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606 External Herbal Applications

External herbal applications are used within the Chinese medical paradigm to treat everything from musculo-skeletal disorders and burns to skin disorders and complex internal diseases. This course teaches students how to prepare traditional Chinese liniments, poultices, powders, steams, compresses, salves, and fomentations. Students will learn about specific medicinals from the Chinese materia medica, methods of preparation and usage, as well as common combinations of medicinals. The course is conducted in a hands on manner so students can gain first hand knowledge of the effect of these products. Common commercial as well as self-prepared medicines will be used and discussed.