Fibromyalgia
By Carol WallaceLesson 6: Alternative treatments: Non-traditional medicine.
Additional Resources
- Humor therapy online http://www.holisticonline.com/Humor_Ther...
- There are far too many alternative therapies to cover in a single lesson. Investigate many of the others at Holistic Online.
- The Herbal Medicine Center not only is a great resource for finding out about the many herbal remedies but about alternative medicine in general.
- If you want to learn more about aromatherapy the Atlantic Institute of Aromatherapy is a good place to start, including some self study courses.
- If your interest is in Naturopathic Medicine the Naturopathic Medicine Network will not only give you more background information but also help you to locate a doctor.
- The International Chiropractors Association provides information and resources around the world, including a posture guide.
- The Massage Information Center is a resource to help you investigate the different types of massage and decide which might most benefit you.
- Holistic-Online offers a lot of information on yoga and fibromyalgia.
- Integrative Therapy Center deals with the treatment of fibromyalgia with Chinese medicine, including Tai Chi, acupuncture, herbal medicine and more.
- More analysis of how Tai Chi can help fibromyalgia.
- Alexander Technique International will provide you with a varity of resources for learning more about this tecnhique.
- Feldenkrais Resources given background information but also online exercises and other resources.
- The Foundation for Traditional Chinese Medicine will help you to find a qualified acupuncturist in the US or UK (Canada and Australia coming soon.)
- For more information or to find a certified acupuncturist, ask your doctor, or contact:
The National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine
11 Canal Center Plaza, Suite 300
Alexandria, VA 22314
Phone: 703-548-9004
American Academy of Medical Acupuncture 5820 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 500 Los Angeles, CA 90036 Phone: 213-937-5514
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.
• Additional Resources
Lesson 7: Applying for disability
Lesson 8: Finding Resources on Fibro