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Acupuncture and Acupressure
Acupuncture and acupressure are being used increasingly for many conditions. Whilst evidence exists for their effectiveness, for some ailments more research is needed.
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Acupuncture for Depression
Medical science is now in general agreeement that acupuncture works for a variety of diseases and conditions. But does it work for depression?
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rosa schnyer
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acupuncture depression study
Auriculotherapy Part 2: The Theories
Part 2 of a series of articles on the subject of auriculotherapy. This article discusses the theories behind how auriculotherapy works and why it is a valid clinical tool.
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ear acupuncture
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complementary medicine
Manage Migraines with Acupuncture
Acupuncture may offer relief for those suffering from Migraines and Tension Headaches who want a more natural approach to treatment.
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stress headaches
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natural migraine relief
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tongue analysis
Acupuncture For Low Back Pain
The trend of scientific studies of acupuncture for lower back pain is negative. It appears that this is one condition that acupuncture cannot really help.
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Acupuncture Frequently Asked Questions
Answers some of the common questions about acupuncture including: What is acupuncture good for? What's involved in having an acupuncture treament? How many treatments will I need? Does it hurt? How do I find a practitioner?
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Acupuncture or Massage for Chronic Neck Pain?
A recent study comparing acupuncture and massage therapy for chronic neck pain reveals both therapies to be poor choices.
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cervical spine
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chiropractic
Alternative Therapy - Acupuncture
Acupuncture has many, many benefits. From the time I have spent "in the cancer world", I have found that this is the alternate therapy that most people seek.
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breast cancer
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cancer
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A Rare Risk with Acupuncture
Using a skilled and experienced practitioner of acupuncture will protect you against rare adverse effects of this treatment, such as pneumothorax (a collapsed lung).
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Acupuncture and Reiki
A brief look at acupuncture, a healing modality which originated in China some five thousand years ago and has been adopted by western practitioners.
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Acupuncture and Trigger Points.
Acupuncture and acupressure are well known, trigger point therapy less so. Treatment of trigger points can be just as simple and effective as acupuncture or acupressure.
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Acupuncture for Headache Relief
A basic overview of acupuncture for treating headaches, how it works and the benefits of acupuncture and Eastern medicine over Western medicine for headache relief.
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Acupuncture Treatments
This ancient, Asian treatment is gaining ground with Western practioners
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Benefits of Acupuncture
Researchers have shown that the physiological effects of acupuncture are primarily derived from an increased production of endorphins and other natural opioid peptides.
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Facial Acupuncture
Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture is a non-invasive, natural way to treat fine lines and wrinkles.
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facial acupuncture
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facial rejuvenation acupuncture
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non-surgical treatments
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how to look younger naturally
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natural cosmetic treatments
Neurological Acupuncture?
There is a school of thought that believes in the benefits of cerebral acupuncture for minimizing the symptoms of neurological illnesses.
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neurological illnesses
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What is Acupuncture?
Acupuncture is gaining acceptance as an adjunct treatment for a variety of chronic health conditions. This overview introduces readers to this ancient Chinese practice.
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What is Acupuncture?
In acupuncture, one facet of TCM, delicate needles are used on key meridian points to improve the flow of energy (chi or qi) through the body and alleviate symptoms.
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A little bit of this and that...
Complementary and Alternative medicine briefer; suing over treatment in Canada, acupuncture
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ATHLETIC SHOES ON EXHIBIT AT SAN FRANCISCO MUSEUM OF MODERN ART!
ATHLETIC SHOE DESIGNS OF THE LAST FIVE YEARS
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ralph lauren
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nike
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new balance
Auriculotherapy, Part 1
A short descriptive history of the healing art of auriculotherapy.
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dr. paul nogier
New Year, Time For New Options Pt. I
New Year's resolutions have been made, and if one of your resolutions is to look into treating possible infertility, you should read this series of articles first. This first article explores some non-invasive treatment options.
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TCM and Lower Back Pain
Lower back pain affects most people at some time in their lives so it's not suprising that so many types of treatment are available. As a TCM practitioner in Australia for 8 years and a sufferer of back pain myself, I found TCM to be an extremely effective form of treatment. This article discusses some common causes of lower back pain and their treatment from a TCM point of view.
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Your First Visit to a TCM Clinic
You're in the waiting room of an acupuncture clinic for the first time, contemplating maybe fearing what's about to happen. Visions of needles inserted all over your body make you want to leave right now. You're desperate though; nothing else has helped you. Even your doctor said acupuncture is worth a try. What happens then from the time of your initial consultation to the completion of your first acupuncture treatment?
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Acupressure For Your Dog's Health
Known for helping with canine arthritis, acupressure can be a part of overall natural pet health care. A combination of acupressure and massage can be done at home.
