Alternative Medical Treatments

an alternative therapy in which pressure is put on specific parts of the body with hands and fingers

The therapist used acupressure to alleviate the client's muscle tension.

a method of treatment in which thin needles are inserted in specific spots on the body, originated in China

She tried acupuncture to relieve her chronic back pain.

a method of treatment designed to change movement habits in everyday activities, such as standing, sitting, and moving correctly

any type of treatment such as herbalism, faith healing, etc. that does not follow the usual methods of Western medicine

the ancient Indian medical system that uses traditional methods in contrast to scientific methods of Western medicine

a system of noninvasive therapy that involves pressing and moving a person's joints or spine

Mary sought chiropractic treatment to relieve her back pain and improve her posture.

a wide range of treatments for medical conditions that fall outside of mainstream healthcare

the treatment of psychological or physical illness through spiritual means

‌any method of treatment that is not commonly perceived as being a part of Western medicine

the medicinal and therapeutic use of plants and plant extracts to treat illnesses

the theory that the parts of any whole cannot exist and cannot be understood except in their relation to the whole

a medical system that treats the disease by administering substances that mimic the symptoms of those diseases in healthy persons

Homeopathy is becoming increasingly popular as more people look for natural alternatives to conventional drugs.

a therapeutic technique involving muscle manipulation for relaxation and healing

The doctor recommended a neck and shoulder massage for tension relief.

a person, particularly native American, who is believed to have supernatural powers of healing

‌treating diseases or conditions utilizing natural agents or physical means, rather than using artificial drugs

a system of treating diseases that avoids drugs and uses natural remedies, such as control of diet, exercise, etc.

a system of therapy that focuses on treating medical disorders with the manipulation and massage of the skeleton and musculature

a type of massage that involves applying different amounts of pressure to specific points on the feet or hands in order to relieve tension or to alleviate pain

a Japanese healing technique based on the notion that energy can be directed into someone's body by touch

a type of medical treatment, originated from Asia, that involves applying pressure to specific pressure points on the body using the fingers

a type of medical treatment that is primarily based on cultural practices and beliefs from previous generations

the study and use of natural waters and muds for therapeutic purposes, like bathing and drinking for health benefits

treatment for poisoning by neutralizing the toxic properties (normally a function of the liver)

a type of treatment in which natural oils that smell sweet are rubbed on the body or their smell is breathed in to improve physical or mental health

Aromatherapy involves using essential oils extracted from plants to promote physical and psychological well-being.

the use of plants and their extracts for health benefits

The herbal medicine helped alleviate my cold symptoms.

the therapeutic use of water in order to treat a disease or injury