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definitions of complimentary therapies
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Which therapy originates from Japan | Shiatsu |
| How does the Alexander Technique encourage healing? | Through better posture and body awareness |
| Which therapy uses the feet as a map of the body? | Reflexology |
| What is the definition of chiropractic treatment? | Diagnosis and treatment of mechanical problems in the nerves and spinal column |
| What is homeopathy? | A therapy that treats like-with-like of the substance that has caused the problem, to build-up the patients resistance and immunity |
| What is herbalism? | A therapy which uses plants to help people recover from stress and illness |
| What is the correct definition of osteopathy? | Manipulation of the joint's and bones to correct structural problems which will improve the body's functions |
| What is the definition of reiki? | |
| Which therapy focuses on manipulation of the spine to relieve local or referred pain? | Chiropractic |
| What is 'Shiatsu' massage? | use of finger or thump pressure on points along meridians to help relieve pain and encourage the body to heal itself. performed with client clothed. |
| What is Kinesiology? | A therapy that treats the body's imbalances by testing the muscles and energy meridians |
| Bach flower remedies are defined as: | Infusions of plants with water and alcohol to treat emotional problems |
| How does meditation help to clear stress? | By focusing on the mind and therefore relaxing the body |
| What is the Bowen technique? | Rebalancing of the body using gentle moves on the tissues |