometimes lacking entirely. Studies are mentioned but citations are not given. There is no inclusion of possible side effects, or information on when to consult a conventional doctor. Neither do the titles discuss studies showing that such treatments are ineffective, such as Reiki or the use of Riddler's Reflexes in kinesiology for diagnosis even though there is little scientific evidence to support the use of those techniques. The theory offered to support the practice of surrogate kinesiology, in which the subject is supposed to feel the effects of muscle work through someone else they are in physical contact with, is based on a poor interpretation of how an electrical circuit works. Numerous testimonials are provided without evidence-backed support for claims. Only the volume on Chinese medicine contains a disclaimer regarding self-treatment. The author mentions that acupuncturists use sterile, onetime-use needles but does not encourage individuals to make sure a practitioner is following this procedure. The other books include self-help information and briefly mention untrained practitioners (in Kinesiology) and the inclusion of orthodox treatment. There are no indexes or glossaries. Verdict Not recommended.--Susanne Caro, Univ. of Montana Lib., Missoula
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