Track Categories
The track category is the heading under which your abstract will be reviewed and later published in the conference printed matters if accepted. During the submission process, you will be asked to select one track category for your abstract.
Complementary medicine is diagnostic and therapeutic disciplines that are used together to overcome ill health and different conventional therapies. Is complementary and alternative medicine same…here is the point which describes complementary and alternative medicine together to be called CAM in which both use the same kind of remedies to treat any kind of health conditions. The difference is that alternative medicine is used instead of conventional therapy techniques. There have been many upcoming complementary and alternative therapies and many journals based on complementary and alternative medicine. Funding agencies have been supporting complementary medicine with its funds through NIH, FDA and other funding organizations.
Integrative medicine focuses on the whole person with evidence making use of all the therapeutic treatments and healthcare professionals to achieve optimal healing and health conditions.
The treatment of Integrative Medicine is the Mind, Body and Spirit treatments used in CAM Therapies. Integrative medicine is the term that is preferred by educational and governmental institutions which emphasize the CAM approaches with conventional treatments.
Schools of Integrative Medicine have huge demand according to the Integrative Medicine Report which provides an integrative medicine market in-depth analysis of the $45 billion U.S., as well as the practitioner channel supplement market of $2 billion. Funding agencies have been supporting Integrative medicine with its funds through NIH, FDA and other funding organizations.
Yoga has been originated 5000 years ago in ancient India explaining physical, mental and spiritual practices. There are many types of yoga such as hatha yoga, Raja yoga, Karma yoga, Bhakti yoga, Jnana yoga, Tantra yoga among them most well-known yoga is Hatha yoga and Raja yoga. Yoga psychotherapy is the best CAM Therapy used among Yoga Therapy. The yoga focuses on the exercises, strength, flexibility and breathing to boost physical and mental health. From the 1st half of the 1st millennium CE, the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali have gained its prominence only in the West in the 20th century. Hatha yoga has emerged around the 11th century in Tantra. The 2007 National Health Interview Survey found that yoga is one of the top 10 complementary and integrative health approaches used among U.S. adults.
Herbal medicine is the combination of all field related to the botany, Pharmacognosy, Medical research plant, botanical medicine, Ayurveda, Agriculture science, Phytochemistry, phytotherapy, medical plant research, Biotechnology, biochemistry and Unani medicine. Herbalism is the main Session of medical system which uses plant extracts as the important components for healing purpose that can be directly eaten or applied to the skin. Herbal medicine is successful to cure the skin diseases, tuberculosis, jaundice, mental disorder, cancer, AIDS, and many other infections. According to the WHO organisation, In the total world population about 60% depend on herbal medicine.
Acupuncture is a key component of Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) and treatment of alternative medicine which involves thin needles that are inserted into the body. Acupuncture techniques vary depending on the country. The method used in TCM is likely the most widespread method in the US.
Does Acupuncture work…Acupuncture is mainly used in the treatment of migraine, chronic/back pain and insomnia which are the common problems faced by people. It is most often used for pain relief, though it is also used for a wide range of other conditions. A meta-analysis of acupuncture has found that this technique for chronic low back pain was cost-effective compared to its standard care. Clean needle technique and single-use needles of acupuncture are safe when done by a perfectly trained practitioner or acupuncturist.
Traditional Chinese medicine has been built on foundation of more than 2500 years of medical practice by modern medicine for the treatment of entire wellbeing. This treatment are used widely in China and increasing its importance in Europe and North America to solve the health problems by using its wide variety of natural healing methods and techniques. Traditional Chinese medicine is based on Balance, Harmony and energy in which Qi, Yin and yang plays vital role. The practices that are followed in TCM are acupuncture, Cupping, Herbs, Meditation, Moxibustion, Tai chi. These Practices are used for the people who have lot of different symptoms with no clear cause, treat the side effects from drugs and prevent illness from carpal tunnel syndrome to lowering stress.
Unani or Yunani medicine is the term practised in Mughal India and as Muslim culture in South Asia and modern-day Central Asia in terms of Perso-Arabic traditional medicine. The term Yunani is derived from the Greek word Arabic Yunani based on the teachings of Greek physicians, Galen and Hippocrates. Signs, symptoms, laboratory features and mizaj (temperament) these are some important clinical features which are to be followed during the diagnosis. Frequently used Unani medicine is for the weight loss and diabetic treatment which are the major problems faced by people Sexually Transmitted diseases can be treated by Hamdard Unani Medicine.
Alternative medicine practices are evolved from conventional medicine are used instead of standard medical treatments. The practices that are involved in alternative medicine are homeopathy, traditional medicine, chiropractic, and acupuncture dietary supplements, megadose vitamins, herbal preparations, special teas, massage therapy, magnet therapy, and spiritual healing. Researchers often suggest that Alternative medicine and functional medicine are used together in a belief that it improves the effectiveness of the treatment. Despite it being illegal, many cancer patients use Alternative therapies for cancer treatment in most of the developed countries. Funding agencies have been supporting Alternative medicine with its funds through NIH, FDA and other funding organizations.
