Chap. 6 - complementary and alternative therapies Flashcards
Complementary therapies are used in _____ __ traditional practices, and alternative therapies are used in _____ __ traditional practices
in addition to
in place of
The basic tenet of acupressure and acupuncture is….
That vital energy (chi) flows along specific pathways that may be manipulated by hands or needles
Biofeedback
Visual or auditory information about the autonomic physiological functions (like blood pressure or muscle tension) of the body are provided; the individual learns to control these processes
Herbal products and the FDA
Approval not required, thus no uniform standards for quality or potency
Omega-3 fatty acids - uses and concerns
ADHD, cognitive impairment, CV dz
Interacts with coumadin, increasing its anticoagulant effect
Sam-e - uses and concerns
Depression, osteoarthritis, liver dz
May cause mania and serotonin syndrome
Tryptophan - uses and concerns
Depression, obesity, insomnia, HA, fibromyalgia
Increased risk of serotonin syndrome
Vitamin E - uses and concerns
Thought to boost immune system
Increases anticoagulant effect of coumadin and other antiplatelet drugs
Melatonin
Insomnia, jet lag, shift work, and cancer (??)
May inhibit ovulation
Fish oil
Bipolar, HTN, lowering TGLs
Reflexology
Stimulates the body’s natural healing power through massaging the feet, hands, and ears
Macrobiotics
Use of a balanced diet (cold, wet foods are yin; hot, dry foods are yang) to live in harmony with nature
