Chapter 10: Alternative Medical Systems: Naturopathic and Homeopathic Medicine Flashcards
Founder of Naturopathic
Dr. Benedict Lust
Naturopathic
holistic, whole body health care system based on the belief that the body has the potential to heal itself and that the physician’s role is to support the body’s efforts.
Where do the philosophical roots of naturopathic medicine stem from
Hippocrates-Greece
Vis medicatrix naturae
-Latin for healing power of nature
-mantra for present-day naturopathic medicine
True or false: Rather than scientific medicines, changing the environment (nature) was believed to be the real cure for diseases by these early pioneers of natural healing methods
true
What did Dr. Lust cure himself of
tuberculosis by natural means, using hydrotherapy
What did Dr.Lust found
the American Naturopathic Association
When did naturopathic medicine gain in appeal
1970s to 1980s
What are the five major beliefs of naturopathy
- Disease is a natural part of nature
- disease is viewed as a natural part of nature and is caused by a violation of nature’s laws
-when healthy functioning is disturbed, the naturopathic belief is that disease will result in humans just as it does in the plant and animal kingdoms
2.Promote health and prevent disease
-Prevention of disease is another major belief in naturopathy. Naturopathic practitioners or physicians work on promoting health to prevent disease.11 They encourage patients to be responsible for their own health by living healthy lifestyles.
- The body will heal itself
-body is its own best healer and knows what it needs to get well or heal itself.
-symptoms are viewed as the body trying to purify itself
-In naturopathy, the cause of the symptoms (problem) is investigated and diagnosed before treatment is prescribed, which would include treating the patient in a holistic and natural fashion - Germs are not the major cause of disease
- They do not believe that pathogens or germs are the main cause of disease. They believe that disease is caused by several other phenomena that could include the actions of “toxins” food allergies; dietary sugar, fat, and gluten; inadequate vitamin and mineral intake; vertebral misalignments; imbalances of qi energy; and a few others.
-all chronic (long-lasting) diseases are viewed as the result of continued suppression of the same acute diseases or from self-initiated attempts at body cleansing. - First, do no harm
- naturopathic physician uses methods and substances that are as nontoxic and noninvasive as possible.
True or False: naturopathic doctors use radiology for diagnostic purposes
False: they do not
ectomorph
long and lean
mesomorph
muscular and perhaps stocky
endomorph
soft and round
Blue-eyed type
Supposedly have increased risk for upper respiratory, digestive tract, urogenital tract, lymphatic tissue, joint, kidney, and adrenal gland imbalances.
Mixed eye type
Has discolorations (usually light brown) on top of a blue background. Supposedly has increased risk for liver-related problems, digestive tract problems, and allergies.
Brown-eyed type
Supposedly predisposed to blood disorders and imbalances of minerals. Cautioned to pay attention to the circulatory system, liver, bone marrow, spleen, digestive system, and endocrine glands.
Scurf Rim or Ring of purpose
is a dark band around the iris. This may indicate that the skin is not functioning properly (perhaps does not easily sweat).
Stress rings or rings of freedom
ook like growth rings on a tree. They may indicate neuromuscular tension and stress.
Lipid ring or ring of determination
is a heavy white ring partially or completely covering the outer edge of the iris. This ring is mostly found in older people, and it may be indicative of arteriosclerosis and other cardiovascular problems. It may also indicate problems with the liver and thyroid and an increased risk of Parkinson’s disease.
Lymphatic Rosary or Ring of Harmony
ooks like a tiny ring of clouds around the outer iris. People with this ring may have lymphatic congestion and swollen lymph nodes
True or False: there is no scientific evidence that iridology should be used for diagnostic purposes
true
Mineral analysis
-may analyze hair for trace mineral content
Bioresonance
-the practice of using an electronic device to measure the bodys electromagnetic radiation and electric currents
-The theory is that damaged organs and cancer cells emit electromagnetic oscillations that are different from healthy cells and that a Bioresonance device can detect this information
Kirlian Photography Diagnosis
-colourful photographs of images surrounding the body and within the body are made after applying high-frequency electrical currents to a patient’s body
True or false: naturopaths believe that the key to successful treatment is in balancing four major body
true
What are the four major body systems
the immune system, the elimination (or detoxification) system, the nervous system, and the hormonal system
hydrotherapy
the treatment of physical disability, injury, or illness by immersion of all or part of the body in water to facilitate movement, promote wound healing, and relieve pain. It is usually done under the supervision of a trained therapist
Three main categories of naturopathic practitioners
- Traditional naturopath
2.Healthcare providers - Naturopathic physician
Traditional naturopath
-The traditional naturopath does not have a university undergraduate or higher education degree.
-can obtain training through distance learning (correspondence or Internet courses).
-They may not prescribe drugs, X-rays, or surgery.
The programs are not accredited by organizations recognized for accreditation purposes by the U.S. Department of Education and are not subject to licensing.
Healthcare providers
The second category is composed of medical doctors, osteopathic doctors, chiropractors, and nurses who pursued additional training in naturopathic treatment modalities.9
Naturopathic physician
-training is similar to the trining of the medical doctor
-3 years of premedical sciences as prerequisites
How many universities in the united states and canada offer a ND or doctor of naturopathic medicine
5 united states
2 canadian
True or False: the NCCIH has reported that both naturopathy and traditional Chinese medicine were effective for treating temporomandibular disorders in woman
true
True or false: naturopathy is cost-effective
true
homeo and pathos
homeo= similar
pathos= suffering and disease
Homeopathy
holistic and natural system of healing that aims to prevent illness as well as treat it
-based on the idea that like cures like
Three essential principles of homeopathy
- the principle of similars: like cures like
2.the principle of infinitesimal dose: the more diluted the doe, the more potent its curative efffects - the principle of specificity of the individual: if the remedy is to cure, it must match the symptom profile of the patient
Homeopathic treatments
minute (diluted) remedies made from animal, vegetable, and mineral substances.
True or false: believe that the energy or vibrational pattern from a homeopathic substance that is contained in the solution stimulates healing by activating the vital force, first identified by Hahnemann.
true
What does the NCCIH think of the safety of homeopathic remedies
generally considered safe and unlikely to cause severe side effects
Five essential steps to prescribe a remedy for homeopaths
note the symptoms; look up the symptoms; decide which remedy is appropriate; decide the dosage, and how often and when to repeat it; and evaluate the results
What is an important principle of homeopathy
the whole person should be studied—their temperament, personality, and emotional and physical responses—before prescribing a homeopathic remedy
Approximately how many adults use homeopathy in the united states
3.9 million
True or False: NCCIH believes that very little evidence has been demonstrated that supports homeopathy as an effective treatment for any specific condition.
true
true or false: currently there are no uniform liscensing or professional standards in the united states for homeopaths
true
