Reflexology
Reflexology, or zone therapy, is a form of alternative medicine that involves the act of
physically applying pressure to hands, feet, or ears with a specific thumb or finger
technique. This form of alternative medicine is based on a system of zones and reflex areas
that reflexologists claim to reflect an image of the body on the feet or hands, with the idea
that applying pressure to these areas will affect the entire body.
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Indications
Few known side effects
Possible cure to headaches, reduce stress, insomnia, and premenstrual symptoms in
women
Possible improvements to physical and emotional well-being
More than likely will not conflict with other medications
Contraindications
Not scientifically proven to improve one's mental or physical health
Can be used in conjunction with conventional medicine, however not recommended
as a primary health treatment
Considered a pseudoscience because of its lack of scientific evidence to prove its
effectiveness
Not recommended to those with potentially life threatening illnesses
Reiki
Reiki (pronounced rey-kee), an ancient Japanese practice, was introduced into the Western
culture in the late 1930’s. The name Reiki originated from two Japanese words; “rei,”
which means universal and “ki,” which means life energy. According to the practice, each
body contains a universal energy that aids in healing, which the Practitioners seek to
release during a session.
What typically occurs in a Reiki session?
“The client lies down or sits comfortably, fully clothed. The practitioner’s hands are placed
lightly on or just above the client’s body, palms down, using a series of 12 to 15 different
hand positions. Each position is held for about 2 to 5 minutes, or until the practitioner feels
that the flow of energy – experienced as sensations such as heat or tingling in the hands –
has slowed or stopped. The number of sessions depends on the health needs of the client.
Typically, the practitioner delivers at least four sessions of 30 to 90 minutes each. The
duration of Reiki sessions may be shorter in certain health care settings.”
Source from the National Institute of Health (NIH).
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Uses:
Relaxation
Stress reduction
Symptom relief
Well being
Used by people recovering from surgery or cancer treatments
Used by people with health conditions such as anxiety, HIV/AIDS, chronic pain, etc.
It can be said that Reiki can:
Life energy responds to thoughts and feelings inside our body. If a negative thought
enters our mind, it can become stuck in our subconscious mind and create a
disturbed energy flow.
“Negative thoughts and feelings attach themselves to the energy field and disrupt
the flow of Ki. When we have optimistic thoughts, we increase our flow of Ki and
this causes us to feel better. ” – South Jersey Reiki & Meditation Center
Chiropractic Medicine
Chiropractic medicine is a form of alternative medicine that emphasizes the diagnosis,
treatment, and prevention of mechanical disorders of the musculoskeletal system,
primarily the spine, under the assumption that these disorders affect overall health via the
nervous system. Chiropractic medicine believes that a misalignment of the spine interferes
with a body's innate intelligence (the body's ability to organize, maintain, and heal itself)
and that manual therapy like manipulation of the spine and other soft tissues can help
correct these problems.
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Indications
Cost effective and safer compared to other types of treatment for chronic pain such
as medications and surgery
Deemed as an effective treatment for spinal pain
Proven to reduce pain and advance physical therapy sessions
Decreases risk for reliance on potentially addictive medications used to treat
chronic pain
Contraindications
No clear-cut scientific evidence proving chiropractic medicine actually works
Those with certain medical indications (osteoporosis, bone/joint fractures, bone
cancer) are not recommended to participate in chiropractic sessions
Discomfort may occur after a session
Some chiropractors may recommend having treatments up to 5 times a week, which
may become troublesome and/or inconvenient for some people
Emotional Freedom Technique
EFT is a form of psychological acupressure, based on the same energy meridians used in
traditional acupuncture to treat physical and emotional ailments, but without the
invasiveness of needles. Instead, simple tapping with the fingertips is used to input kinetic
energy onto specific meridians on the head and chest while you think about your specific
problems.
The EFT allows clients to alleviate emotional stress, negative thoughts and physical aches
and pains. There are two basic areas to learn in order to use EFT, the tapping locations and
technique, and the positive affirmations. EFT is an alternative treatment that is currently
being studied internationally by psychotherapists and physicians alike.
No surgery
No needles
No medication
No months or years of therapy
Indications
Uses
Phobias
Panic attacks
Addictions (i.e. smoking, alcohol, food)
Habits (i.e. nail-biting, hair-pulling)
Grief
Pain, effects of chemotherapy
Lack of motivation
…and more!
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Herbology
The use of herbs as a medical remedy has been practiced in Eastern medicine for quite
some time however is somewhat new in to our traditional Western medicine practice.
Herbal remedies are becoming more popular for several reasons, some being the lower
expense, easier accessibility and the use of a more natural and pure substance than what is
offered by pharmaceutical companies. As with any form of medicine, you should do your
research before taking any herbal supplements for there could be allergic reactions or
reactions to other medications being taken.
Uses
There are endless natural house hold herbs that can be used daily or as needed for
cleansing and health enhancement, some examples being:
 Cinnamon can be used as a warming agent and to enhance digestion.
 Juniper taken orally can have anti-inflammatory, digestive and antiseptic properties
and can be applied externally to ease joint pain.
 Rosemary can be consumed in hot tea to aid digestion and can be good for
respiratory issues and colds. It can be externally used to fight infection and bacteria
as well as easing muscle soreness and bruises. Some research also shows that
having rosemary present during study or work time can improve brain function and
memory!