Traditional medicine, or alternative therapies, is gaining all care for their rich history and multitude of benefits.

They are also known as complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) and should be discussed with the doctor before use. They can be suggested by the doctor or by a specialist in a given type of treatment. In this article, we will look at the different types of alternative therapies:

• Acupuncture

It is developed in China and stimulates the specific point on the body through an array of energy force. If this array of procedures is blocked, then the human body is ill. Currently, it is being used by millions each year. The most popular variety of acupuncture consists of penetrating the human skin with fine thin needles which are controlled either electrical stimulation or the practitioner. According to Epidemiology International Journal, acupuncture reduces chronic pain and depressions.

• Acupressure

It’s similar to acupuncture, but no needles are involved. Practitioners apply firm or light pressure to the specific points on the body using their hands, elbows, or feet. Through applying the pressure, the blockages on the human body are relieved; hence, the energy can flow freely again, thus restoring the wellness. Acupressure help reduce anxiety for people who have scheduled for surgery.

• Aromatherapy

It uses essential oils extracted from plants roots, seeds, and leaves to enhance healing. The oil can be taken through inhaling, taken by mouth or massaged into the skin. Aromatherapy can be used to relieve pains such as headache, infections, inflammations, anxiety, and stress.

• Ayurveda / Ayurvedic medicine
• To promote wellness, practitioners use different techniques such as massage and herbs. It originated in India and has a wide variety of treatments for many years. The practitioners suggest the appropriate diet and meditation after an exam.

• Chiropractic

This involves physical realignments and “adjustments “of body structures such as joints, necks, knees, arms, head and shoulders. This is very helpful for people with pains on their body structures. The main purpose of the realignments is to restore mobility hence relieving the pain.

• Homeopathy

It is based on the principle that taking highly diluted plant based medicines can help the body heal itself. It functions almost like a vaccine.