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dog acupressure massage
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natural pet health care
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canine health treatments
Chinese Medicine And Arthritis
Chinese therapies have been used for centuries to relieve the effects of arthritic joint disease by combining herbs, diet, acupuncture/acupressure and massage
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arthritis
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osteoarthritis
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rheumatiod arthritis
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Finding a Good Chinese Herbalist
Ready to try Traditional Chinese Medicine? Where and how to start looking for a Chinese herbalist and what to expect from a first appointment.
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Meridian Toe Hold
Several prominent, acupuncture meridians start or end with points in the toes. The Meridian Toe Hold works to balance mind, body and spirit through a gentle technique.
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A Time to Heal
How does spirituality affect illness? A look at faith healing from a little different point of view.
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healing
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religion
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healers
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Another Chiropractic Triumph
Yet another study has found that chiropractic care is superior to physiotherapy for lower back pain. How many more are needed?
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Common Back Problems in the Standarbred Race Horse
Problems which plague Standardbred races horses, and the various forms of therapy used by vets and trainers to combat these problems, including magnetic therapy and acupuncture.
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standardbreds
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veterinarians
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magnetic therapy
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ultrasound therapy
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muscles
My Sunshine Feel-good Piece
An article wherein the author attempts a 'Reader's Digest' approach to anecdotal writing in an effort to placate a certain 'concerned and disappointed' family member.
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Once Upon A Time in China II (1992)
A review of Jet Li's Once Upon A Time in China II, an even better sequel to one of the best Hong Kong action movies around.
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Open your mind to healing
My personal story of Divine healing in my life. I will be sharing with you what I have learned about healing and the words of Jesus.
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Qi Whiz!
Many martial artists spend a lot of time learning about qi and how to develop and use it. It represents an energy theory that might or might not be real, but it's definitely that stirs up strong emotions in debates among fighters and among scientists. But just what is this thing called qi?
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Traditional Chinese Medicine - An Introduction
An introduction to the theory and practice of Traditional Chinese Medicine(TCM) including Western medicine comparisons; commonly treated conditions and what to expect during your initial TCM consultation.
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Back Pain is No Picnic
Once you've sustained an injury to your back do you know what to do to relieve the pain and promote the healing process?
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back injuries
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spinal manipulation
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inflammation
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depression
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medication
CAM and Chemotherapy Side Effects
Some estimates put the use of Complementary and Alternative Medicine as high as 54% of US cancer patients. They use it to decrease nausea, fatigue, anxiety, and pain.
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cancer-related fatigue
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tumor pain
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depression
Canine Spas
Canine spas offer more than pampering. Canine spas provide treatments such as hydrotherapy that reduce pain and inflammation and improve mobility and range of motion.
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Chakra-Based Spa Treatments
Chakras are sources of energy located along the spinal cord that govern specific organs and bodily systems. Chakra-based holistic spa herapies work to heal the whole body
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Chinese Medicine For Your Dog
If western veterinary care is not working for your dog consider Traditional Chinese Medicine. A combination of herbs, acupuncture and massage may be just what is needed.
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dogs and arthritis
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dog skin allergies
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cancer in dogs
Developing an Allergy Plan
Options exist in treating allergies in everything from emergency plans to medication to practitioners and treatment. This article covers some of them in a basic sense.
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Energy Medicine in AD
Energy medicine includes a number of different therapies such as acupuncture that correct imbalances or blockages of the body's bioenergy, which contribute to disease.
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Help For Trigeminal Neuralgia
Excruciatingly painful, sometimes called tic douloureux, trigeminal neuralgia can cause electric shock-like pain in the face., jaw and neck.
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integrative manual therapy
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myofascial release
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advanced strain and counterstrain
Help with Sinusitis
Sinusitis is frequently an unpleasant sequel to cold and flu. Although there are many treatments only a few have been fully evaluated.
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sinusitis treatment
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acute and chronic sinusitis
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flu and sinusitis
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asthma and sinusitis
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autoimmune disease and sinusitis
Infectobesity, The Obesity Virus
Obesity is linked with viruses. Look to Massage Therapy, Integrative Manual Therapy, Acupuncture, Qigong, Reflexology and Laughter for supporting the immune system.
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obesity
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viruses
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Massage for Low Back Pain
Back pain is a very common symptom for which there are a number of different treatments. Massage has been shown to be a simple and effective therapy for this condition.
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trigger point therapy for back pain
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shiatsu for back pain
Massage Therapy for Osteoarthritis
What is osteoarthritis and how is it treated? Is massage therapy a useful alternative?
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massage therapy for osteoarthritis
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treatment for osteoarthritis
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osteoarthritis reversable
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cartilage and osteoarthritis
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eastern medicine and osteoarthritis
Stress Relief Tips
Tips on treatments and therapies in UK that can alleviate the physical and mental manifestations of stress, and how to make contact with accredited people to help.
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relax mind body spirit
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Stroke Rehabilitation Choices
Once a stroke has happened there are dietary factors, exercises, acupuncture, Qigong, Integrative Manual Therapy, Reiki, Yoga and more CAM options to consider.
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