A selection of News Feeds
Here is a selection of news feeds that you may find interesting. BCWC is not the author of these articles. In fact, we may or may not agree with them. :-)
They do provide interesting reading though.
Basic Information You Should Know On Neuromuscular Therapy
Neuromuscular therapy is a highly specialized form of massage which focuses on the nervous system in order to address pain or health problems of the skeletal and muscular systems.
In order to do this properly, the practitioner of neuromuscular therapy must study biomechanics and kinesiology.
Neuromuscular therapy is a widely-recognized form of therapy and treatment, and its healing effects have been verified by extensive clinical research.
It has been around since ancient oriental times, and you can still enjoy its benefits today.
The holistic approach of neuromuscular therapy is in line with the Oriental methods of addressing pain and illness, and intended to find the cause of pain instead of simply curing symptoms.
The unique technique involved in neuromuscular therapy manipulates the body’s muscles, tendons, and connective tissues to promote balance in the nervous system.
The therapist applies pressure on these areas for up to 30 seconds each with the aid of lubrication, using their elbows, knuckles, fingertips, and sometimes with the aid of a tool called the t-bar.
During the neuromuscular therapy session, the client will usually experience increased tissue warmth, decreased pain, relaxation within the body’s connective tissues, and increased mobility, among others.
Because the neuromuscular therapy was designed to bring about comfort caused by pain in deep muscles, there is usually some level of pain or discomfort felt especially after the first session which is absolutely normal.
The sessions following are usually less painful, and the number of sessions needed until complete healing depends on severity of the situation.
Imbalance or problems in the nervous system are usually caused by stress, trauma, and injury, which in effect will make the body experience lack of equilibrium, and making it more vulnerable to pain and dysfunction.
Neuromuscular therapy is more intense than other forms of massage or touch therapy, as it is meant to treat more serious pain. It is helpful for those who are experiencing:
- Severe headaches
- Lower back pain
- Stiff back and stiff neck
- Carpal tunnel syndrome
- Numbness and tingling felt in extremities
- Athletic injuries and muscle trauma
- Chronic pain resulting from automobile injuries
Neuromuscular therapy addresses five elements which are the root causes for extreme pain:
- Ischemia, or the lack of blood supply to soft tissue around the body, causing extreme sensitivity to touch;
- Trigger points are irritated points in muscles, which causes severe pain to other parts of the body;
- Postural distortion, which is an imbalance in the muscles due to the body’s movement away from horizontal and longitudinal planes;
- Nerve compression which results in pressure applied on a nerve by a soft tissue, bone, or cartilage; and
- Biomechanical dysfunction as a result of faulty movement in the muscoskeletal system.
The benefits of neuromuscular therapy also extend beyond just simple pain relief; it has also been noted that it brings about flexibility, better posture, decreased body toxicity, improved range of motion, added energy, and improved muscle tone.
The Five Elements Or Meridians Theory Of Oriental Medicine
As the importance of healing the organism gains ground even in mainstream medicine, the holistic healing theories are being given due consideration.
And increasingly holistic healing is looking to maintain or restore balance of the body’s different elements to bolster all round well being and wellness.
As the there are the elements that make up the earth so are the elements that make up the human body, and this is the basic principle involving the meridian system of the body. This video at the Huffington Post, talks about the aim to achieve harmony and balance between the body’s elements.
According to Dr. Justin Newman doctor of oriental medicine, the five elements in the Chinese medical system are Fire, Water, Metal, Water and Wood. These elements find their representation in the five seasons as well as they do in the human body.
As these elements are interconnected with one another and support one another in nature, they do the same within the human body.
And the elements in nature support each other to form a whole, so the different organs and systems in the body support each other.
Based on this elements picture it is possible to detect where the imbalance is, or if there is a problem with control in the bodily systems that can help to define a way to cure and to heal based on realignment and rebalancing.
Chinese Traditional Treatment for acne Sufferers
If you have acne, chances are you have tried a lot of different over the counter and even prescription medications and may met with varying degrees of success.
On the other hand it may be that looking at the list of chemicals and artificial substances that make up the acne remedy, you may have been put off, preferring not to put a bunch of chemicals on your skin.
On the other hand alternative treatments such as Chinese medicine can be effective acne treatment that relies on herbs and food sources to treat the unsightly skin condition.
Firstly a practitioner will try and find out the factor responsible for the acne; whether it is heat or damp that is the cause.
In one case (heat) over exertion or over stimulation of the body could result in inflammation and hormonal imbalance could result from hostility in the body.
In the other case (damp) there could be water retention, swelling, indigestion that cause swelling and rupturing of acne. The presence of bacteria and excess sebum is related to this.
Once the cause has been isolated, appropriate treatment is provided: cooling foods, and appropriate herbal formulations may be prescribed in accordance with the root source or cause of the acne.
Natural Vitamins Supplements For A Healthier You
Due to the high mortality rate because of illnesses such as hypertension, diabetes and heart attack, people in the present opt to eat, drink and live in an organic way.
