Alternative Therapies
|
|
Iridology
The diagnostic system based on the premise that every organ has a
corresponding location within the iris of the eye, which can serve as an
indicator of the individual organ's health or disease. Iridology is used
by
naturopaths and other practitioners, particularly when diagnosis achieved
through standard methods is unclear.
Kinesiology
The study of muscles and movements. Practitioners analyze muscle
function,
posture, gait, and other structural factors in addition to inquiring about
lifestyle factors that may be contributing to a health-related problem.
Nutritional supplements, muscle and joint manipulation, and lifestyle
modification may then be used as part of a treatment plan. Applied
kinesiology is used by health-care providers who are licensed to diagnose,
such as chiropractors, osteopaths, dentists, and medical doctors.
Lymph Drainage Therapy
Therapy to drain and improve the lymphatic vessels, a system of tubes
or
canals through which lymph is carried from different parts of the body.
MassageTherapeutic
A general term for a range of therapeutic approaches with roots in
both
Eastern and Western cultures. It involves the practice of manipulating a
person's muscles and other soft tissue with the intent of improving a
person's well-being or health, and may include, but not be limited to,
effleurage, deep tissue, percussion, vibration, and joint movement.
Midwifery/Childbirth Support
Midwives provide education and support during pregnancy, assist the
mother
during labor and delivery, and provide follow-up care. Practitioners of
childbirth support include childbirth educators, assistants, and doulas
(women labor coaches who also provide postpartum home care).
Native American Herbology
Native American healers and spiritual leaders seldom travel far from
their
homes and even more infrequently publicize their work - it is not the way.
However, there is a body of knowledge about the herbal treatments used by
various Native People. Much of the information has been tested and
incorporated into our present herbal therapies.
Natural Products
Products composed of organically grown plants and containing no
chemicals.
These products may be used cosmetically as well as for health and
nutrition.
