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National Board of Chiropractic Part IV: Volume I
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This is Volume 1 of 2 for the Part IV Exam. Volume 2 covers Case Management and Technique Practical for the Part IV Exam. This is the most specific and thorough study guide for the National Board of Chiropractic Part IV Exam. This test preparation study guide consists of the following section: Normal Radiographic Anatomy, Congenital Anomalies & Skeletal Variants, Scoliosis, Intervertebral Disc Disease & Spinal Stenosis, Spondylosis and Spondylolisthesis, Skeletal Dysplasia, Traumatic Skeletal Disorders, Arthritic Disorders, Tumors and Tumor-like Processes, Bone Infection, Hematologic and Vascular Disorders, Metabolic, Endocrine and Nutritional Disorders. This book is a must for every chiropractic student or doctor of chiropractic taking the Part IV Exam.
National Board of Chiropractic Part IV: Volume II
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This is Volume 2 of 2 for the Part IV Exam. Volume 1 covers Diagnostic Imaging for the Part IV Exam. This is the most specific and thorough study guide for the National Board of Chiropractic Part IV Exam. This test preparation study guide consists of the following sections: Case Management & Technique Practical. This is a must for every chiropractic student or doctor of chiropractic taking the Part IV Exam.s
Ayurveda Panchakarma: Five Purification Procedures
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Ayurvedic Pharmacology & Therapeutic Uses of Medicinal Plants: Dravyaguna Vignyan
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"The indepth knowledge of Dravyagunavignan (Ayurvedic Pharmacology) of Vaidya V.M.Gogte made the original marathi Edition extremely useful for around two decades,as a reference text book to students of Ayurveda. Recognising the emerging global importance of traditional medicine and with a view to propogate the unique comprehensible and sound concepts and teachings of the author,the translation was undertaken. The book contains the fundamentals of ayur pharmacology and properties and uses of medicinal plants. The first part of the Volume,in 284 pages deals lucidly with the basic principles and concepts of Ayurveda and Dravyagunavignan. The remaining parts comprise of details and sketches of 368,medicinal plants and with their names,habitat,botanical description,chemical constituents, Ayurvedic properties,pharmacology formulations,dosages,medications etc., The present volume by Vaidya V.M. Gogte is a timely reminder to all pharmacologists and physicians that the men of renaissance lead us to intelligent correlation between ancient intuitive insights and modern discoveries of science.All the scientists,physicians, Vaidyas and students interested "Green Medicine" will find a great friend philospher and guide in the form of this book for data-mining for new remedies and new uses.many golden nuggets await " -Publisher.
Basic Principles of Ayurveda
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Ayurveda, the science of life aims at attaining ideal physical, mental and spiritual health. One can acquire physical health by following svasthavritta, i.e. daily and seasonal regimen. One can develop strong mind by following sadvritta, i.e. rules of good conduct. One can attain spiritual health by understanding the true nature of self and his relation to the Universe as well as by developing a philosophical attitude.
Clinical Methods in Ayurveda
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Location: GC General Collection
A concise & well presented book on the clinical principles of Ayurveda. The book discusses the pathogenesis of disease, methods of examination & a detailed examination of the 14 srotas (channels) in the body.
A Comprehensive Guide to Swasthavritta
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"The purpose of-this book is to impart a sound knowledge about swasthavritta for the undergraduate students and to come out with a text on Swasthavritta in English according to the prescribed syllabus by C.C.I.M. The terminologies of both Ayurvedic and modern medicine according to the syllabus are the limelight in the text. Apart from this, model questions & answers consisting long essays, short essays, short notes, practical material and multiple choice questions, along with few important topics like International classification of communicable disease, health institutions & organizations, WHO themes, important calendar events and latest demographic trends in India are also included. This guide has compilation and orderly arrangement of information .collected from Samhitas and Modern prescribed text of P&SM. This acts as a comprehensive guide for both UGs & PGs. The lucid style helps in convenient reading. I hope this comprehensive guide would be useful for the students appearing in the university examinations, competitive examinations & serves as a guide-cum-reference book for the post graduate students of Swasthavritta." Publisher.
