DAAN Chinese Herbs and Acupuncture

Some good explanation about the different types of alternative medicine:

“YOU’VE heard of iridology but what is it? And what’s the difference between an osteopath and a chiropractor?

Here’s a guide to help you sort out your acupuncture from your shiatsu.

Acupuncture is commonly associated with traditional Chinese medicine and involves inserting and manipulating fine needles into “acupuncture points” in the body to restore health and wellbeing. The definition of these points is standardised by the World Health Organization. www.acupuncture.com.au

Aromatherapy is the use of essential oils extracted from plants and herbs to treat a person’s mood or health. Individual blends are prepared in a base of cold-pressed oil and applied to the body through massage. Many believe that scent has the power to transform our emotions and heal our bodies. Note: Do not use essential oils directly on skin as they may burn. www.naturaltherapypages.com.au/therapy/Aromatherapy

Ayurveda roughly translates as the “knowledge of life” and is a system of medicine that originated in India. By aiming to balance the body, mind and spirit, practitioners believe Ayurveda leads to contentment and helps prevent illness. Ayurveda also treats specific health problems and a chief aim is to cleanse the body of substances that can cause disease. www.ayurvedaelements.com/resortsmain.html

Chiropractic diagnoses and treats mechanical disorders of the musculoskeletal system and the spine. It is based on the idea that a spinal misalignment can interfere with the nervous system and result in ill health. Some practitioners use other holistic treatments along with spinal readjustment. www.chiropractors.asn.au

Feldenkrais teaches easier options for movement through gentle exercises. It can improve coordination and fflexibility. Dancers are often attracted to it, as are those who want to reduce their pain. Advocates claim that improving a person’s ability to move can improve your overall wellbeing. See www.feldenkrais.org.au

Homeopathy treats patients with specially prepared diluted substances that, in undiluted doses, produce similar symptoms in healthy people. Homeopaths believe this strengthens the ability of the body to heal itself. It takes into account an individual’s personality, lifestyle and hereditary factors, as well as the history of the disease. See www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/bhcv2/bhcarticles.nsf/pages/Homeopathy?OpenDocument

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