HTW 121 Lecture Notes - Lecture 4: Herbalism, Chiropractic, Orthomolecular Medicine
19 Oct 2014
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The use of the best current scientific evidence in making decisions about health care. Assess strength of evidence of risks and benefits of treatments (and lack of treatments) and diagnostic tests. Using plant"s seeds, berries, roots, leaves, bark, or flowers. Chinese medical practice involving hair-thin needles in pressure points (acupoints) throughout the body. Stimulating acupoints is believed to promote body"s natural healing capabilities through restoration of energy (chi) and blood flow through body through median pathways. Concernd w/ relationship between spinal column and nervous system. Manipulation of soft tissues of body to normalize those tissues. Emphasizes interrelationship between structure and function of body. Uses power of thoughts and emotions to promote physical health. Micro-dosed natural substances derived from botanical, animal, or mineral sources. Emphasizes use of sun, water, air, etc. Traditional indian medical practices involving meditation, exercise, herbal medications, and nutrition.
