CAM modalities Flashcards
what is chiropractic and how is it believed to work
manual treatments including spinal manipulation with short manual thrusts beyond the normal range of motion
disease is caused by misalignment of vertebral joints
what is chiropractic commonly used to treat
asthma, cardiovascular problems, headaches, IBS, spinal pain, musculoskeletal problems
what are some contradictions of chiropractic
osteoporosis, bleeding abnormalities, spinal disease, anticoagulants, fractures.
could cause injury to spinal cord (myelopathy), vertebral disc extrusions, epidural haematoma and arterial dissections.
what is osteopathy what is it used for
manipulation of soft tissue and joints
based on belief that realigning musculoskeletal system eliminated blood and lymph obstructions
used for musculoskeletal problems like neck and back pain
what are contradictions of osteopathy
osteoporosis, neoplasms, bleeding disorders
some adverse effects of spinal trauma stroke and vertebral artery dissection.
what is homeopathy
comes from belief that “like cures like”
treatments of heavily diluted solutions of things that cause symptoms
solutions are thought to be more potent with increased dilutions
what is homeopathy commonly used to treat
benign chronic conditions like digestive complaints, headaches, skin problems, anxiety
what does aromatherapy include
natural plant extracts, essential oils and aroma compounds applied topically, massaged, inhaled or immersed in water used for symptom management in pain, nausea, well being, anxiety, depression, stress, insomnia
what are some contradictions of aromatherapy
some essential oils flammable, phototoxic (effx increased by sunlight) or can cause skin dermatitis.
1.allergy
2.asthma
3. skin conditions like eczema
4. epilepsy hypertension
5. cancer some oils have estrogenic activity
6. some oils need to be avoided during pregnancy
can cause nausea headaches, allergic reactions and citrusy oils can increase sunburn risk
what is hypnotherapy
mechanism not understood, induces trance like states to induce suggestibility. commonly used for anxiety, pain, phobias, PTSD, stress. Approval for IBS
what are contradictions of hypnotherapy
psychosis and personality disorders, can cause recovery of painful or false memories or the exacerbation of psychological problems.
what is miracle mineral solution
chlorine dioxide, sodium chlorite and acid diluted.
can cause severe nausea vomiting and dehydration leading to life threatening low blood pressure.
