Shou Kan Ron: Clinical Applications of the Shang Han Lun – Ikeda Masakazu

This book explains applications for the theories of the Shang Han Lun (Shou Kan Ron) in clinical practice, including acupuncture, moxibustion, and herbal therapy. Each chapter of the Shang Han Lun is explained concisely to allow practitioners to apply its theories in clinical practice. Herbal ingredients of the formulas are included with brief summaries of the orginal text. This book will allow you to gain a better understanding of the pathology and treatment protocols of acute febrile diseases.

The original Japanese version of this book was written in 1982. Masakazu Ikeda has developed his knowledge and skill through his daily practice. In this book, the translating team has added a large amount of information collected from other textbooks written by Masakazu Ikeda, and information has also been collected from his seminars.

We strongly recommend practitioners read the other textbooks written by Masakazu Ikeda including:

• The Practice of Japanese Acupuncture & Moxibustion: Classic Principles in Action
• Contemporary Clinical Foundations of the Classics
• Nan Gyo: The Classic of Difficulties
• Mai Jing: Clinical Applications of the Pulse Classic (Vol 1 & 2)