Doctrines of Pathology in Āyurveda
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(1) Means of diagnosis of diseases are five. They are made use of either individually or collectively. (2) The physician should acquire a thorough knowledge of these for correct diagnosis.
Elements of Rasāyana Therapy in Āyurveda
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The book “Elements of Rasayana Therapy in Ayurveda" written by the well-known author Professor Ajay Kumar Sharma is a complete and comprehensive treatise on the subject. This is the first book in English which deals with the subject in all completeness and clarity covering all aspects of "Rasayana Therapy" as described in various treatises of Ayurveda. The entire text is richly supported with original references from Ayurvedic classics. Latest information regarding various aspects of Rasayana Therapy (Geriatrics) have been incorporated with the objective of providing basic knowledge to readers especially to Ayurvedic students, physicians and teachers for creating awareness among masses about the important possible role which Rasayana Therapy (Geriatrics) may play for preventing various disorders & improving the total health of masses. -Publisher.
History & Philosophy of Ayurveda
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The book deals with history and philosophy of ancient healing science of Ayurved. Both are very important subjects for beginners and for those who are interested in understanding the progress of Ayurved. The authors have taken note of the work done by western scholars like J. Filliozat, Max Muller of Germany and the recent Indian Indologist as well as historians. This book will also be appreciated by students and practitioners.
History of Ayurveda
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Location: GC General Collection
An extensive study on the different stages of development of Indian healthcare system from its early beginning to the present day.
Ayurvedic medicine is a system of traditional medicine native to the Indian subcontinent and practiced in other parts of the world as a form of alternative medicine.In Sanskrit, the word ayurveda consists of the words yus, meaning;longevity, and veda, meaning related to knowledge or science.Evolving throughout its history, ayurveda remains an influential system of medicine in South Asia.The earliest literature on Indian medical practice appeared during the Vedic period in India.The Susruta Samhita and the Charaka Samhita were influential works on traditional medicine during this era. Over the following centuries, Ayurvedic practitioners developed a number of medicinal preparations and surgical procedures for the treatment of various ailments and diseases. In Western medicine, Ayurveda is classified as a system of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) that is used to complement, rather than replace, the treatment regimen and relationship that exists between a patient and their existing physician.
The Holistic Principles of Ayurvedic Medicine
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This book is presented with chapters on Principles and approaches in general, concept of disease and aetiopathogenesis, Ayurvedic diagnostics, promotive and preventive measures of Ayurveda, the puificatory therapies, Ayurvedic materia medica, methods of rejuvenation and virilisation, Ayurvedic treatment of intractable chronic diseases and recent scientific advances. The book is supplemented with an up-to-date bibliography on the topics covered along with an extended glossary of technical terms of Ayurveda with descriptive definitions. All topics have been written with emphasis on the uniqueness and distinction of Ayurveda from conventional orthodox western modern medicine with an attempt to evaluate the relevance and validity of the same in modern times.
Kaya-Cikitsa: Rejuvenation Therapy II
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Pathogenesis in Ayurveda = Samprapti
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Samprapti means pathogenesis, which deals with the evolution of disease. This book deals in detail about various causative factors of diseases, How these causative factors bring about changes in structural and functional units of the body i.e. vata, pitta and kapha molecules, how these molecular changes bring about the structural derangement in various tissues and organs, how these structural changes derange the functions of organs and how the deranged function of one organ leads to derangement of function of other organs i.e. complications of diseases.
The Principles and Practice of Kāya Chikitsā: Ayurveda's Internal Medicine
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Kayachikitsa or internal medicine is a subject which has attached attention of all those who are eager to learn Ayurveda. Physicians of other medicines, students and common people all want to know more about this subject as it deals with description of various diseases and its treatment.
A Textbook of Swasthavritta
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