Candida Albicans is a parasitic yeast that is present in all of us, but in most people it does no noticeable harm. This book provides a comprehensive and non-drug programme for its control.
Directed primarily to the health professional, this book covers all aspects of amino acid therapy and discusses conditions that respond particularly well to this treatment.
In "Fibromyalgia Syndrome" - a practitioner's guide to treatment - Leon Chaitow and his contributors provide a comprehensive overview of this epidemiologically significant condition and describe the most effective multidisciplinary approaches to treatment. Fibromyalgia Syndrome (FMS) was recognised as a syndrome by the WHO in 1990. Sufferers from ...
This is a comprehensive textbook covering all methods of spontaneous release by positioning. The background theory is explained and the techniques described in detail. The descriptions of the techniques are supplemented in the text by clear 2-colour line drawings and photographs and the CD-ROM provides additional explanation through the use of ...
As techniques of physiotherapy have evolved and distinctions between methodologies have blurred, greater emphasis has been placed on Soft-Tissue Manipulation. Dr. Chaitow provides practitioners and students with up-to-date and complete information on the varieties of diagnostic and therapeutic techniques. Revised and expanded, this is a complete ...
This book describes the basis and practice of MET ie those manipulative techniques in which a patient, on request, actively uses his or her muscles from a controlled position in a specific direction against a distinct counterforce applied by the practitioner. This is now a widely recognised approach to the treatment of musculoskeletal dysfunction. ...
This book is a well-illustrated clinical introduction to cranial manipulation techniques that takes the reader through the underlying concepts and examines the techniques themselves. As these techniques become increasingly known and in demand, this is the first book that clearly and practically explains them to manual therapy practitioners. An ...
Antibiotics have been one of the most succesful inventions of modern medicine - saving many millions of lives around the world. However, antibiotics aren't the trouble free pill for all ills we once thought. Over exposure to antibiotics through over prescription and also from the food chain means our immune systems are often "lazy". Antibiotic ...
For the millions who suffer frequent or chronic pain, finding effective, long-term relief can be a challenge. "Conquer Pain-The Natural Way" offers straightforward information on the best pain relief methods traditional and complementary medicine have to offer, as well as over 25 exercises to help ease discomfort, all presented with soothing ...
Functional breathing pattern disorders (BPD - the extreme of which is hyperventilation) disturb the biochemistry of the body, often leading to respiratory alkalosis. They are extremely common, mainly affecting women and frequently go unrecognized by clinicians. Research shows that BPDs can be responsible for causing, or helping to maintain, a vast ...
This series of self-help guides contain natural, safe and effective treatments for a wide range of health problems. High blood pressure -- hypertension -- is one of the most common and serious of all health conditons. This accessible self-help guide clearly explains the background and causes of high blood pressure and describes ways to restore ...
The book discusses theories and physiology relevant to the manual treatment of chronic pain, especially as it regards the soft tissues of the upper body. Step-by-step protocols that address each muscle of a region and a regional approach to treatment are features that make this book unique. A structural review of each region, including ligaments ...
This book is a practical and readable guide to the integration of complementary therapies into mainstream primary care. Based on the successful experiences of the authors' clinical setting, it offers clinicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals a realistic routemap of the key issues, as well as practical ways in which to ensure close ...
A practical guide to this increasingly common chronic fatigue disorder. Sufferers of fibromyalgia (formerly called fibrositis) experience widespread muscle pain and other associated symptoms which may include disturbed sleep, bowel disorders, headaches, anxiety, chronic fatigue and PMS. This book clearly explains what fibromyalgia is and how it ...
"A Massage Therapist's Guide to Lower Back and Pelvic Pain" describes in detail the background to the evolution of 'non-specific' backache as well as the assessment and treatment methods ideal for use in combination with massage therapy, deriving from physical therapy, osteopathic, and chiropractic sources. The book describes these methods ...
There is no common root cause of skin-problems -- they can arise from nutritional deficiency. from allergic reactions or from stress. This clear, practical guide shows you how to pin-point the causes and how to tackle them with drug-free, natural self-help methods. Includes important advice about treating eczema, psoriasis and acne.
This title offers a collection of tried and tested, effective and safe techniques and exercises for relaxing muscles in spasm and easing associated muscular pain. All the exercises included can be done at home without assistance from anyone else. All are suitable for inclusion in a management programme under the direction of any therapist involved ...
"Naturopathic Physical Medicine" provides a philosophical naturopathic perspective, as well as practical clinical applications, for manual and physical approaches to health care. A wide range of bodywork and movement approaches and modalities are evaluated in relation to their ability to be appropriately used in naturopathic treatment and ...
This guide examines the causes of osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis, and outlines an effective self-help programme based on natural treatments. It explains: the role diet plays in relieving symptons; effective herbal remedies; the benefits of exercises, hydrotherapy and massage.
Like the popular previous Edition, the new Edition of Palpation Skills has been designed and developed to help the reader to understand and acquire the palpatory skills which are the foundation of all effective manual therapy assessments and treatments. Subtle and sensitivity of touch and the accurate interpretation of palpatory tests are required ...
Recent research has led scientists to conclude that fasting is likely to extend your life with its effect on heart and body systems. This guide introduces the basic principles.
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