What is Alternative Medicine?
Alternative medicine is a treatment practice unrelated to drugs, medical and chemical drugs, and traditional medicine, which aim to treat diseases from nature with natural plants and herbs or psychological practices such as meditation and relaxation or traditional traditional practices such as Chinese acupuncture, cupping and hypnosis, and despite the benefits of plants used in treatment Herbs may have some health damage in some cases, and Chinese needles and cupping can have some side effects that vary in severity.
In 1998 a review of the methodology of studies to assess its prevalence in 13 countries about 31% of cancer patients used a form of alternative and complementary medicine. Alternative medicine varies from country to country. Ernest Aidsard says that in Austria and Germany CAM is mainly in the hands of doctors, while some estimates suggest that at least half of alternative practitioners are American doctors. In Germany, herbs are regulated tightly, with half prescribed by doctors and covered by their own health insurance on the basis of the E Committee.
Facts About the Pharaohs in Alternative Medicine
One of the greatest civilizations on Earth is that the ancient civilization of Pharaonic Egypt, which stunned the entire world and stood in front of the interpretation of the mystery of this greatness that extended for centuries, did not fade or decay like other modern civilizations that could not withstand the changes that Passed by the world.
Important Note:
The Pharaohs discovered alternative medicine before Greece! Although the discovery of antibiotics has been fairly recent, the ancient Egyptians used to treat the infection using mold bread. The moldy bread grows on Penicillium, which extracts penicillin, one of the most common antibiotics.
When the body was embalmed, the body was emptied from all organs, from the brain to the intestine. Each of these organs was placed in a dedicated vase, but the only organ that was not removed was the heart.
Alternative medicine in China
A set of inherited medical rules or beliefs that rely on the principle of the existence of energy for the body in general called “qi” and the pronunciation of "ki", which moves through the body through different levels called meridians, and therefore any imbalance or loss of balance in the energy flow of this body leads to the emergence of "ki" Chinese doctors have practiced these medical beliefs in China for thousands of years and these techniques have begun to gain popularity among the peoples of the western world recently.
Chinese Herbal Medicine
Since ancient times, China has excelled in the use of medicinal herbs through the practice of alternative medicine. Chinese herbs are the mainstays of Chinese traditional medicine. Despite the controversy over the effectiveness of these herbs, there are studies that confirm that they succeeded in treating various diseases, Many herbs have been used in ancient Chinese medicine. Sources of most of these herbs have been used in the Arab world. The secret of herbal and alternative medicine is known to be from the era of Chinese emperors.
Chinese acupuncture and hermitage were first used. In ancient Chinese literature, the emperor (Fu-Ze) was the first to give the Chinese wisdom, analysis and interpretation of cosmic and natural phenomena and was also the first to introduce Chinese acupuncture. The Emperor (Fu-Zi), along with the Emperor Shen-nong, are the first to introduce the idea of. "hermit farms" in China for the widespread exploitation of Chinese herbs used in the treatment of various diseases.
TCM can be used in many medical fields. The Chinese Medicine Department of Tian Tan Bukhua treats many of the most common diseases, and TCM treats some diseases such as:
1. Chronic pain for neurological diseases and their activation 2. Digestive problems 3. Irregular menstruation 4. Chronic fatigue 5. Cough and asthma 6. People with weak immunity 7. Relieve mood disorders
Chinese Acupressure
Chinese acupuncture is a method of ancient Chinese medicine, which is based on the stitches of several needles too thin in the skin of the patient in the count of areas or by disease, and is a complementary medical procedure (complementary medicine), as it differs radically from the different methods and followed in The traditional basis of Chinese acupuncture is based on the belief that energy in the body travels through channels, which are called meridians.
They believe that any loss This energy has the ability to move p T the body lead to the occurrence of diseases and that acupuncture treatment is that restores the flow of energy and help wellness treatment. This method is used to treat many diseases, but often used to relieve pain such as headaches, tooth pain and back pain. It is rumored that this method of treatment addresses asthma, anxiety and some infertility.
How is Traditional Acupuncture Treated?
Before the acupuncturist begins to examine the condition, the individual is required to fill out complete data regarding his / her health condition. Then the acupuncturist will ask some important questions for the individual, including his / her health, lifestyle, diet, emotions and emotions, blood circulation, temperature, appetite, pressure, food sensitivity, response to changes in atmosphere and seasons.
The specialist also examines the person, sees the color of his face, his voice and the color of his tongue, and examines three pulse points in the wrist of each hand and evaluates them to find out the twelve Meridians.
The acupuncturist then begins to diagnose the condition and start treatment. Typically, the specialist uses 6-12 needles during treatment. The number of needles does not indicate the intensification of treatment, but rather the importance of replacing the needles in the body in a precise manner.
When needles are inserted, the person feels a slight tingling. Once the needles enter the body, the person will not suffer from any pain and will feel comfortable throughout the treatment. The individual should tell the treatment specialist if he feels pain, numbness or discomfort.
Best Regards, Solomon J. (Naturopath/Alternative Therapist)
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