The unpleasant negative effects of treatment for head and neck cancer patients may be relieved by Acupuncture, the ancient Chinese practice. A recent study found that there was significant reduction in both dry mouth and pain and shoulder dysfunction after neck dissection in patients who received acupuncture. However, further studies are required to support the [...]
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Since ages numerous diseases have been treated by Water. Ancient Egyptians, Roman and Greek Civilizations too depended on water for routine treatments. Ancient Egyptian royalty bathed with essential oils and flowers immersed in water. The use of water as a therapeutic agent was revived during the 19th century. Hydrotherapy (Water Therapy) is the oldest, safest, [...]
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According to a new study, even the most stubborn neck pain can be healed by Acupuncture. An international study conducted by American, Canadian, Australasian, South American and European researchers has revealed that alternative therapies such as acupuncture, neck manipulation, and massage could be better alternatives for treating neck pain, rather than conventional treatments. A review [...]
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Ear Massage is an effective and extremely relaxing therapy, done to reduce stress, while also promoting wellbeing, by addressing various health issues. This apart from bringing about a deep sense of peace and calmness will also be enjoyed by all. The ear has been structured in such a detailed manner, that when the Marma (energy) [...]
According to researchers, listening to music for few hours a day helps in speedy recovery of patient from stroke outcomes. A study conducted by Finnish researchers on 54 patients who suffered stroke on the right or left hemisphere middle cerebral artery, noted that those patients, who listened to music for few hours a day showed [...]
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Expecting moms experiencing back pain and pelvic pain have before them a variety of pregnancy pain treatments to choose from. Although the effects of Acupuncture and pregnancy-specific exercises and physiotherapy are effective, it remains unclear, whether these approaches can prevent pain even before it develops. More than two-thirds of women experience some degree of back [...]
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Regular Acupressure treatment helps in reducing the agitated behavior in Dementia patients, says Taiwanese researchers. Acupressure is a treatment that is done using points on meridians of the body, to heal the body and relieve pain, although noninvasive. This is done by employing pressure using fingers, thumbs and elbows and rarely electric currents, unlike acupuncture [...]
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The complementary, conventional and alternative treatments when used together, helps patients in easing their lower back pain problem, which is better than using just the mainstream treatment alone, shows research results. A small study was conducted, which included 13 patients, out of whom, seven patients were given “integrated care”, while six received usual care. The [...]
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