We generally know how herbs work either from Chinese or scientific theory or a combination of both. But why do they work? What in the history of plants, animals, and evolution created the benefits of these healthy little bundles?
This course will look at basic medical ethics and how they apply to Acupuncture and Oriental Medical practices. It will cover the five basic principles/areas every practitioner should know.
This episode covers the Chinese formula Cang Er Zi San (Xanthium Powder). Besides covering the basics of Chinese herbology including category, and functions, we will explore the history, quality, science, pharmacology, evidence, and any potential interactions of each herb.
This course looks at how to do a proper chart and examines some of the common mistakes made when charting. In addition, this course will discuss medicolegal aspects of SOAP notes as well as the SOAPE note.
This episode covers the Chinese herb Zao Xin Tu (Furnace Soil). Besides covering the basics of Chinese herbology including category, and functions, we will explore the history, quality, science, pharmacology, evidence, and any potential interactions of each herb.
We may not be able to predict all drug-herb interactions, but we can determine potentials for interactions. This seminar examines an easy way to approach these potential drug-herb interactions using 7 straight-forward steps.
There is an ethical and legal responsibility for healthcare practitioners to report certain things. This course looks at the roles and responsibilities of acupuncturists and how to proceed with a report.
This episode covers the herb Shilajit. Besides covering the basics of Chinese herbology including category, and functions, we will explore the history, quality, science, pharmacology, evidence, and any potential interactions of each herb.
This course will look at various arthitides, especially osteo- and rheumatoid, from both a biomedical and Chinese medical point of view. We will discuss real world approaches to diagnosing and treating these painful conditions as well as educating our patients about them.
We are going to be recording two episodes of the Sperb's Herbs podcast. The first covers another herb of the world, Vasaka (Adhatoda vasica), another herb from the Ayurvedic traditions. The second episode covers the Chinese herb Zhi Mu (Anemarrhena Rhizome) from the herbs that drain fire category.
