Abstract: . . .  techniques to alleviate pain, restore function, and promote health and well-being. Qi gong (“chee-GUNG”) is a component of traditional Chinese medicine that combines movement, meditation, and regulation of breathing to enhance the flow of qi (an ancient term given to what is believed to be vital energy) in the body, improve blood circulation, and enhance immune function. Reiki (“RAY-kee”) is a Japanese word representing Universal Life Energy. Reiki is based on the belief that when spiritual energy is channeled through a Reiki practitioner, . . .
. . .  electromagnetic fields, such as pulsed fields, magnetic fields, or alternating-current or direct-current fields. What is NCCAM’s role in the field of CAM? NCCAM is the Federal Government’s lead agency for scientific research on CAM. NCCAM is dedicated to exploring complementary and alternative healing practices in the context of rigorous science, training CAM researchers, and disseminating authoritative information to the public and professionals. Definitions Acupuncture (“AK-yoo-pungk-cher”) is a method of healing developed . . .
. . .  provider. We encourage you to discuss any decisions about treatment or care with your health care provider. The mention of any product, service, or therapy in this information is not an endorsement by NCCAM. National Institutes of Health ??? U.S. Department of Health and Human Services D156  . . .
. . .  concentrated doses would actually cause those symptoms. Massage (“muh-SAHJ”) therapists manipulate muscle and connective tissue to enhance function of those tissues and promote relaxation and well-being. Naturopathic (“nay-chur-o-PATH-ic”) medicine , or naturopathy, is a CAM alternative medical system. Naturopathic medicine proposes that there is a healing power in the body that establishes, maintains, and restores health. Practitioners work with the patient with a goal of supporting this power, through treatments such as nutrition and . . .
. . .  on the premise that it is the healing force of the therapist that affects the patient’s recovery; healing is promoted when the body’s energies are in balance; and, by passing their hands over the patient, healers can identify energy imbalances. Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) is the current name for an ancient system of health care from China. TCM is based on a concept of balanced qi (pronounced “chee”), or vital energy, that is believed to flow throughout the body. Qi is proposed to regulate a person’s spiritual, emotional, . . .
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