Alternative Medicine Flashcards
a therapy or healing procedure that is used instead of Western, scientific medical treatments
alternative medicine
a traditional form of preventive medicine and healing, involving mind, body, and spirit, practiced in India for thousands of years. Ayurveda is spreading to Western countries.
Ayurvedic medicine
an alternative therapy that is used along with conventional medicine. Usually there is some scientific evidence for the effectiveness and safety of the complementary medicine
complimentary medicine
combination of the practice of scientific, Western medicine with alternative medicines that are safe and effective for patients
integrative medicine
an alternative medicine that uses manipulation of the spine and joints for healing
chiropractic
an alternative medicine that administers very dilute solutions of substances that mimic the patient’s symptoms
homeopathy
misalignment of a vertebra from its correct position
subluxation
an ancient Chinese alternative medicine that uses thin needles inserted into specific points on the body to produce healing energy
acupuncture
materials derived from plants and other organisms that are made into teas, powders, and salves to treat diseases and injuries
herbal medicine
the channels along the body where energy flows and where acupuncture parts are located
meridians
an alternative medicine that used manipulation and medicines for healing; osteopaths receive training comparable to that of physicians and can prescribe drugs
osteopathy
an alternative medicine that uses nutrition, herbs, massage, and other techniques to promote healing
naturopathy
use of fragrant extracts of plants to promote healing
aromatherapy
promotes relaxation and healing by massage of the skin and muscles
therapeutic massage
use of magnetic fields to treat pain, ailments, and diseases
bio magnetic tehrapy