Most people already maintain a healthy living and they avoid vices like drinking alcoholic beverages, smoking cigarettes or tobacco, taking prohibited drugs, eating fatty and salty food, and food with a lot of fat.
Because of this fact, many came up with organic food and natural vitamins supplements.
Natural vitamins supplements are products that would serve as a substitute for the vitamins that we get from natural sources.
With people’s lifestyle, it is hard to get the right amount of vitamins the natural way.
You have to eat wide variety of food to be able to get the right amount of vitamins needed for you to be healthy.
Natural vitamins supplements provide us with the right amount of vitamins that we need without the hassle of eating all the sources of these vitamins. These natural vitamins supplements are gift to people who hates to eat vegetables.
Natural vitamins supplements that are present in the market 1. Vitamin C natural vitamins supplementsVitamin C is an antioxidant that is essential in protecting people against the harmful and dangerous effects of pollution.
Vitamin C helps develop our immune system so that it would be easier for one to fight against diseases. This vitamin shields against infections, helps prevent cancer, lessen cholesterol and decrease the possibility of high blood pressure.
Vitamin C natural vitamins supplements are normally taken from citrus products such as but not limited to oranges and lemons. Sources also include acerola cherry tree, rose hips and other plants that are rich in vitamin C.
2. Vitamin B natural vitamins supplements
B vitamins are vitamins that are soluble in water which play a key role in cell metabolism. They are important in maintaining healthy functions of the nervous system, skin, eyes, hair and liver.
With the help of B vitamins, the conversion of food to energy is made easy. It was proven through research that B vitamins help improve bones and aids in a healthy heart.
Vitamin B natural vitamins supplements come from various sources. Potatoes, bananas, chili peppers, beans and yeasts are just a few of these sources. Major source of this vitamin are meat and meat products.
3. Vitamin A natural vitamins supplements
Vitamin A is the one that has the nutrients for eye health. Retinol and carotene are the forms of vitamin A. This vitamin helps counteract blindness and prevent numerous types of eye disorders. This also increases the body’s immune system by increasing the white blood cells in our body.
Vitamin A natural vitamins supplements can be taken from many foods namely butter, pumpkin, egg, papaya, mango, pea, broccoli and milk.
These products are called supplements because they enhance the effects of vitamins taken from natural food sources. They are there to support our need for these vitamins because we may not get the right amount in our daily food intake.
Taking these natural vitamins supplements is your choice and make sure you make the right one.
New Perspectives on Chinese Herbal Medicine (Zhong-Yao) Research and Development
Jun 4, 2010; 0:561-56
WHO Standard Acupuncture Point Locations
Jun 1, 2010; 7:167-168
Commentary
Group Music Intervention Reduces Aggression and Improves Self-esteem in Children with Highly Aggressive Behavior: A Pilot Controlled Trial
Jun 1, 2010; 7:213-217
Original Articles - Clinical Analyses
eCAM: Neuroendocrineimmune, Electroacupuncture and Gene Expression
Jun 1, 2010; 7:149-150
A Comparison of Chinese and American Indian (Chumash) Medicine
Jun 1, 2010; 7:219-225
Original Articles - Clinical Analyses
Catalytic Therapy of Cancer with Ascorbate and Extracts of Medicinal Herbs
Jun 1, 2010; 7:203-212
Original Articles - Basic Science
Ten Years Evidence-based High-Tech Acupuncture Part 3: A Short Review of Animal Experiments
Jun 1, 2010; 7:151-155
Reviews
Body Acupuncture for Nicotine Withdrawal Symptoms: A Randomized Placebo-controlled Trial
Jun 1, 2010; 7:233-238
Original Articles - Clinical Analyses
Individual Patient Data Meta-analysis of Survival and Psychosomatic Self-regulation from Published Prospective Controlled Cohort Studies for Long-term Therapy of Breast Cancer Patients with a Mistletoe Preparation (Iscador)
Jun 1, 2010; 7:157-166
Reviews
Acupuncture Effects on Cardiac Functions Measured by Cardiac Magnetic Resonance Imaging in a Feline Model
Jun 1, 2010; 7:169-176
Original Articles - Basic Science
Genomic Analysis Highlights the Role of the JAK-STAT Signaling in the Anti-proliferative Effects of Dietary Flavonoid--'Ashwagandha' in Prostate Cancer Cells
Jun 1, 2010; 7:177-187
Original Articles - Basic Science
Anti-microbial Activity of Urine after Ingestion of Cranberry: A Pilot Study
Jun 1, 2010; 7:227-232
Original Articles - Clinical Analyses
Comfrey (Symphytum Officinale. L.) and Experimental Hepatic Carcinogenesis: A Short-term Carcinogenesis Model Study
Jun 1, 2010; 7:197-202
Original Articles - Basic Science
The Anti-hepatitis B Virus Activity of Boehmeria nivea Extract in HBV-viremia SCID Mice
Jun 1, 2010; 7:189-195
Original Articles - Basic Science
