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TCVM Books and Educational Aids

To provide the best quality TCVM education, Dr. Xie and other faculty work continuously on designing and developing TCVM books and educational aids to help western veterinarians learn TCVM more efficiently. The Chi Institute has already published three TCVM textbooks and six veterinary meridian/acupoints charts. More books and educational aids are in development and will be available soon. To order TCVM books and educational aids, please call (800)891-1986.

TCVM Books

Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine: Fundamental Principles

(640 pages, $149.00, 20% off for Chi students)

Fundamental Principles, is the first of four volumes which comprise the textbook Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine. This is an updated and expanded version of the text Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine published in 1994 by Dr. Huisheng Xie. The basic principles of TCVM include Yin-Yang, Five Element and Eight Principle core theories and are explored in depth, creating the foundation for understanding Acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine. It has been used as the required textbook for veterinary acupuncture training at many schools in the USA. Please click here to download the first two chapters of this book.

Xie’s Veterinary Acupuncture

(359 pages, $164.99, 20% off for Chi students)

Xie’s Veterinary Acupuncture serves as a comprehensive and accessible reference on the basic principles, techniques and clinical application of veterinary acupuncture. Written by a world renowned authority on veterinary acupuncture, Dr. Huisheng Xie, and a panel of experts, the book incorporates a traditional Chinese approach to veterinary acupuncture, including ancient and newly developed acupuncture techniques for both small and large animals. With the growing interest in veterinary acupuncture worldwide, this ground-breaking and authoritative text is a timely resource for practitioners and students alike.

TCVM for Neurological Diseases

(496 pages, $95.00)

This 496 pages hard cover book is edited by Drs. Xie, Chrisman and Trevisanello, along with 13 senior TCVM practitioners who are contributors to this book. It is the first book of the kind that focuses on the application of the TCVM for the diagnosis and treatment of neurological diseases including cerebral, cranial nerve, spinal cord, neuromuscular disorders and peripheral nerve disorders in small animals and horses. The integrated neurological evaluation, research on neurological disorders, Wei and Tan-huan syndromes are also included.

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TCVM for Exotic Animals

(268 pages, $75.00)

This 268 pages hard cover book is edited by Drs. Xie and Trevisanelloa, among 8 senior TCVM exotic animal practitioners who are contributors of this book. It is the first book of how to use the TCVM for the diagnosis and treatment of Exotic Animals including Small Mammal Pets, Avian, Reptiles and Amphibians, Zoo Animals, and Marine Mammals, Ornamental Fishes, Pinnipeds. The book is also presented with 27 color pictures to demonstrate the locations of acupuncture points and techniques.

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Xie's Chinese Veterinary Herbology

(612 pages, $136.99)

Xie's Chinese Veterinary Herbology, Edited by Huisheng Xie and Vanessa Preast, serves as a practical guide to the theory and application of Chinese Herbal Medicine into veterinary practices. Divided into three parts, the book covers herbal materia medica used in treating various disorders and diseases, herbal formulas, and the clinical application of treatments. The book also outlines each herb's history, the formulation of herbal recipes, energetic actions, indications and contraindications of each formula, dosages, and clinical and pharmacological studies performed with herbal treatments. This text serves as an invaluable reference to veterinarians looking to expand treatment options. Contains 37 Chapters, Hardcover, Published by Wiley-Blackwell 2010, 612 pages.

Chinese Veterinary Herbal Handbook 3rd Edition

(385 pages, $35.00)

Dr. Xie wrote this handbook based on his personal experience with teaching Western veterinarians. As a teacher, he feels that it is his responsibility to find an easy way for Western veterinarians to learn Chinese herbal medicine and be able to integrate it into their practice. This handbook introduces 216 of the most commonly used herbal formulas and provides a quick selection guide of herbal formulas according to Clinical Conditions and Zang-Fu Syndromes.

The availability and popularity of Chinese herbal medicine in the West has grown dramatically over the past 5 years. To meet these rising demands, Dr. Xie have added 42 newly developed Chinese herbal formulas in this second edition. These 42 herbal recipes have thier basis in ancient classical formulation and have been developed through our clinicial experience. Detailed information on their actions, indications, ingredients, dosage, and usage are included in this text. We continue the effort to make this handbook simple and easy to use. Twenty new tables and five charts have been added to help readers quickly find formulas for specific conditions, Patterns or diseases. Please click here to download the list of content of this book.

Chinese Veterinary Herb Cards - 370 Herbs in a Box Flash Cards!‏

(394 cards, $99.00)

This exciting new product contains 360 individual herb flash cards printed on durable card stock glossy paper in full color. Each set of herb cards is tabbed and sub-indexed by group and includes a master index of herbs, and a complete bibliography. All information required to study the individual herb for veterinary use is included on a 4.2" X 5.3" card. The front of each herb card shows a full color botanical picture and a full color photo of each herb and part used, the Chinese (mandarin) character, Chinese Pin-yin name, Latin name, original reference and the classical formula that uses this herb. The back of each card shows the herb properties (tastes, temperature, etc.) and Channel-entered symbols, actions, dosage for different animals, cautions and contraindications, and side effects. To see the master index, category list and first 12 flash cards, please visit http://www.tcvm.com/herbcards.

