HOMEOPATHY,
AYURVEDA , ACUPRESSURE ,
SIDDHA , UNANI
, ACUPUNCTURE
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HOMEOPATHY
Homeopathy is derived from Greek words "Homoeos" = Like or Similar; and "Pathos"= disease or suffering, which means 'Likes cure Likes'. The efficacy of homeopathy drugs is well established in almost all the ailments including those which are a challenge to the modern medicine such as Rheumatoid Arthritis, Cancer (Malignancies of various origins), Diabetes Mellitus, etc.Most importantly since homeopathic medicines are in dilutions the side effects are greatly minimized. Hence this system is perfect in ailments of infants and children. |
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The effects or the medicinal values of the drugs are determined by drug
Proving. The homeopathic drugs are derived from various sources. A goodremedy
removes the disease from its roots and leaves no trace of the disease
behind. Individual constitution is given prime importance in homeopathy
because no two individuals are alike. Hence we have one drug per individual.
This path thus becomes unique and more accurate. Case taking is the most
vital part prior to treatment wherein the Doctors analyze the mental symptoms
along with the physical symptoms. There is a concept of Vital force and
Miasmas that determine the health status of the patient and his future
health condition, which are again unique to the principle of this path.
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Over the years scientists have been trying hard to find a cure for cancer, which is incurable and fatal unless detected in its early stage. Modern researchers say cancer treatment will gradually improve and perhaps in another 30 years we may have something that works for several cancers. Since cancer panacea is long way off according to modern scientists, it is high time we explore the remedies described in other medical systems, especially Ayurveda. |
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Ayurveda
describes that each person has physical and mental constitution. In other
words everyone is born with a unique nature or personality. In order to
maintain good health, it is important to maintain this "original"
prakriti or nature. This is done by eating foods and performing activities
that are in harmony with our nature. Thus a state of natural balance is
maintained at physical, psychological and spiritual level. However, a
disturbance in the state of natural balance leads to damages in the natural
set of body even at the minute level including the genes. Although cancer is a difficult disease, Ayurveda can offer a lot of support and comfort to the patients through its natural treatments. |
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ACUPRESSURE This therapy involves pressing points on the body with fingers or hands to alter the internal flow of a supposed vital force or energy called chi (pronounced "chee"), strengthening it, calming it or removing a blockage of the flow. Acupressure is one of a number of treatment methods regularly used in traditional Chinese medicine, or TCM, a system of health care that originated in China thousands of years ago and is still widely practiced in Asian countries today. |
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According
to Traditional Chinese Medicine acupressure points are aligned along 14
bodily meridians, or pathways. Twelve of the meridians are bilateral; that
is, identical versions of them (with the same sets of points) exist on both
sides of the body. The other two are unilateral, running along the midline
of the body. The 14 meridians do not correspond to any known physiological
processes or anatomical structures in the body, such as nerves or blood
vessels. Nevertheless, some well-controlled studies suggest that acupressure
can be effective for a number of health problems, including nausea, pain
and stroke-related weakness. A single point may be pressed for relief from
a particular symptom or condition; or to promote overall well-being of the
body, a series of points can be worked on in a specific order. Acupressure Points Acupressure can be administered by someone trained in the technique or it may be practiced at home. The force used on different points varies, but in general, most points call for a steady, downward pressure lasting one to two minutes. If you are applying pressure to a point several times in succession, complete this process on one side of the body before switching to the other side. The risks of acupressure are minimal, provided certain cautions are observed. During pregnancy, the points designated Spleen 6 and Large Intestine 4 should never be used; avoid the abdominal area entirely, if possible. Never apply pressure to open wounds, varicose veins, tumors, inflamed or infected skin, sites of recent surgery, or areas where a broken bone is suspected. |
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Often considered
as a branch of Ayurveda, Siddha is an ancient Indian system of medicine,
mainly practiced in the state of Tamil Nadu in south India, which is based
on herbs and roots of plants. Many plants, which are considered poisonous,
are also used in treating specific ailments. |
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Herbal processes are always recommended with the other two parts. If there is any unwanted material or any toxicity available with the other two processes, herbal processes eradicate them and act as the adjuvant drug to the major drug and minimize the severity of the concerned disease in a short period without any side effects. But at the same time, diet restrictions are also instructed according to the disease. The Siddha medicine for cancer contains metals and compounds such as Ferrous Sulphate, Mica, Magnetized Iron ore, Sulphur, Antimony, Mercury, Tin, etc. Another important ingredient is derived from a salt collected from a beach in Tamil Nadu. The siddha medicine aims at providing immunity to the body and is devoid of any side affects. Based on the reports available, as a whole, the Siddha system of medicine seems to provide a promising cure for many types of cancer. For youngsters in the early stages, blood cancer is curable with Siddha medicines. To produce more blood quickly for bone marrow transplantation, Siddha treatments have shown excellent results in short periods. Patients can avoid surgeries and, in due course, they can develop the hemoglobin level to normal. Once medication begins, tissues in the bone marrow and other parts of the body start to build up, and intoxification of any other drug is eradicated. Patients get more immunization and strength to walk and even run gradually without support. This is the major advantage with Siddha medicines to blood cancer patients. Brain tumors, poly cysts in the uterus or early stages of cancer lapses can also be treated with Siddha medicines without fear. This system predicts many medications for the above diseases without any contra-indications. Specially prepared oil applications in the body, fomentation, external pasting process and oral drugs are presented to the patient according to the symptoms of the body. Uterus poly cysts and sometimes uterus fibroid can also be treated promptly without surgery. The removal of the uterus may thus be avoided very safely. Other gynecological disorders, issueless problems etc., are also getting good response with Siddha medicines. Diet restrictions are advised to the patient for limited days only. |
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UNANI According to the principles and philosophy of Unani Medicine, disease is a natural process, its symptoms are the reactions of the body to the disease, and the chief function of the physician is to aid the natural forces of the body. Unani Medicine is basically based on Humoral theory. |
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The
Humors Pranic
healing is an ancient science and art of healing that utilizes prana (or
chi/qi/ki) or life energy and the chakras or energy centers to heal diseased
energy levels. The healing process involves the manipulation of the patient's
chakras, ki and aura. It has also been called medical qigong (ki kung
or ki healing), psychic healing, vitalic healing, therapeutic touch, laying
of the hand, magnetic healing, faith healing, and charismatic healing.
Laws of
Pranic Healing 1.
Law of Self-Recovery: 2. Law
of Life Energy: |
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