Chelation therapy is a series of intravenous injections of the synthetic
amino acid EDTA, designed to detoxify the body. It is also often used to treat
arteriosclerosis. Most frequently, this is administered in an osteopathic or
medical doctor's office.
Chinese (Oriental) Medicine
Oriental medical practitioners are trained to use a variety of ancient and
modern therapeutic methods - including acupuncture, herbal medicine, massage,
heat therapy, and nutritional and lifestyle counseling - to treat a
broad range of both chronic and acute illnesses.
Chiropractic
The chiropractic views the spine as the backbone of human health: misalignments
of the vertebrae caused by poor posture or trauma cause pressure on the spinal
nerve roots, leading to diminished function and illness. Through manipulation
or adjustment of the spine, treatment seeks to analyze and correct these
misalignments.
Colonics
A colonic is a colon irrigation, the irrigation of the large intestine with
sanitized, filtered water under gentle pressure to wash out or detoxify it of
stagnated fecal material; it is a full intestinal enema.
Counseling/Psychotherapy
This broad category covers a range of practitioners, from career counselors to
psychotherapies who treat depression, stress, addiction, and emotional issues.
Formats can vary from individual counseling to group therapy. Some
therapists may also incorporate bodywork, ritual, energy healing, and other
alternative modalities as part of their practice.
Cupping
It is a traditional Chinese medical technique which applies suction to diseased
parts of the body using ceramic glass or bamboo cups in order to increase the
regional circulation and thereby promote healing. In very ancient times
the horns of animals were used for this purpose.
Craniosacral Therapy
This is a manual therapeutic procedure for remedying distortions in the structure
and function of the craniosacral mechanism - the brain and spinal cord, the
bones of the skull, the sacrum, and interconnected membranes. It
is used to treat chronic pain, migraine headaches, TMJ, and a range of other
conditions.
Dance/Movement Therapies
Dance and/or movement therapy uses expressive movement as a therapeutic tool
for both personal expression and psychological or emotional healing.
Practitioners work with people with physical disabilities, addition issues,
sexual abuse histories, eating disorders, and other concerns.
Dentistry, Holistic
Holistic dentists are licensed dentists who bring an interdisciplinary approach
to their practice. They may incorporate such methods as homeopathy, nutrition
and acupuncture into their treatment plans. Most holistic dentists emphasize
wellness and preventive care while avoiding silver-mercury fillings.
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