Acupuncture Books

Dr. Eckman's book is an invaluable examination of the roots and development of acupuncture, both conceptually and historically, within Asia and in its movement to the West. Fascinating, insightful, and clearly written, "In the Footsteps of the Yellow Emperor" is a must-read for students and practitioners of Traditional Asian Medicine.

Beautiful clear photos, simple instructions, easy-to-understand information - a great way to get started!

An Excellent book! Concise, easy-to-follow illustrations and practical exercises. It was a revelation to discover that I no longer need an expensive therapist to get rid of most of my negative emotions. I have
gone through several kinds of professional "talk therapy" for years and the most I have accomplished is a way to "manage" my stress. However, after applying the Emotional Freedom Technique discussed in the book for a few minutes, I was able to completely dissolve a chronic fear I had since childhood. This was a permanent cure since the fear has not returned since then. I have also applied EFT to completely eliminate job-related stress. I am becoming a more calm and relaxed individual and I am applying EFT daily to deal with any distressful event. For the first time I feel I can indeed eliminate my psychological patterns. I am applying EFT daily and I am becoming a happier, peaceful, individual. This book should be required reading for anyone interested in happiness.

I recently purchased this book along with 2 video tapes (which I HIGHLY recommend doing...)
You are guided so thoroughly through this book - you can't help but learn some great techniques.
The illustrations are large and easy to follow.
A Getting Started Guide along with an Ancient Wisdom and Benefits is included.
[Please know that there is a "Note to the Reader" included that states that the book is written specifically for massage therapist and other health professionals. Prior professional massage training is required and this is not intended for the layperson.]

These techniques are easily adaptable to existing hot stone treatments and can help offer your clients not only a new exciting treatment - but also receive a gentle, stress-relieving massage.

I highly recommend it!

Collaboratively written by Kevin Bourassa and Joe Varnell, Just Married: Gay Marriage And The Expansion Of Human Rights is an informed and informative analysis of a ground breaking event in culture and society -- the expansion of the concept of matrimony to include same sex couples. When the Metropolitan Community Church of Toronto issued marriage licenses to and married two same-sex couples in January of 2001, it offered a revolutionary precedent in human rights and the power of the state to dictate who may and may not marry. Challenges to the same-sex marriage are expected to proceed to the Supreme Court of Canada, and the result could well change human history. An amazing study of political struggles, featuring an inset section of color photographs and a witty eye for detail, Just Married is a solid and eminently readable addition to Gay and Lesbian Studies supplemental reading lists and reference collections.

For a brief introduction, surprisingly detailed information.

An excellent introduction and NOT for just laymen.

The benefits of these easy to follow sets of exercises are second to none. They are simple and effective. You only need a chair and a towel. As I felt immediate relief I made the exercises a part of my daily routine within two days and never looked back.
What turned out to be a surprising side effect of reducing the pain in my lower back is that I have had a reduction in my blood pressure.
The book is professionally written, easy to understand with detailed pictures and has been a life saver for me. I have found more relief from these exercises than from any other treatment in the past.
I strongly recommend it for everyone who deals with back pain.

This translation includes valuable information in physical, psycho-emotional and spiritual issues that arise with illness. Often the more esoteric information is "lost in translation"

I enojoyed this book because of its simpleness and brief information. It was easy to look up a section of the body or ailment needed and be able to use it in practice. This is like the dummy guide for those who dont want to read through alot of technical stuff to get down to a quick referance or guide. This book included pictures also which made it easy to refer to.

Massage Made Easy begins with background information on the history and benefits of massage, basic massage strokes, and information about acupressure and reflexology. The rest of the book consists of massage routines for specific goals, including relaxation, and relief of backache, tension headache, and joint pains. The reader is given a step-by-step routine of which stokes to perform, and acupressure and reflexology techniques. The routines are illustrated with hundreds of color photographs that show exactly how to do it. Important safety guidelines and information about massage oils are also provided. Overall, I found this book very interesting and easy to understand.