Wednesday, July 6, 2011

Alternative Breast Cancer Treatment

4 of 10 Americans use alternative treatment to address their health problems. Vitamins and healing prayers is a type of alternative medicine that is used by 6 out of 10 Americans. 

Did you know that alternative medicine can also be used to cure breast cancer?

Alternative treatment to help sufferers of breast cancer to reduce the side effects of radiation and chemotherapy.
In addition, can also reduce stress levels. Alternative treatment also makes people feel stronger and more excited, because this way they can give themselves a positive handling than just rely on doctors who deal with their health.

Most of complementary medicine and alternative included in holistic medicine. That is, how to get a healthy body and overall balance for not only obtained through the body but this treatment is more focused on the mind, emotions and spirit or spirit. Here are some types of alternative medicine that you can use: 

Acupuncture: Acupuncture is one type of good alternative treatments for cancer. A study in 2008 showed that acupuncture can cure hot flashes caused by the anti-tumor drugs. In addition, acupuncture can also prevent the patient from vomiting, pain, and fatigue. 

Precautions: Do not put a needle in the arm women with lymph node that was moved down the arm. This is because there is no risk of swelling and excess fluid. Women with weakened immune systems are at high risk of infection. 

Tai chi and qigong: Most CAM therapies are based on the idea that "bio energy" is vital there. This energy is believed to make sense and bring healing. Disease will appear if the energy is weak. 

Tai chi and qigong from China. Both are based on the transformation of bio-energy power through gentle movement, and focus on your breathing, and meditation. In China, doctors recommend qigong for cancer. Qigong is used as an adjustment to chemotherapy and radiation, as well as primary therapy for cancer is inoperable and has spread. Many hospitals in the United States offer tai chi as a complement to standard treatment. Tai chi can improve self-esteem, quality of life, and foster a comfortable feeling. 

Acts of Prevention: Because tai chi and qi gong is very soft then this may pose some risk. However, you should consult a physician before starting a new exercise program. 

Reiki: Reiki is one of energy medicine that originated in Japan. Its practitioners transform bioenergy by laying their hands on the patients body. Most women who tried reiki stated that they feel more relaxed. 

Yoga: Yoga is being investigated as a complementary treatment of breast cancer. This study shows that yoga can increase energy, vitality, and quality of life. 

Female patients with breast, especially after surgery, it should choose to do kind of like a gentle hatha yoga. This type of yoga is more focused on breathing, gentle movement and relaxation.

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