Lecture 6.3 CIM Therapies

Which of the following CIM therapies are LIKELY effective for treating back pain?

A) Acupressure

B) Acupuncture

C) Chiropractic care

D) Reflexology

C) Chiropractic carev

True/False:

Searching for CIM/CAM therapy on the internet is relatively easy and reliable.

False

Which of the following involves cervical spine manipulation to adjust ligaments, muscles, and joints?

A) Chiropractic care

B) Acupressure

C) Acupuncture

D) Massage

E) Yoga

A) Chiropractic care

Which of the following may cause temporary light-headedness due to increased oxygen flow?

A) Chiropractic care

B) Acupressure

C) Acupuncture

D) Massage

E) Yoga

A) Chiropractic care

True/False:

Chiropractic care is usually regarded as safe if practiced by a licensed professional.

True

Chiropractic care does NOT benefit patients with _____.

Infections

True/False:

All 50 states require licensures for chiropractic care.

True

Which of the following involves stimulating specific points by applying pressure to the skin?

A) Chiropractic care

B) Acupressure

C) Acupuncture

D) Massage

E) Yoga

B) Acupressure

Which of the following can be managed by patients on their own?

A) Chiropractic care

B) Acupressure

C) Acupuncture

D) Massage

E) Yoga

B) Acupressure

* Patients can do their own pressure points

Which of the following involves muscle grouping and resolving muscle tensions that can contribute to back and neck pain?

A) Chiropractic care

B) Acupressure

C) Acupuncture

D) Massage

E) Yoga

D) Massage

Which of the following involves a personal and relaxation component to contribute to temporary relief?

A) Chiropractic care

B) Acupressure

C) Acupuncture

D) Massage

E) Yoga

D) Massage

_____ and _____ use of CIM/CAM therapies are necessary to provide pain relief.

Repeated

Frequent

Which of the following involves energy meridians that influence the flow of chi through the body?

A) Chiropractic care

B) Acupressure

C) Acupuncture

D) Massage

E) Yoga

C) Acupuncture

* Meridians are connected with different organ systems

True/False:

During acupuncture, the needle only penetrates the epidermis.

True

True/False:

Acupuncture points may not be physically close to the affected area.

True

* Can be located all over the body

Which of the following is a movement therapy that promotes maintaining flexibility and engaging in meditation?

A) Chiropractic care

B) Acupressure

C) Acupuncture

D) Massage

E) Yoga

E) Yoga

Which of the following involves specific movements and postures that target muscle groups and nerves?

A) Chiropractic care

B) Acupressure

C) Acupuncture

D) Massage

E) Yoga

E) Yoga

True/False:

Yoga can be used to treat lower back pain during pregnancy.

True

* Also used for depression, stress, and HTN

How often is it recommended to do yoga to maintain benefits?

A) Every day

B) Every other day

C) Twice a week

D) Once a week

D) Once a week

Which of the following is limited to the hands and/or feet reflex points and has not been evaluated sufficiently?

A) Reflexology

B) Meditation

C) Hydrotherapy

A) Reflexology

* Can be self-practiced

Which of the following is often connected with relaxation techniques such as prayer or passive listening?

A) Reflexology

B) Meditation

C) Hydrotherapy

B) Meditation

Which of the following is thought to reduce anxiety and stress (with little clinical evidence)?

A) Reflexology

B) Meditation

C) Hydrotherapy

B) Meditation

Which of the following is thought to elicit nerve response and relive muscle tensions through use of temperated water (with little clinical evidence)?

A) Reflexology

B) Meditation

C) Hydrotherapy

C) Hydrotherapy

* Cold, warm, or hot water