ALTERNATIVE THERAPIES
Choose from our wide selection of new and used books on Alternative
Therapies.
A keyword book search will show the variety of traditional and modern
approaches to diagnosis, healing and treatment now available.
Some Alternative Therapies, such as Acupuncture are now more accepted by
mainstream orthodox medical practitioners, but others, such as Bach
Remedies, Vitamin Supplements and Spiritual Healing are still regarded
with scepticism. Many treatments and practices are dismissed as
quackery or New Age nonsense. In earlier times leeches were used for
bloodletting, a practice now frowned upon. As with any treatment,
results are difficult to prove scientifically, the placebo effect was
identified by mainstream science decades ago but good effects cannot be
discounted.
Alternative Therapists care for the whole person rather than simply
treating an illness or a set of symptoms. A distinction is made between
curing and healing. Their aim is to relieve suffering and treat the
underlying imbalances. A relationship between patient and practitioner
is important.
BODY-MIND CONNECTION
The body mind connection is immutable. Whatever affects one affects the
other. Louise Hay's bestseller YOU CAN HEAL YOUR LIFE showed millions
how attitudes, thoughts and beliefs manifested on the physical level. We
hold or block energy in organs, muscles, glands and spine.
THE BODY IS THE BAROMETER OF THE SOUL by Australian author Annette
Noontil argues - everything we think has an effect on our bodies.
"Being in control of your health is easy when you know what thoughts you need to
change."
WIDE RANGE OF METHODS AND APPROACHES
Alternative Therapies offer a fascinating area to explore with new and
old ideas, insights and methods.
Healing energies, life force, energy meridians, chakras or power centres
are terms outside of western medicine but familiar to the ancient
traditions of both India's Ayervedic Medicine and Traditional Chinese
Medicine. The body has a powerful healing source, with almost magical
qualities, an energy force that can be brought into action to assist in
treatments or recovery.
Alternative therapies covers a wide range of different practices, some
are complete healing systems - Ayurvedic Medicine and Homeopathy.
Diagnostic techniques include: Kinesiology, Iridology, Aura Readings.
Complementary Therapies such as Reiki, Aromatherapy are used alone or
in combination with other treatments.
Self Help Measures include attention to diet, exercise, relaxation and
meditation.
A sensible approach is to embrace the best of what is available, to
find out what might suit different needs.
The client is encouraged to take an active role in their own health and
wellbeing. Does the Doctor always know best? Holistic Medicine has a
whole body approach.
The books listed for sale under Alternative Therapies Category are to
assist in the making of informed choices and to explore the options
available. Fresh ideas for on old ailments or old remedies for
persistent conditions?
The aim of Alternative Therapies is to relieve symptoms, improve health
and to stay well.
Use this link to view our entire Alternative Therapies category:
Alternative Therapies
or, use the individual links shown below for your particular area of interest.
Acupuncture
Fine needles are inserted and manipulated at energy points to stimulate energy flow.
Alexander Technique
Improve health through better posture.
Allergies
A battle in your body as it reacts to irritants.
Aromatherapy
Healing power of plant essences.
Art Therapy
Healing through self expression.
Aura Therapy
Diagnosis through reading the visible magnetism around the body as shown in Kirlian Photography.
Ayurvedic Medicine
Science of life from Ancient India.
Bach Remedies
Flower essences for many disorders.
Biochemic Tissue Salts
Mineral Supplements to balance the natural mineral salts in body cells.
Colour Therapy
Colours affect moods, specific ailments respond to rays of colour in light, food, clothing colour schemes to balance or stimulate.
Hay Diet
Food combining to avoid digestive problems.
Herbal Medicine
Healing power of herbs, medicinal plants a therapy used since earliest times.
Homeopathy
Boosting the body's healing powers.
Hypnotherapy
Seeking cures at a deeper level of consciousness.
Iridology
Iris diagnosis of hidden or underlying conditions.
Kinesiology
Muscle testing to identify allergies, underlying conditions, or energy blockages.
Massage
Power of healing touch for the whole body, muscle aches and pains accompanied by scented oils and Aromatherapy.
Meditation
A point of stillness, deeper awareness, relaxation for mind and body.
Music Therapy
Ancient approach with new insights using harmonious sounds to lift or quieten the spirit.
Naturopathy
Helping the body to heal itself.
Psychotherapy
Talk through problems to regain health.
Reiki
Healing touch to release body's energy flow.
Reflexology
Zone therapy deep massage of the feet for a beneficial effect in other parts of the body.
Shiatsu
Pressure on vital points in the body, similar to Acupuncture.
Sound Therapy
Sound vibrations to stimulate spiritual and physical well-being.
Visualisation
Picturing ideal health and wellbeing.
Vitamin Therapy
Supplement essential nutrients to boost health and prevent deficiencies.
Yoga
Ancient Indian method for gaining control of both body and mind.
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