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Herbal remedies, acupuncture, and dietary treatments are among the therapeutic approaches discussed in this handbook for veterinary clinicians. Strategies are categorized by organ system, first describing alternative medicines that are evidence-based. For those treatments that have centuries of use in various areas of the world, evidence is dispensed with.Copyright © 2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

Book Description
This practical guide synthesizes the types of treatment available for specific diseases. It is a handy reference that provides readers with an understanding of complementary and alternative treatment options for more than 130 common disease states and describes a variety of possible approaches to small animal disorders. Concentrating on nutrition, herbs, traditional Chinese medicines, and physical therapies, the authors present both tradition- and evidence-based therapies for disorders not always responsive to conventional therapies.

Book Info
Wynn Clinic for Therapeutic Alternatives, Marietta, GA. Quick-reference, practical guide to natural veterinary medicine. Features a body-systems approach containing discussions of natural therapies for common disorders presented with scientific support. Monographs include therapeutic rationales, alternative therapies, and paradigmatic options. Softcover.

About the Author
Susan G. Wynn, DVM, Department of Immunology, Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA

FROM THE PUBLISHER

This practical guide synthesizes the types of treatment available for specific diseases. It is a handy reference that provides readers with an understanding of complementary and alternative treatment options for more than 130 common disease states and describes a variety of possible approaches to small animal disorders. Concentrating on nutrition, herbs, traditional Chinese medicines, and physical therapies, the authors present both tradition- and evidence-based therapies for disorders not always responsive to conventional therapies.

Features

New and alternative therapies are presented with scientific support, helping veterinarians explore new therapies with confidence. This practical manual helps veterinarians develop treatment plans-a giant leap from the large texts that simply introduce the therapies. Clearly explains esoteric concepts of traditional Chinese medicine in updated language to Western practitioners who have no background in TCM. Practical, user-friendly pocket manual format allows for quick access in the clinical setting

SYNOPSIS

Herbal remedies, acupuncture, and dietary treatments are among the therapeutic approaches discussed in this handbook for veterinary clinicians. Strategies are categorized by organ system, first describing alternative medicines that are evidence-based. For those treatments that have centuries of use in various areas of the world, evidence is dispensed with. Annotation (c)2003 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

ACCREDITATION

Susan G. Wynn, DVM, CVA, Wynn Clinic for Therapeutic Alternatives, Marietta, Georgia