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Manipulation therapies
Osteopathy: manipulation of muscles and joints with the aim of
improving blood flow.
Chiropractice: manipulation of spine with the aim of improving
nerve flow.
Massage: any form of rubbing, kneading or pressure.
Alternative systems
Ayurveda: ancient Indian discipline – “science of life” – based on
belief of mind-body-spirit interaction.
Traditional Chinese medicine: a holistic approach for achieving
balance and good health, using herbs, diet, massage, lifestyle and acu-
puncture – in which fine needles are inserted into the body at specified
points.
Homeopathy: treating with compounds that mimic the patient’s
symptoms, usually in highly diluted solutions.
Naturopathy: promoting natural healing with diet, herbs and sun-
light.
3. Complete the descriptions with the words below, and match
each description to a therapy.
energy, herbs, channels, pressure points, stimulate, heal, therapist,
functioning
a traditional Chinese medicine
b acupuncture
c music therapy
d cupping
e reflexology