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Chapter 5:Complimentary Health
Practices
Elizabeth LewisFall 2011
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What Are Complementary Health Practices?
Often referred to as alternative medicine
Includes both practitioner-administered and self-care treatments
Linked with various remedies
Continuing to grow rapidly
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Complimentary Healing Approaches
Herbal Medicine
Botanical and herbal medicines
Currently researching the safety of commonly used herbs
Acupuncture
Traditional Chinese medicine
Used to attract, disperse, or unblock the flow of qi
Use of small needles in various parts of the body
Spinal Adjustment
Osteopathic and chiropractic practices
Bodywork
Physical and bodily manipulation and movement
Massage
Many different types of massage treatment
Relaxes the body and releases muscle tension
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Meditative Practices
Meditation
“The intentional paying of attention from moment to moment”
Calming, stress release, and spiritual practice
Yoga
Combination of physical poses and breathing exercises
Used for exercise, help with breathing, or spiritual expression
T’ai Chi
Chinese martial arts
Balances the flow of energy
Relaxation
Progressive relaxation training (PRT)
Visualization
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Continued Practices...
Dance and Movement Therapies
Pleasure and relaxation
May have cultural and spiritual aspects
Physical and emotional healing
Spiritual Healing
Has many different meanings
Varies with cultural and beliefs
Energy Healing
Therapeutic touch
Homeopathy
Natural based ingredients; plants, animals, minerals
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Which One Is Right For You?
Research through books, online, classes, and talking with others
Consult with a health care provider and request a referral
Determine personal factors including location, support groups, and type of pain
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Inspirational Quote
“Health is not merely the absence of disease but a state of well-being in which the body, mind, and spirit are balanced”
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Discussion Question?
Do you think people are reluctant to try new forms of medical treatments?
Are there any treatments you would be willing to try or not try?