Bodywork (alternative medicine)
Bodywork (alternative medicine)
Bodywork refers to various forms of alternative medicine that involve manipulation or movement of the body. This can include methods such as massage, acupuncture, or osteopathy.
Pronunciation
The term is pronounced as /ˈbɒdiwɜːrk/.
Etymology
The term "bodywork" is derived from the two English words "body" and "work", indicating the physical work done on the body.
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Description
Bodywork therapies are designed to improve the structure and functioning of the human body. In the field of alternative medicine, bodywork is used to describe any therapeutic, healing, or personal development work which involves some form of touching, energetic work, or the physical manipulation of a practical nature.
The idea behind bodywork is that people learn to move more efficiently and the body is in better balance after bodywork treatment, so they continue to improve after the bodywork session.
Types of Bodywork
There are many different types of bodywork, each with its own specific techniques and goals. Some of the most common types include:
- Massage therapy: This involves the manipulation of the body's soft tissues to promote relaxation and well-being.
- Acupuncture: This involves the insertion of very thin needles through the skin at strategic points on the body.
- Osteopathy: This involves the manipulation of the musculoskeletal system to improve health.
- Chiropractic: This involves the manipulation of the spine to alleviate a variety of physical ailments.
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