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Chapter 30
Terms and definitions and notes
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| alternative medicine | any range of medical therapies not regarded as orthodox by Western medicine |
| ayurveda | A holistic traditional medical system originating in india that emphasizes disease prevention |
| biofeedback | the use of electronic monitoring of an automatic bodily function to train someone to acquire voluntary control of that function |
| chiropractic medicine | manual manipulation of the joints and muscles |
| complementary medicine | A range of medical therapies that fall beyond the scope of western medicine. They are complementary to traditional medicine |
| diagnosis | A physician's recognition of a condition or disease on its outward signs and symptoms and/or confirming tests or procedures |
| herb | any plant that is valued for its aromatic, medicinal, flavorful, or other properties |
| homeopathy | A practitioner of homeopathy |
| prophylaxis | treatment or measure to prevent disease |
| synthetic medicine | a medication made in a laboratory from chemical process |
| traditional chinese medicine | complementary and alternative medicine whole medicinal system that includes a range of traditional medicine practices originating in China |
| CAM | Complementary and alternative medicine |
| NHIS | National Health Interview Survey |
| NCCAM | The National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine |
| infusion | pouring hot water on herbs and steeping for several minutes |
| Decoction | simmering herbs in water for 15 to 20 min |
| cold infusion | soaking herbs in cold water over many hours |
| homeopathy | A therapeutic belief that dilutions of medicinal substances that cause a specific symptom can treat an illness that yields the same symptoms. FDA regulates homeopathic medications |
| acupressure | based on the same principles as acupuncture. Instead of using needles to unblock pathways carrying energy, the practitioner uses his or her hands to apply pressure to specific points |
| acupuncture | based on the meridians in the body. These lines are thought to carry energy to particular parts of the body. When they become blocked, illness or pain can occur. Relieves blocked pathways with the use of needles |
| aromatherapy | through the sense of smell, various blends of fragrances result in relief of certain ailments. aromatic herbs, perfumes, and oils are frequently used |
| ayurveda | based on the spiritual side of the body and all that affects the body, including the environment, emotional stability, and physical health. practitioners find ways to change what is necessary to enable the patient to be more in tune with the outside world |
| biofeedback | learned technique that enables the self-control of various physiological responses of the body. This technique includes voluntary and involuntary systems of the body |
| chiropractic medicine | based on the belief that the realignment of the body, the spine, can remedy certain conditions. relieves pressure or pain |
| herbal remedies | Available for the treatment of a variety of ailments and are frequently sold in pharmacies and health food stores. herbals are a common component of complementary medicine. |
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