complementary and integrative medicine health systems

OTC exam 4

what is complementary and integrative medicine

broad domain of healing philosophies, diagnostic approaches, and therapeutic interventions that are not typically considered part of the conventional western health system

what is complementary medicine

use of non-mainstream approach together with conventional medicine

what is integrative medicine

integrating nontraditional approaches into conventional medicine

what are the three categories of CIM based on the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health

natural products

mind-body practices

other complementary health approaches

what are “natural products”

herbal medicines, botanicals, minerals, vitamins, probiotics

what are “mind-body practices”

chiropractic manipulation, acupuncture, guided imagery, hypnotherapy, qigong, tai chi, yoga, massage therapy

what are “other complementary health approaches”

traditional healers, reiki, ayurveda, traditional chinese medicine, homeopathy, functional medicine, and naturopathy

what is homeopathy

distinct system of medicine with its own pharmacopeia and principles of practice

what theory is homeopathy based on

like cures like

what is homeopathy generally used for

to treat an existing illness

describe homeopathic medicine regulation

not FDA approved, just FDA regulated (FDA watches manufacturing, does not bother with safety/efficacy)

have and NDC and clear drug facts, indications, warnings, and regimens

what is the efficacy of homeopathy based on

dilution and succussion (vigorous shaking) — greater dilation, greater potency

after each attenuation, preparation is given a higher number

what is oscillococcinum

made from heart and liver of wild duck since wildfowl are a natural reservoir of flu

what is naturopathy

philosophy of life and approach to living that encourages lifestyle therapies as close to nature as possible

focuses primarily on building health instead of treating disease

natural forces used (light, heat, air, water, etc)

how many schools offer a doctor of naturopathic medicine degree

6

how many states allow doctors of naturopathic medicine to practice

17

what are the 6 principles of healing in naturopathy

healing power of nature

identify and treat the cause

first do no harm

doctor as teacher

treat the whole person

prevention

what is traditional chinese medicine

broad term to describe many modalities and traditions of healing that share a root in chinese philosophy

acupuncture, tai chi, herbal products

what is acupuncture

technique in which specific points on the body are stimulated through inserting thin needles throughout the skin — may be more effective for chronic pain

what body accredits professional acupuncture programs

accreditation commission of acupuncture and oriental medicine (ACAOM)

what is tai chi

meditative form of martial arts that is practiced to improve balance, coordination, and relaxation, and overall wellbeing — may improve balance and stability in older adults

what is chiropractic care

focuses on the relationship between spinal structure and body function mediated by the nervous system

what is the most serious adverse event related to chiropractic care

vertebral artery dissection leading to stroke

what is the goal of ayurveda

to achieve optimal health on physical, psychological, and spiritual levels

what is a principle of ayurveda

there is nothing in the world that is not a medicine or food