Ayurveda is one of the World holistic medicine of India which has been originated 3000 years ago. It is based on the theory that disease results from an imbalance of the body’s life force (prana). It aims to restore balance within the body by nature using diet, herbs, massage, yoga and therapeutic detoxification. The balance of prana is determined by the equilibrium of the 3 Ayurvedic body types (doshas): vata, pitta, and Kapha. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)regulates the dietary supplements, but the regulations for dietary supplements differ and less strict than those given for prescription.
Osteopathic manipulation is a therapeutic application of manual pressure or force to achieve maintain health and restore the normal function to the body. Soft tissue, Muscle energy, Myofascial release, osteopathy cranial manipulative medicine based on these, a practice they are 40 different technique are used by hand to apply light pressure, resistance and Stretching. These techniques can help to restore muscle and tissue balance, promote overall movement of blood flow throughout the body, relieve joint restriction and misalignment, treat structural and tissue abnormalities. Techniques are based on an ideology created by Andrew Taylor Still (1828–1917) which posits the existence of myofascial continuity – a tissue layer that connects all parts of the body. OMT can help people of all ages to treat muscle pain and other health problems such as asthma, menstrual pain, migraines, carpal tunnel syndrome, sinus disorder.
A powerful connection through which emotional, mental, social, spiritual and behavioural factors can directly affect our health is Mind-body connection. The mind-body medicine in which they use a variety of techniques to regulate physical health through a system of interdependent hormonal and immunologic connections throughout the body. Mind-Body Interventions are designed to facilitate the mind’s capacity to affect bodily functions and symptoms. Examples of Mind-body Interventions mainly include hypnosis and hypnotherapy.
Chiropractic is an alternative medicine in which chiropractors uses their hand or a small instrument to apply massage or sudden force to a spinal joint this procedure is spinal manipulation this will improve the spinal motion and body physical function.
Development of osteopathic and chiropractic medicine in North America gained popularity of Chiropractic technique in the late 19th century. Gonstead chiropractic technique is the major chiropractic technique used on the theme of spinal adjustment treatment “on hands Chiropractic manipulation is not effective for any medical condition according to the scientific evidence, except for treatment for lower back pain. Chiropractors may use exercise and other treatments as advice. Chiropractic Activation method is an instrument assisted treatment method used by chiropractors for treatment of back pain, neck pain and headaches.
Energy medicine, energy therapy, energy healing, or spiritual healing is branches of alternative medicine. Healing energy into a patient effecting the positive results are the most controversial part in pseudoscience. Hands-on, hands-off, and distant where the patient and healer in different locations are the different methods used in energy healing techniques. Many schools of energy healing exist using the main term, for example, bio field energy healing, spiritual healing, contact healing, distant healing, Qi Do, therapeutic touch, Reiki or Qigong.
Spiritual healing techniques occur largely in non-denominational and ecumenical contexts. There are many types of energy healing modalities which has been criticised as implausible, research and reviews supportive of energy medicine. These techniques have been faulted for containing methodological flaws and selection bias.
Holistic medicine deals with the mind, body and spirit in the art and science of healing that addresses the whole person. To prevent and treat diseases, holistic medicine uses conventional and alternative therapies mostly to promote optimal health. This condition of holistic health is defined by the treatment of a person dealing with the mind, body and spirit. The diagnosis and treatment of using holistic medicine are safe. There are many types of holistic medicine courses which a great demand at the best holistic medical schools and educational institutions have been. Holistic medicine focuses on patient education and participation in the healing process for gaining a proper balance in life. Funding agencies have been supporting Holistic medicine with its funds through NIH, FDA and other funding organizations.
Homeopathy is one of the alternative medicines which are the safe natural system of healing used to relieve symptoms and improve the overall metabolism. This medicine was developed more than 200 years in Germany, but it was given a scientific basis in the early 19th century. Homeopathy is the second medical treatment in the world according to WHO. About 10% of the Indian population depend on homeopathy for health care while CAM practitioners in UAE consists of 60% of Homeopaths.
Complementary therapies are used along with conventional medical treatments prescribed by the doctor. They can help people with diseases to feel better and may improve your quality of life. They may also help you to cope better with symptoms caused by the diseases or side effects caused by treatment. By mixing complementary therapies into conventional treatment plans, healthcare providers able to address the emotional, physical and spiritual needs of their patients. There are many different types of complementary therapy, including sensory, cognitive, expressive, physical, medical systems A growing number of people are turning to complementary therapies as providing a way to help, reduce side effects, manage symptoms, promote a sense of control and restore and vitality.
Naturopathic medicine is a system that is useful to heal the body by their own natural ways. It encloses many therapies including massage, herbs, acupuncture, exercise and Nutrional counselling. Food is the only medicine that is used in the naturopathy other than that no other medicaments are used. The goal is to treat the body that is spirit, body and mind. It also aims to heal the root cause of an illness and not just stop the symptoms. The naturopathic pharmaceutical had merged, and exhibit based naturopathic present day, sedate and standard, naturopathic medicines, shrewd and practices.