A 30-minute massage for wellness can improve overall health and well-being. Massage treats a wide range of health conditions, including acute and chronic pain, carpal tunnel syndrome, fibromyalgia, sprains, and strains among many others. … Read More

Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine are natural and effective healing systems that have existed for thousands of years. In the last 50 years, practice of these system have spread all over the world, and the growing interest has increased the demand for more acupuncturists. With this demand have come more questions about what exactly acupuncturists do, and specifically what is a day in the life of an acupuncturist like? … Read More

A Polynesian massage therapy treatment that originated in Hawaii, lomilomi is a holistic massage therapy system traditionally practiced by the islands’ healers or kahunas. Lomilomi utilizes medicinal plants, massage, breath exercises, and meditation. Lomilomi is also known as Hawaiian temple bodywork, temple style or traditional style lomilomi massage. … Read More

Millions of people suffer from anxiety disorders that bring on symptoms of nervousness, fear, or excessive worrying. Many tend to engage in negative self-talk, always believing that the worst will happen. … Read More

While constantly increasing in popularity and use, alternative medicine can still seem like unchartered territory. And alternative medicine careers are often not immediately viewed as viable, professional ways to work in the field of health care. … Read More

Every year, people throughout the country begin their acupuncture educations, embarking on a career in this ancient, yet cutting-edge, field of alternative medicine. While the practice draws people from all walks of life, at many ages and stages, there are qualities acupuncture school students all share. … Read More

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An increasing number of people in Western countries are exploring alternative medicine as part of their medical care. In 2007, 38% of Americans 18 years or older used some form of alternative medicine. With the rise in popularity of alternative medicine has come an increase in the use of alternative medicine for cosmetic treatments, including cosmetic acupuncture and natural facial rejuvenation acupuncture. … Read More

Many people realize the yoga benefits of spiritual awareness. Yoga is used as a form of complementary and alternative medicine in treating health disorders, such as diabetes mellitus, hypertension, atherosclerosis, and neuropsychiatric disorders. … Read More

The brain’s capacity for memory, reasoning, and comprehension (cognitive function) starts to deteriorate after age 45, according to research published on bmj.com. … Read More

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Acupuncture is an ancient system of healing that predates recorded history. According to the history of acupuncture, acupuncture practice began during the Stone Age when sharp-edged tools and stones were used to puncture and drain abscesses. … Read More

In a recent survey from UCLA and the University of California, San Diego, researchers measured medical students' attitudes and beliefs about complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) and found that three-quarters of them felt conventional medicine would benefit by integrating complementary and alternative therapies. … Read More

Acupuncture as well as massage can aid in maintaining and optimizing health, whether you are seeking care for an acute or chronic condition or looking for ways to reach health goals. Acupuncture for depression has also been shown to be effective because it promotes relaxation and stress reduction. … Read More

Career changes are not uncommon. Many people reach a point in their lives when they’re ready for a new environment and new opportunities. Sometimes it’s a result of changes that have happened to them personally, and sometimes it’s the result of external factors that affect their lives. Either way, thousands of people every year discover it's time for a new career. Here are five signs you should join them. … Read More