AMCC tells why Alternate Medical techniques are better than conventional ones

Alternative Medicine treatments existed way before the so called ‘scientific’ and conventional approach towards medicine - Allopathy came into being. But then came a time when the conventional medicine works took the world by storm. People extensively depended on the allopathy medicines and treatments without realizing the side effects. But now, they are waking up to alternate medicines as a way out.

Alternative Medicine refers to a system which bears a difference from the widely followed conventional medicine. It is in contrast with the allopathic system. Allopathy consists of an art of labeling, called ‘diagnosis’ and is held in very high esteem. Medical diagnosis simply allows a doctor to link the set of symptoms of a patient to a disease. Widely used method for this is a team differential and tests conducted on the patients to verify the presence of a disease. By doing this, doctors get a line of sight to follow. They treat the disease in order to get rid of the symptoms. This simplifies the process of treating a patient. But AMCC Calcutta reveres alternate medicine as more effective as compared to the conventional diagnostic methods.

Symptoms are the resultant of an internal pathological process. If the cause is not removed, as soon as the medication is stopped, the symptoms will re-appear. This is exactly what allopathic medicines largely do. They suppress the symptoms and present the disease as treated where as in reality; the underlying condition still remains uncured and resurfaces after a while. Holistic medicinal approach focuses on the cause of a disease and work towards eliminating that. So it isn’t like if you stop taking the medicines after a while, then the disease will reappear. Alternate Medicine techniques remove the disease from the root and do not cause dependence.

It, in fact, liberates you; by removing the causes, it sets you free from symptoms, from drugs, from disability, from suffering and from dependence on healthcare practitioners. In the conventional system, patients run around from one doctor to another, undergoing various tests, many of which are futile and wanton. As per AMCC, the patient is a whole unit encompassing body, mind and soul, and must be treated as such. Holistic system uncovers the original contributory factors to current problems including the exact cause of the condition that presents itself - and the precise way that the body chooses to benefit most from treatment. 

Alternative Medical Council Calcutta : Aroma Therapy

What is Aromatherapy?

Aromatherapy is the practice of using the natural oils extracted from flowers, bark, stems, leaves, roots or other parts of a plant to enhance psychological and physical well-being.Essential oils can also be absorbed through the skin, where they travel through the bloodstream and can promote whole-body healing.

A form of alternative medicine, aromatherapy is gaining momentum. It is used for a variety of applications, including pain relief, mood enhancement and increased cognitive function.

Essential Oils

Essential oils, or aromatherapy oils, are the fragrant essence of a plant. These highly concentrated liquid oils are the foundation of aromatherapy, which is based on the idea that the aromatic oil from a plant has healing properties. Essential oils should not be confused with perfumes or other fragrance oils. 

Application Of Essential Oils

How you apply essential, or aromatherapy, oils has an impact on their healing capabilities. Because they are so highly concentrated, it is not often recommended that you apply essential oils in their pure form directly to the skin. You will experience better results if you use small amounts of the oils diluted in water or with a carrier oil or massage lotion.

Safety With Aromatherapy Oils

Aromatherapy has many benefits, but it is imperative that safety precautions are taken when handling essential oils. While they may seem harmless (they are extracted from plants, after all), many need to be diluted before applying directly to the skin.

Massage Therapy

Massage is more than just a way to pamper yourself. Massage is a powerful tool to help you take charge of your well-being. Massage is generally considered part of complementary medicine and can help relax and energize you. It can also give you benefits in reducing stress, anxiety, headaches, fibromyalgia, insomnia, tissue strains, pain, and muscle tension. Most people can benefit from massage therapy.

• The term “massage therapy” includes many techniques, and the type of massage given usually depends on your needs and physical condition.
• Massage therapy dates back thousands of years. References to massage appear in ancient writings from China, Japan, India, and Egypt.
• Massage therapists work on muscle and other soft tissue to help you feel better.
• In Swedish massage, the therapist uses long strokes, kneading, deep circular movements, vibration, and tapping.
• Massage therapy is sometimes done using essential oils as a form of aromatherapy.

Which Massage Styles Are Best?

Different massage styles are popular at different times. Styles used in massage therapy range from long, smooth strokes to short, percussive strokes. Some massage therapists use oils and lotions; others do not. Most massage therapists have clients unclothe for a massage, but some do not. A massage can last anywhere from 5 minutes to 2 hours.

What the Science Says About the Safety and Side Effects of Massage Therapy ?

Massage therapy appears to have few risks when performed by a trained practitioner. However, massage therapists should take some precautions in people with certain health conditions.

• In some cases, pregnant women should avoid massage therapy. Talk with your health care provider before getting a massage if you are pregnant.
• People with some conditions such as bleeding disorders or low blood platelets counts should avoid having forceful and deep tissue massage.
• People who take anticoagulants (also known as blood thinners) also should avoid them. 
• Massage should not be done in any potentially weak area of the skin, such as wounds.
• Deep or intense pressure should not be used over an area where the patient has a tumor or cancer, unless approved by the patient’s health care provider.