Acupuncture

Originated in China over 3,000 years ago and is among the oldest and continually practiced medical systems in the world. Acupuncture works by balancing the flow of vital energy, known as Qi (pronounced "chee"), which coarses through the body along well defined channels called meridians. With the use of needles (very fine), Qi is stimulated at very specific points along the meridians. These points correspond with the function of internal organs and processes as defined by the principles of Chinese medicine. Stimulation of these points builds Qi and other vital substances in the body, and keeps them flowing freely. The improved energy and biomedical balance produced by acupuncture stimulate the body’s natural healing process.

Provides opportunities for motivational, educational, recreational, and/or therapeutic benefits to enhance quality of life. Specially trained professional, paraprofessionals, and volunteers, in association with animals that meet specific criteria deliver AAA in a variety of environments. AAA visits can include but not limited to visits to nursing homes, hospitals, and psychiatric wards. Patients may get "warm fuzzies" and interact with the animals directly. Visits may also include of the visiting animals skills and talents.

Is a goal directed intervention in which an animal that meets specific criteria is an integral part of the therapeutic process. Treatment goals are written into the patient’s treatment plan and are completed in therapy. AAT is directed and given by a human/health service professional with specialized expertise within the scope of their profession.

Is defined as a human service profession that uses art media, images, the creative process, and patient/client responses to the created products as reflections of an individual’s development, abilities, personality, interests, concerns, and conflicts. It also provides a means of expression for those who are uncommunicative. Art Therapy practice is based on knowledge of human developmental and psychological theories which are implemented if the full spectrum models of assessment and treatment including educational, psychodynamic, cognitive, transpersonal, and other therapeutic means of reconciling emotional conflicts, fostering self awareness, developing social skills, managing behavior, solving problems, reducing anxiety, aiding reality orientation, and increasing self esteem.

Joint manipulation and mobilization techniques have been part of
numerous healthcare systems including Hippocrates' School of Medicine,
traditional Chinese medicine, and the European bonesetters . In the
United States, these techniques are part of the Chiropractic
profession. Doctors of Chiropractic use "hands-on" joint manipulation
to relieve musculoskeletal pain and restore function. These
manipulations can be applied to any muscle or joint in the body. Other
Chiropractic techniques include soft tissue manipulation, trigger-point
manipulation, deep tissue massage, cranial-sacral manipulation, and the
use of exercise.

Olympic athletes find chiropractic care enhances their performance,
prevents injuries, and improves injury recovery. The athletes are
demanding chiropractic care: utilizing Doctors of Chiropractic at
training camps and having them appointed to the medical staff at the
Games. The Kentuckiana Children's Center (Louisville, Kentucky) has
offered Chiropractic care to special needs children since 1957, with the
goal to have each child reach his or her optimum potential. 

A professional relationship in which one person endeavors to help another understand and to solve his/her adjustment problems, the giving of advice, opinions, support, and instruction to direct the judgment or conduct of another.

Homeopathy is a method of medical treatment which stimulates the body's own healing processes in order to cure illnesses. It is based on the Law of Similars ( Like Cures Like). This means that a disease can be cured by a medicine that is capable of producing symptoms similar to those experienced by the patient in a healthy person. Homeopathic remedies are diluted to eliminate or minimize their toxic effects. A homeopathic remedy is normally a single substance (usually derived from
a plant, an animal, or a mineral) which is then subjected to a special procedure which brings out the medicinal properties of the original substance. There are currently about 2500 substances whose specific
effects on the body have been recorded. Examples are charcoal, salt, oyster shell, chamomile, etc.

Music therapists prescribe music to effect positive changes in the psychological, physical, cognitive, or social functioning of individuals with health or educational problems.  Music therapists assess emotional well-being, physical health, social functioning, communication abilities, and cognitive skills through musical responses; design music sessions for individuals and groups based on client needs using music improvisation, receptive music listening, song writing, lyric discussion, music and imagery, music performance, and learning through music; participate in interdisciplinary treatment planning, ongoing evaluation, and follow up.

Music therapy offers benefits to anyone who suffers from mental health needs, developmental and learning disabilities, Alzheimer's disease and other aging related conditions, substance abuse problems, brain
injuries, physical disabilities, and acute and chronic pain.

Reference: American Music Therapy Association, Inc.8455 Colesville Road, Suite
1000Silver Spring, Maryland 20910, USAPhone: (301) 589-3300Fax: (301) 589-5175
E-mail: info@musictherapy.org

NDs are trained to be primary care physicians, some NDs choose to emphasize particular treatment methods and others may concentrate on particular medical fields such as pediatrics, gynecology, allergies, arthritis, etc. Even though it has it’s own therapeutic specialties, naturopathic medicine incorporates the natural therapies of many healing traditions. What makes a therapy part of the naturopathic scope of practice is the way it is applied, i.e., on the basis of the six naturopathic principles of healing. Naturopathic practice also includes the use of any medical substances that contain elements that are components of bodily tissues or can be employed by the body for the maintenance of life and the repair if tissues as well as all methods of diagnostic testing and imaging, including x-ray and ultrasound.

Occupational therapy is a health and rehabilitation profession that helps people regain, develop, and build skills that are important for independent functioning, health, well-being, security, and happiness. Occupational therapists work with people of al ages who because of illness, injury, or developmental or psychological impairment, need specialized assistance in learning skills to enable them to lead independent, productive, satisfying lives.

Also called Physiatry, or Rehabilitation Medicine, is concerned with the treatment of chronic disabilities and with the restoration of normal functioning to the disabled through physical modes of treatment, such as exercise. This specialized medical service is generally aimed at rehabilitating persons disabled by pain or ailments affecting motor functions of the body.

Means to join or yoke together dates back more than 5,000 years. It is a form of mind/body medicine that seeks to promote overall wellness by exploiting the relationship between our mind and bodies. The exercises of Hatha Yoga, the most familiar of the many types of Yoga, is composed of movements and postures plus breathing techniques that put pressure on the glandular systems of the body, thereby its efficiency and total health. Yoga may combat emotional problems such as depression or anxiety and improve physical conditions including muscle tone and flexibility and mental state promoting clarity and relaxation.