List of forms of alternative medicine
List of Forms of Alternative Medicine
Alternative medicine is a term that describes medical treatments that are used instead of traditional (mainstream) therapies. Some people also refer to it as “integrative,” or “complementary” medicine. This article provides a list of some forms of alternative medicine.
Acupuncture
Acupuncture (pronounced: ak-yoo-PUNK-cher) is a practice that originated from traditional Chinese medicine. The etymology of the word comes from the Latin acus meaning 'needle', and punctura meaning 'to puncture'. Related terms include moxibustion, cupping therapy, and electroacupuncture.
Ayurveda
Ayurveda (pronounced: ah-yer-vey-duh) is a system of medicine with historical roots in the Indian subcontinent. The word "Ayurveda" is Sanskrit, meaning "knowledge of life and longevity". Related terms include dosha, prakriti, and panchakarma.
Chiropractic
Chiropractic (pronounced: kai-roe-prak-tik) is a form of alternative medicine mostly concerned with the diagnosis and treatment of mechanical disorders of the musculoskeletal system, especially the spine. The term "chiropractic" comes from the Greek words cheir (hand) and praxis (practice). Related terms include subluxation, spinal adjustment, and vertebral subluxation.
Homeopathy
Homeopathy (pronounced: hoe-mee-op-uh-thee) is a system of alternative medicine created in 1796 by Samuel Hahnemann, based on his doctrine of like cures like. The term "homeopathy" is derived from the Greek words homoios (similar) and pathos (suffering or disease). Related terms include potentization, homeopathic dilutions, and homeopathic provings.
Naturopathy
Naturopathy (pronounced: nay-chur-op-uh-thee) or naturopathic medicine is a form of alternative medicine that employs an array of pseudoscientific practices branded as "natural", "non-invasive", and as promoting "self-healing". The term "naturopathy" comes from the Greek and Latin, natura (birth) and pathos (suffering), to suggest "natural healing". Related terms include detoxification, herbalism, and hydrotherapy.
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