Application of Tui-Na in Veterinary Medicine 2nd Edition

(210 pages, $65.00)

This book delivers the principles of Tui-na and how to practice veterinary Tui-na. Tui-na, also called An-mo, is Chinese manual therapy used for preventing and treating disease. Tui-na practitioners use various manipulations applied to acupuncture points and meridians or apply special limb-stretching movements to prevent and treat diseases. Tui-na can regulate meridians, soothe joints and sinews, promote circulation of Qi and Blood, balance Zang- Fu organs and strengthen the body's resistance. These techniques of manual therapy have been successfully used for treatment of musculoskeletal conditions, Bi syndrome and osteoarthritis, disc problems, peripheral nerve paralysis, Wei syndrome and internal diseases. Both geriatric and pediatric patients are perfect candidates for Tui-na therapy.

210 Pages (133 pages in 1st Edition)
103 Color Pictures of Dr. Xie practicing Tui-na on Dogs, Cats and Horses
Various Tui-na protocols and Technics for Dogs, Cats, Horses and Human
Case Reports

TCVM Empirical Techniques to Scientific Validation

(341 pages, $65.00)

This 341 hard-cover book is a great resource for learning about the many aspects of this growing field of veterinary medicine. It is a collection of the latest scientific research papers and articles on clinical TCVM application, which have been translated and consolidated for Western practitioners to easily be able to access and understand. This book is intended to illustrate the effectiveness of TCVM, as well as provide practical, evidence-based information to enhance veterinary practitioners’ clinical application of acupuncture, herbal medicine, food therapy and Tui-na. To assist readers, the book is presented in five parts:
 Basic Scientific Research (18 papers)
 TCVM for Small Animals (16 papers)
 TCVM for Exotic Animals (2 papers)
 TCVM for Large Animals (11 papers)
 TCVM Pediatric and Geriatric Medicine (11 papers).
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Dr. Xie’s Masterpiece - TCVM Atlas (S.A. Set: $315; EQ Set: $415; Mixed Set: $460)

This beautiful three-ring binder includes the entire collection of TCVM educational laminated charts published by the Chi Institute since 2003. Each color chart in the binder was inserted in a transparent plastic sleeve for quick retrieval during a busy daily practice. Specific chart set, such as Small Animal, Equine and Mixed Practice, is available for purchase by veterinarians specialized in different fields. Over 35% of the students in the Chi Institute Basic Veterinary Acupuncture Class 2008 have purchased this binder for their study and clinical practice. The list of contents may be found below.

Please call 800-891-1986 or visit www.tcvmherbal.com to order TCVM Educational Aids.

List of Contents of TCVM Atlas
(all charts may be purchased separately)

1. TCM Foundations:

1-1 How to Say Common TCVM Words— TCVM Pin Yin Chart (2 pages, $10)

1-2 Five Elements Special Points / Zang-fu Chart (2 pages, $10)

1-3 Five Treasures Chart (2 pages, $10)

1-4 Etiology and Pathology Chart (2 pages, $10)

1-5 How to Make a TCVM Diagnosis Chart (2 pages, $10)

2. Canine Meridians & Points Chart (10 pages) (for S.A./Mixed Set only)

3. Equine Meridians & Points (for Equine/Mixed Set only)

3-1 Equine Single Channel Chart (7 pages, $45)

3-2 Equine Acupoints on Multiple Channels Chart (6 pages, $40)

3-3 Equine Classical Acupoints Chart with Point Description (6 pages, $40)

3-4 Diagnostic Points for Equine Conditions Chart (2 pages, $30)

4 TCVM Clinical Approach

4-1 Dr. Xie’s TCVM Clinical Chart-Kidney (6 pages, $40)

4-2 Dr. Xie’s TCVM Clinical Chart-Heart (2 pages, $15)

4-3 Dr. Xie’s TCVM Clinical Chart-Spleen (4 pages, $30)

4-4 Dr. Xie’s TCVM Clinical Chart-Liver (4 pages, $30)

4-5 Dr. Xie’s TCVM Clinical Chart-Lung (4 pages, $30)

4-6 Dr. Xie’s TCVM Clinical Chart-Cancer/Dermatology (4 pages, $30)

5. Food and Herbology

5-1 Food Therapy Chart (2 pages, $10)

5-2 Top Herbal Formulas for Small Animals Chart (2 pages, $10) (for S.A./Mixed Set only)

5-3 Top Herbal Formulas for Horses Chart (2 pages, $10) (for Equine/Mixed Set only)

5-4 Quick Herbal Reference by Excess and Deficiency Patterns Chart (2 pages, $10)

5-5 Top Chinese Herbal Materia Medica Chart (4 pages, $20)

Software and DVD

Chi Institute Canine Acupuncture CD-ROM (2-users: $129, 4-user: $195)
Chi Institute Equine Acupuncture CD-ROM (2-users: $129, 4-user: $195)
Chi Institute TCVM Herbology Intro DVD (5 lectures: $100)
Chi Institute TCVM Fundamental DVD (6 lectures: $100)

Please call 800-891-1986 or visit www.tcvmherbal.com to order TCVM Educational Aids.