By Yvette Brazier — 2017
Acupuncture is a form of treatment that involves inserting very thin needles through a person’s skin at specific points on the body, to various depths.
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Acupuncture is a traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) practice that originated thousands of years ago. It is based on the premise that a blockage or disturbance in the flow of the body's life energy, or “qi,” can cause health issues.
Many cancer centers are now offering acupuncture for cancer patients. Acupuncture is a traditional Chinese medicine practice that has been around for thousands of years.
Acupuncture for infertility is a commonly recognized alternative treatment for those trying to get pregnant. More and more fertility clinics offer or recommend acupuncture services along with conventional fertility treatments like IVF and IUI.
In recent years, acupuncture has grown in popularity as an alternative therapy during pregnancy to treat a range of discomforts. If you're pregnant and interested in trying acupuncture, you may wonder if it really works—and have concerns about potential dangers.
Ear acupuncture is an alternative medicine treatment in which specific points on the ear are stimulated in order to promote healing in other areas of the body.
Hands-on healing, also known as Energy, Radiant or Spiritual Healing, has been practiced by many cultures for thousands of years. In Greek mythology, Chiron, the wise Centaur, taught Asclepius, the God of Medicine, hands-on healing.
Energy healing is a traditional healing system that restores the balance and flow of energy throughout the body, mind, and soul. This technique works directly with the physical, emotional and spiritual aspects of well-being.
When I tell people I see energy healers, they invariably ask, “you mean like Reiki,” which is a mode of energy healing, though one I’ve never tried. Despite my alternative proclivities, “energy healing' still sounds like a new-age pseudoscience I’m surprised I even use.
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Energy healing practices like acupuncture and reiki are surging in popularity. While it’s obvious that having clear energy and balanced chakras is the “psycho-spiritual” end-goal, what exactly this means is less obvious.
Energy healing is a holistic practice that activates the body's subtle energy systems to remove blocks. By breaking through these energetic blocks, the body's inherent ability to heal itself is stimulated.
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