Alternative Therapies

Question 1

Alexander Technique

Answer 1

focused on healthy posture and its effects on the body, particularly the spine, neck, and head.

Question 2

Structural Integration/Rolfing

Answer 2

therapy restores posture through deep tissue manipulation of muscles and fascia.

Question 3

Feldenkrais Method

Answer 3

focuses on mindful movements to improve the physical use of the body

Question 4

Healing Touch

Answer 4

A hands-on, energy-based therapy developed from numerous healing predecessors philosophies, similar to therapeutic touch.

Question 5

Therapeutic Touch

Answer 5

An energy therapy, using hands-on techniques to provide relief from pain, and promote healing.

Question 6

Functional medicine

Answer 6

A biology-based approach whose focus is on the root cause of disease. It systemically identifies the many causes and conditions contributing to dysfunctional health.

Question 7

What are the requirements for a nurse to implement alternative/complementary therapies?

Answer 7

• Must be prescribed
• Must have training
• Must not make themselves out to be licensed in the therapy