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complementary therapiesare treatment used in addition to conventional health care regiments recommended by a persons health care provider
Alternative therapiesoften include some of the same interventions as complementary therapies but frequently become the primary treatment modality
allopathic medicineTraditional or conventional western medicine
herbal therapiesan alternative therapy that uses herbs to provide health benefits
pharmaceuticalsdrugs, or drug based products or preparations
yogaholistic system of mind-body connection that includes control of the body through correct posture & breathing, control of the emotions & meditation & contemplation
holistic nursingaddresses and treats the mind-body-spirit of patient
Chiropractic therapynontraditional therapy that includes manipulation of the musculoskeletal system, adjust the joints of the body, usually the vertebrae, back in proper alignment
Qilife force
meridianschannels of energy
Acupuncturea method of stimulating certain points (acupoints) on the body by the insertion of special needles to modify the perception of pain, normalize psychological functions, prevent or treat disease
acupressureentails the use of gentle pressure at similar points on the body
reikia form of alternative health treatment that originated in Japan, it is focused on the promotion of health and wellness through relaxation techniques
Therapeutic massageperformed by trained professionals to manipulate the soft tissues of the body and assist with healing
aromatherapydetails the use of pure essential oils, produced from plants, to provide health benefits
reflexologybased on the premise that it is possible to exert an affect on the entire body by applying pressure to specific on the feet, hands, ears, and thumbs
imageryvisualization techniques to create mental images to evoke changes in the body, improve perceived well-being, and enhance self-awareness
relaxationis the state of generalized decrease in cognitive, physiologic, or behavioral arousal
focusingthe ability to identify, differentiate, keep attention on, and return attention to simple stimuli for an extended period
passivitythe ability to stop unnecessary goal-directed and analytic activity
Receptivitythe ability to tolerate and accept experiences that are sometime uncertain, unfamiliar, or paradoxical
biofeedbackis a noninvasive method that an individual can employ to learn control f the body to manage certain conditions
tetrahydrocannabinola compound of marijuana
cannabidiola cannabis compound purported to have anti-inflammatory effects
cannabinoidcompounds found in marijuana, there are more than 60of these compounds, it is responsible for the feelings of being "high" that are associated with the use of marijuana
Taijimartial arts practice that emphasizes relaxing the body and focusing the mind; tai chi movements is performed slowly, accentuating the intention, mechanics, accuracy, and precision of motion
where are many herbal medicines soldas food or through food supplements in health food stored snd through private companies
in 1994 what law did the dietary supplement health and education act passallows for herbs to be sold as dietary supplements as long as no health claims are written on their labels
aloe vera (aloe ferox, aloe barbadensis) usesburns, skin irritation, has laxative properties
first consideration of aloe verainternal use produces a cathartic action and has resulted in painful cramps, electrolyte imbalance, hemorrhagic diarrhea, and kidney damage
second consideration of aloe veradrug exist with antidysrhythmics, cardiac glucosides (digoxin), anti diabetics, beta blockers, steroids, diuretics and disulfiram, herb interactions exist with licorice
Cayenne ( capsicum sp.) usesgeneral cardiovascular health: reduces cholesterol level; topical application produces anagelsia, controls bleeding
cayenne first considerationtopical application as a counterirritant produces a "heat" sensation. repeated applications produce analgesia that results from neuronal depletion of substance p. burning and pruritus diminished with continued use
cayenne second considerationdrug interactions exist with ACE inhibitors, heparin, ASA, disulfiram, and theophylline. herb interactions exist with feverfew, garlic, ginger, and ginseng
ginger (zingiber officinale) usesnausea, vomiting, motion sickness, appetite improvement, impotence, liver toxicity, burns
gingers first considerationoverdose possibly produces CNS depression and dysrhythmias, ginger sometimes enhances the effect of anticoagulants
ginger second considerationpregnant doses should not take large doses because teratogenic potential is highly unstudied, no consensus exist regarding dosage or monitoring
gingers third considerationdrug interactions are possible with antacids, histamine H2, receptor blockers, proton pump inhibitors, anticoagulants, barbiturates, disulfiram and metronidazole
gingko, maidenhair tree, gingko biloba usesimproves memory, increase circulation to the extremities and the brain
gingko, maidenhair tree, gingko biloba first considerationproduces arterial and venous vasoactive changes that increase tissue perfusion and cerebral blood flow
gingko, maidenhair tree, gingko biloba adverse reactionsdizziness, headache, subarachnoid and subdural hemorrhage, and cardiac insufficiency & seizures in small children and bleeding complications
gingko, maidenhair tree, gingko biloba drug interationsantiplatelet therapy, anticoagulants, anticonvulsants, bupropion, tricyclic, antidepressants, disulfiram, metronidazole, MAOIs, SSRIs,trazodone, herbal interaction is garlic
what are herb manufacturers are not required by law to demonstratesafety, efficacy or quality of the products
st john's wort (hypericum perforatum) usesmild to moderate depression, anxiety, viral infection, insomnia, premenstrual syndrome, topical myalgia, inflammation
what should you avoid with herbsusing combinations of herbs, using herbs and spices for two weeks before any surgery, during pregnancy & lactation or trying to get pregnant
rosemary uses internallymental stimulant, alleviating stress, circulatory problems
rosemary uses externallymyalgia, neuralgia, pruritus, migraines
older adults considerationneed touch as much as or more than any other group
what does yoga "yoke" meanunion of personal self with the Devine source
what is one key factor of biofeedbackincreased awareness achieved by the patient about physiologic functions and influencing factors of these functions
what is another advantage of biofeedbackreduction of the stress response
THC is psychoactive and may causeeuphoria, paranoia, drowsiness, and increased hunger
what classification is marijuanaschedule 1 like heroine and LSD