When you are injured or get sick, you’re not limited to seeking out conventional forms of treatment-your family doctor is not the only option. In fact, you have a multitude of options. The long history of alternative medicine includes such therapies as acupuncture, aromatherapy, and homeopathy. All of these treatments can have some benefit, whether by relieving disease symptoms, or by improving your general well-being.
Complementary and Alternative Medicine: Two Different Philosophies
When it comes to treatment, there are two main categories: complementary and alternative. When you use therapies such as acupuncture or homeopathy in addition to conventional medical treatment, the treatments are referred to as being complementary. Alternative medicine, on the other hand, uses acupuncture, homeopathy, and other treatments instead of conventional medical treatment. Whether complementary or alternative, many of these treatments are considered holistic, in that they treat the whole person, rather than simply addressing their symptoms. Read the rest of this entry »