Chapter 1
What is Korean Traditional Medicine? = 10
Origins and History/Differences from Western Medicine/
Korean, Chinese, and Japanese Traditions in Medicine
Chapter 2
Basic Principles and Philosophies = 26
Yin, Yang, and the Five Elements/The ‘Whole Body’Concept/
Meridians, Energy, and Blood/
Internal Organs: The Five Viscera and Six Bowels
Chapter 3
Diagnosis: The Four Methods = 40
Visual Examination/Listening/Smelling/Inquiry/Palpation
Chapter 4
Methods of Treatment = 48
Acupuncture/Moxibustion/Herbal Medicine/Other Treatments
Chapter 5
Remedies for Common Conditions = 68
cold/Menopausal Syndrome/Headaches/Melancholy and Rage/
Chronic Fatigue/Conditions Related to Pregnancy, Childbirth, and Postpartum
Treatment/Hair Loss
Chapter 6
Korean Medicine Today and Tomorrow = 80
New Trends/Modern Diagnostic Equipment/
Globalizing Korean Traditional Medicine