Fibromyalgia
By Carol WallaceLesson 6: Alternative treatments: Non-traditional medicine.
Further Reading
- Pellegrino, Chapter 16, pp. 117-127, "Complementary Medicine"
- Pellegrino, Chapter 17, pp. 129-140, "Physical Medicine Program"
- Hammerly, Chapter 7, pp. 199-223, "Getting the Most from Complementary/Alternative Medicines"
Optional
Having read through the different therapetuic alternatives, you may want to read through Hammerly's book about those that most appeal to you.
- "Energy Therapies", pp. 223-252
- "Biochemical Approaches", pp. 253-268
- "Structural Therapies", pp. 269-283
- "Movement Therapies", pp. 284-292
- "Mind-Body Therapies", pp. 293-306
Lessons
Lesson 1: Exactly What is Fibromyalgia?
Lesson 2: Medical Resources.
Lesson 3: Coping: the psychological aspects
Lesson 4: Coping strategies - the physical aspects
Lesson 5: Treatments: Traditional Medicine
Lesson 6: Alternative treatments: Non-traditional medicine.
• Further Reading
Lesson 7: Applying for disability
Lesson 8: Finding Resources on Fibro