Contents
Contents
Foreword
Acknowledgements
1. Introduction
2. History of pediatrics: East and West
3. The beginning of life
Conception; Pregnancy; Beginning of life; Birth
4. Understanding the physiology and pathophysiology of childhood illnesses
General physiology of children; General pathophysiology of childhood illnesses; Modified physiology and pathophysiology in the modern child; Specific organ physiology and pathophysiology
5. Childhood development according to the Five Elements - an original theory
Introduction; Childhood development; Developmental consequences that persist into adulthood; Application of the Five-element developmental approach; Treatment of the modern child; Conclusion
6. Evaluation of children
History; Physical examination; Diagnosis: formulation of impression; General impression; Diagnosis of chronic disorders using the Five-Element Developmental Theory; Family interaction in chronic disorders
7. Pediatric acupuncture modalities and treatment protocols
The practitioner's Qi; Treatment modalities; Microsystems in pediatrics; Preventive pediatric acupuncture; Pediatric acupuncture treatment
8. Dietary management
Types of food; Food for specific organ management according to the Five Elements; Manner of eating; Disturbances associated with eating; Dietary recommendations for children
9. Childhood infections and immunisations: update and controversies
Western medicine and immunization; Chinese medicine and vaccination
10. Common pediatric conditions - East and West
Abdominal pains; Acne; Asthma; Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder; Colic; Conjunctivitis; Constipation; Diaper rash; Diarrhea; Drooling; Eczema; Enuresis; Fever; Headache; Hiccups; Immune system; Inflammatory bowel disease; Obesity; Otitis media; Pharyngitis; Seizure; Upper respiratory tract infection; Urinary cystitis
Appendix Acupuncture meridians
Bibliography of general and Chinese medicine texts and references
Index
