Health & Fitness : Alternative Therapies

In traditional Chinese medicine, the ear is considered an extraordinarily powerful nexus of energy through which the entire body can be treated. Chinese Auricular Acupuncture provides students and practitioners with a modern, comprehensive, user-friendly manual on ear acupuncture. The book contains high-quality photos that illustrate common ear pathology and provides instruction on diagnosis. The text also features classical Chinese clinical energetics of ear acupoints interfaced with the most common diagnostic paradigms, as well as detailed discussion of how to construct ear acupuncture prescriptions tailored to the patient rather than the disease process. more...

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A scientifically based text that informs and leads the practitioner easily through the maze of alternative therapies. This text integrates homeopathy, acupuncture, Chinese herbology, Western herbology and clinical nutrition, then combines them with traditional medicine. more...

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Written by a physician and a chaplain, this book presents a simple, universal model of spirituality that is independent of religion, and shows how the clinician can apply the model to help in the management of chronic illness. more...

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Epilepsy is a difficult illness to control; up to 35% of patients do not respond fully to traditional medical treatments. For this reason, many sufferers choose to rely on or incorporate complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) into their treatment regimens. Written for physicians, knowledgeable laypersons, and other professionals, Complementary and Alternative Therapies for Epilepsy bridges the worlds of traditional medicine and CAM to foster a broader perspective of healthcare for patients. The book respects cultural differences that may incorporate alternative medicine into a medical management program, and encourages patients to safely continue receiving necessary medical treatments. Wherever possible, scientific evidence supports the choice of treatment modalities, as well as the effectiveness of a combined traditional and CAM approach. Readers will find incisive discussions in sections on:.: Learning to Reduce Seizures.; Asian, Herbal and Homeopathic Therapies; Nutritional Therapies; Alternative Medical Therapies; Oxygen Therapies; Manipulation and Osteopathic Therapies; Music, Art, and Pet Therapies. From stress and epilepsy, to acupuncture, massage, craniosacral therapies, homeopathy, ketogenic diets, aromatherapy, hypnosis, and more, the book is all-inclusive and enlightening. Additional commentary by the editors provides a critical vantage point from which to interpret the data and viewpoints of the contributors, all experts in the therapies presented. This balanced, scientific approach will appeal to even those most skeptical of alternative therapies, making the book essential for every professional who seeks to provide the broadest range of effective patient care. more...

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A comprehensive guide to what’s what and what works in complementary medicine, this expert guide cuts through the jargon and gives you the facts about the alternatives. Whether you are interested in maintaining your general well-being or relieving the symptoms of a specific complaint, this book outlines all of the therapies available to you – from acupuncture through healing foods to yoga and massage - and tells you what each treatment is most effective for, how to go about finding a practitioner and what to expect from a consultation. Topics covered in Complementary Medicine For Dummies include:.:.; Old Dogs – New Tricks: From Ancient Roots to Modern Practice.; Turning to the Pros for Your Health Diagnosis.; Reading the Body (Self-Diagnosis).; Uncovering Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM).; Revealing Ayurveda’s ‘Science of Life’.; Balancing Health With Tibetan Medicine.; Purifying the Body with Japanese Medicine.; Dipping Your Toes Into Nature Cure.; Getting to the Point of Acupuncture.; Homing in on Homeopathy.; Unearthing Herbal Medicine.; Nibbling on Nutritional Medicine.; Diving into Naturopathy.; Opening Up with Osteopathy.; Getting to the Crunch with Chiropractic.; Moving with Bodywork Therapies.; Enjoying Massage Therapies.; Relaxing with Breathing, Relaxation, and Meditation.; Scenting Out Aromatherapy and Flower and Tree Remedies.; Connecting with Healing Therapies.; Getting Your Head Around Psychological Therapies.; Feeling the Buss of Energy Medicine.; Having a Go with Creative Therapies.; Ten Complementary Medicine Tips for Healthy Living.; Ten Superfoods for Great Health.; Ten Great Herbal Remedies.; Appendix A: A-Z of Therapies. ~. more...

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