| Description |
1 online resource (xi, 178 pages) : illustrations (some color) |
| Contents |
Introduction -- The history of leech therapy -- The biology of leeches -- The technique of leech therapy-- Indications for leech therapy -- Leech therapy in rheumatic disease -- Leech therapy in plastic surgery -- Contraindications -- Safety and adverse effects of leech therapy -- The scientific basis of leech therapy -- The biochemistry of leech saliva -- Bacterial flora of the medical leech (Hirudo medicinalis) -- Medicinal leeches in integrative medicine -- Legal aspects of leech therapy in the EU and USA -- Appendix |
| Summary |
Medicinal leech therapy has undergone a renaissance in recent years, both in terms of how well the effects of using leeches are understood, and in the discovery of new clinical applications that have resulted in remarkable outcomes. This timely book introduces the basic principles of using leeches in clinical practice, and clearly sets out the methodology and potential applications. Emphasis is given to those areas of medicine where scientific studies have already provided firm evidence of success -- treatment of arthrosis and pain is already benefiting from this highly effective therapy. Excellent instructions for the use of leeches cover the full spectrum of possible applications, while the encouraging new developments in research are also addressed. This valuable guide for physicians to this important therapy comes from the acknowledged experts in the field |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index |
| Notes |
Master and use copy. Digital master created according to Benchmark for Faithful Digital Reproductions of Monographs and Serials, Version 1. Digital Library Federation, December 2002. http://purl.oclc.org/DLF/benchrepro0212 MiAaHDL |
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Print version record |
| Subject |
Leeches -- Therapeutic use
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Leeching
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HEALTH & FITNESS -- Herbal Medications.
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Phlebotomy
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| Genre/Form |
History
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| Form |
Electronic book
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| Author |
Michalsen, Andreas
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Roth, Manfred, PhD.
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Dobos, Gustav
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Aurich, M. (Michael)
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| ISBN |
9783131618917 |
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3131618914 |
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1282785567 |
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9781282785564 |
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