Neutroceuticals + Homeopathic treatments Flashcards
(7 cards)
1
Q
Name the most common Neutroceutial used in the VP
A
Curcumin
2
Q
What is Curcumin?
A
A constituent of Turmeric
3
Q
How does Curcumin help treat pain?
A
- It has potent Anti-inflammatory + Anti-oxidant properties
- Inhibiting inflammatory signals + neutralising free radicals that can damage cells
4
Q
Name the most common Homeopathic treatment for pain in the VP
A
Acupuncture
5
Q
True or False.
Acupuncture is used primarily to treat acute pain.
A
False.
It’s better used for Chronic pain.
6
Q
True or False.
Acupuncture can have varying responses between individual patients.
A
True
7
Q
When is Acupuncture commonly undertaken?
A
- Alongside/complimenting other pharmaeutical measures
- For patients with Chronic pain