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What does Homeopathic literally mean?

like or same/as disease/refers

What is complementary or alternative medicine now referred to as?

Integrated Medicine

Biofeedback is a type of _________ therapy.

psychosomatic

Aromatherapy uses which principle?

<p>olfactory stimulation</p> Signup and view all the answers

Placebo effect therapy uses the principle of?

<p>suggestion or believability</p> Signup and view all the answers

Therapeutic touch therapy is classified as what type of medicine?

<p>alternative</p> Signup and view all the answers

Massage and reflexology are examples of?

<p>integrated medicine</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Acupuncture literally mean?

<p>needle puncture</p> Signup and view all the answers

Dr. Elizabeth Kubler-Ross is best known for?

<p>The Stages of Death and Dying</p> Signup and view all the answers

Holistic therapies stress the importance of?

<p>self-care and illness prevention</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of these treatments would commonly be labelled 'orthodox or conventional' medicine?

<p>Chemotherapy</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which oil might an aromatherapist use to attempt to ease a client's joint pain?

<p>Juniper</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Reiki mean in Japanese?

<p>Universal vital force</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of these is one of Kubler-Ross' stages of death?

<p>Bargaining</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of these body parts is commonly massaged by practitioners of reflexology?

<p>Hand</p> Signup and view all the answers

Folk remedies are based on?

<p>Charms</p> Signup and view all the answers

Acupuncture has had mainstream appeal in the United States since?

<p>1970s</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is considered the founder of osteopathy?

<p>Andrew Taylor Still</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is considered the founder of homeopathy?

<p>Samuel Hahnemann</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is considered the founder of chiropractics?

<p>Daniel David Palmer</p> Signup and view all the answers

Any therapy that relies on the body's own healing powers is considered?

<p>Natural</p> Signup and view all the answers

All hypnosis techniques promote a relaxed state and what type of brain wave activity?

<p>Alpha</p> Signup and view all the answers

Small acupuncture needles are used to treat which area of the body?

<p>Ears</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of medicine has ancient origins, strong cultural ties, and trained healers?

<p>Traditional</p> Signup and view all the answers

Acupuncture needles are used in combination with which of these during treatment?

<p>Electrical current</p> Signup and view all the answers

What treats the body using principles similar to acupuncture and acupressure?

<p>Reflexology</p> Signup and view all the answers

What physicians administer small doses of similar disease substances to allegedly stimulate the natural body response of immunity?

<p>Homeopathic</p> Signup and view all the answers

What physicians use antagonistic substances to attach to disease organisms or illness?

<p>Allopathic</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the manipulation of the body's soft tissues by stroking, rubbing, kneading, and tapping?

<p>Massage</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of medicine uses vitamin therapy, herbal remedies, and chiropractic care?

<p>Natural</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of medicine emphasizes self-care and illness prevention?

<p>Holistic</p> Signup and view all the answers

Acupuncture may be used during surgery for?

<p>Anesthesia</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Hypnosis' literally mean?

<p>sleep/condition</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Placebo' literally mean?

<p>shall please</p> Signup and view all the answers

A self-suggestion technique which assists patients in controlling stress is?

<p>biofeedback</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the basis of Chinese traditional medicine?

<p>balance within the body</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Reflexology' literally mean?

<p>again/bends/of/procedure of</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of these individuals promoted a holistic healing approach to medicine?

<p>Andrew Weil</p> Signup and view all the answers

Aromatherapy is thought to have its effects on which part of the brain?

<p>limbic system</p> Signup and view all the answers

Aromatherapy oils are?

<p>Essential oils derived from plants</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Terminology and Definitions

  • Homeo/path/ic means "like or same/as disease/refers."
  • Complementary or alternative medicine is now called Integrated Medicine.
  • Biofeedback is a type of psychosomatic therapy.
  • Aromatherapy utilizes olfactory stimulation.
  • Placebo effect therapy operates on the principle of suggestion or believability.

Types of Therapy

  • Therapeutic touch therapy is classified as alternative medicine.
  • Massage and reflexology are both examples of integrated medicine.
  • Acupuncture literally means "needle puncture."
  • Holistic therapies prioritize self-care and illness prevention.

Notable Contributors in Medicine

  • Dr. Elizabeth Kubler-Ross is renowned for her work on The Stages of Death and Dying.
  • Founders of medical systems:
    • Osteopathy: Andrew Taylor Still
    • Homeopathy: Samuel Hahnemann
    • Chiropractics: Daniel David Palmer
  • Andrew Weil is recognized for promoting a holistic healing approach.

Treatment Principles and Practices

  • Orthodox or conventional medicine includes treatments like chemotherapy.
  • Aromatherapists may use juniper oil to alleviate joint pain.
  • Reiki translates in Japanese as universal vital force.
  • The placebo effect translates literally to "shall please."

Physiological Insights

  • Acupuncture has gained popularity in the U.S. since the 1970s.
  • Hypnosis translates literally to "sleep/condition."
  • Reflexology literally means "again/bends/of/procedure of."
  • All hypnosis techniques promote a relaxed state and encourage alpha brain wave activity.

Healing Practices

  • Folk remedies are based on charms.
  • Practitioners use small acupuncture needles specifically for the ears.
  • Homeopathic physicians administer small doses of disease substances to stimulate immunity.
  • Allopathic physicians use antagonistic substances to target disease organisms.

Natural and Traditional Medicine

  • Natural therapies encompass vitamin therapy, herbal remedies, and chiropractic care.
  • Traditional medicine has ancient origins with strong cultural ties and trained healers.
  • Acupuncture may be employed for anesthesia during surgery.

Balance and Wellbeing

  • The basis of Chinese traditional medicine is the concept of balance within the body.
  • Massage involves manipulating soft tissues through techniques like stroking, rubbing, and kneading.

This set of notes summarizes the principles and key definitions in integrated medicine, highlighting approaches, terms, and notable figures in the field.

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Test your knowledge on the terminology and definitions related to integrated medicine and alternative therapies. This quiz covers types of therapy, notable contributors, and key concepts in holistic practices. Expand your understanding of how these therapies contribute to health and wellness.

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