Alternative Therapy
The
relationship
among all
living things
that is
emphasized
by number of
CAM
therapies
Holism
his type of
medicine
refers to
ideas and
practices
from places,
such as
Asian, India,
that
awareness
and use of
bio energy
also called
life force is
extremely
important
Eastern Medicine
Manipulation
of the spine
to ease
pressure on
the nerves is
known as
Chiropractic
Used alone
and in many
products for
skin
problems.
Some people
will drink this
for improving
their overall
health
Aloe Vera
People seek
this to
relieve
muscle,
skeletal pain,
decrease
stress, or
leave
depression
and anxiety,
increase
relaxation,
and promote
an overall
sense of
well-being
Massage
This term
describes the
use of
western
medicine and
CAM in an
integrated
way.
Integrated care
This modern
form of
exercise
involves the
use of
breathing,
physical
posture, and
meditation,
in addition to
small
ruminans tha
t may climb
on your back
Goat Yoga
The ancient
Chinese
practice of
inserting find
needles into
carefully
selected
points along
meridians, or
energy
pathways in
The Body
What is acupuncture
Used as an
antiviral
agent to
prevent or
limit colds,
flu and other
infections,
this herb can
slow,
metabolism,
o’clock,
caffeine,
leading to
nervousness
or jittery
feelings
Echinacea
A person
who has a
blood clot,
should avoid
receiving this
alternative
therapy on
the affected
limb
The use of therapy instead of conventional treatment
Alternative therapy
performed in
a studio here
to 105°F
with 40%
humidity
typically
done in a 90
minute
session and
involves 26
postures
Hot yoga
A blend of acupuncture and pressure
that is a part
of Chinese
traditional
medicine
intended to
affect the
flow of
energy along
meridians
What is accupressure
This herb is to lower bad
cholesterol
and protect
the heart. It
also helps
lower blood
sugar in type
two diabetes.
It may even
help to boost
immune
system, but
it may
interact
with blood
thinners,
blood
pressure and
other
diabetic
medication’s
Ginseng
Based on the principle like treats
like, in this
type of
approach, a
patient is
giving a
substance in
small
amounts that
would cause
illness given
in larger
amounts
Homeapthy
This
describes
traditional or
Western
medicine,
and refers to
treating a
disease by
creating an
environment
that is
antagonistic to it.
Allopathic
Can we
practice in
the United
States this
prepares and
conditions
the bodies
with Mike
and practice
meditation
without
obstacles. It
is slow
paced, and
gentle,
taking a
practitioner
through
basic poses.
Hatha yoga
This type of
massage use
his thumb
and fingers
to stimulate
pressure
points on the
beach
practitioners
believe that
various
internal
organs are
associated
with the
different
nerve.
Anytime I
saw the foot
is based on
the idea of
energy
pathways
being
present in
the body.
What is reflexology?
Commonly
used for mild
to moderate
depression.
Studies have
shown it to
be at least as
effective as
some
prescription
drugs.
Interacts
with certain
antianxiety
medication’s,
and should
not be taken
with muscle
relaxers
St. Johns wart
Pregnant
women, and
those who
are taking
medication’s
on a regular
basis should
check with
your provider
before
starting
these
Herbs and supplements
List three
reasons why
some people
choose CAM
therapy
Cost
Access
Self determination ( more involved into own their healthcare)
A vigorous,
strenuous
massage
with focused
pressure,
applied to
take muscle
areas and
triggerpoints
Deep tissue massage
If you have
osteoporosis
or have
undergone
orthopedic
surgeries,
please let
this
practitioner
know before
they start to
work on you
Chiropractic
Certain
compounds
of plants that
are used to
promote
human
health. Fruit,
vegetables,
grains,
legumes,
nuts, and
tees are rich
and knees.
They are
thought to
protect
against many
diseases,
including
cancer.
Phytonutrients
Using
moderating
devices to
help a
person,
become
aware of
changes in
heart rate,
blood
pressure,
and muscle
concentratio
n so they can
be controlled
using deep
breathing
and internal
relaxation
Biofeedback