Do you believe in Alternative Therapies?

Rhonda SG

I'm just wondering how many of you have tried alternative therapies. I'm referring to stuff like Acupuncture, TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine), Homeopathy (Western Herbal Medication), Aromatherapy, etc.

I used to be a tad sceptical about the efficacy of alternative therapies as a whole until acupuncture and TCM brought me relief from health issues that Western-trained docs couldn't solve. I found that with Western meds, you'll be given medication for a symptom to relief the symptom but it doesn't really solve the issue, then you'll be given another meds to deal with the side effects of the first meds and so on and so forth until you end up taking multiple meds, something that's termed 'Polypharmacy'.

Now that I'm in Australia, there are Naturopaths here and many more avenues of alternative therapies available, from the more accredited and long-established practices (Homeopathy, Bach's Flower Remedies) to the seemingly bizzare ones (like Crystal Healing, Meditation, etc).

Curiosity got the better of me and when I returned from Singapore feeling giddy and nauseous and generally 'out of whack', I decided to try a few of the therapies out of desperation. Namely, I tried Aromatherapy (burning essential oils in an electric vapouriser) and Bach's Flower Remedies, which have so far worked for me. Very Happy

So, let's just discuss with an open mind - what have you tried, what have you heard from friends / relatives who have tried any of the therapies, and what would you recommend, etc.

Wanda SG

I personally have tried TCM (oral medication / herbs, tui nai / massages, acupuncture) and it's worked for me. I used to have (adult-onset) chronic sensitive nose which caused my nose to water and gave me a constant dry cough for many months. The western-trained docs thought I have sinus, or asthma Rolling Eyes , but none of their medication could cure it. Finally, it was TCM that cure it, and now I take lingzhi as a supplement to strengthen the body / organs, so it's no longer a problem.

If not for these traditional therapies, I think my brother who's had many injuries to his leg/ankle from playing football in his teens would have chronic pains by now.

the Bear SG

yes.. i believe in medicating myself with copious amounts of Guinness and lamb chops...

i feel a heck of a lot better immediate Twisted Evil

and after about 5 or 6 pints of Guinness, i don't really care about whatever ailment which is plaguing me anymore

however, no one, and i mean no one will accept this alternative therapy Crying or Very sad

Laughing

elindra SG

For me it's TMC and the Indian Ayurveda and Indonesian Jamu Laughing
These has basically helped me in alot areas which Western medicine did not

alwaysdisturbed SG

i think its good to have it every now and then.
think it really helps. but not to a significant extend.

kensongs SG

I used to find chinese herbal tea (those that are specially made and costs $5 per cup) extremely effective for sore throat, curing it in a matter of hours. But I read reports that these chinese herbs contain high doses of steriods (which reduce inflammation of the throat) and may cause serious side effects eg leg swelling and high blood pressure.

av98m SG

I have tried many alternative therapies and haven been very happy with the results. Here are some examples:

Guinness Therapy - good for minor illnesses, depression, fatigue and overall sianess

Gluttony Therapy - good for depression and overall sianess. can also be specifically applied to treat minor ailments and nutritional deficiencies

Retail Therapy - also good for depression and overall sianess. however, this only works if you're not spending on credit!!!

Sleep Therapy - great for overcoming exhaustion, sianess, and inability to concentrate. Minimum sleep duration is 10 hours.

Nua Therapy - similar to sleep therapy in benefits and execution, except that you are actually awake some of the time.

Laughing

tare SG

Guinness Therapy - good for minor illnesses, depression, fatigue and overall sianess
--> we are scheduled for our next therapy session end of next mth Mr. Green

Gluttony Therapy - good for depression and overall sianess. can also be specifically applied to treat minor ailments and nutritional deficiencies
--> scheduled end of tis mth

Retail Therapy - also good for depression and overall sianess. however, this only works if you're not spending on credit!!!
--> to be scheduled end of tis mth/early next mth [aka when pay day]

Sleep Therapy - great for overcoming exhaustion, sianess, and inability to concentrate. Minimum sleep duration is 10 hours.
--> 10 hrs is NOT enuff Laughing

Nua Therapy - similar to sleep therapy in benefits and execution, except that you are actually awake some of the time.
--> i need more dvds frm u to nua infrnt of the tv Mr. Green

<Precious> SG

Why not?
I've personally tried accupuncture for a very badly-sprained ankle. Western doctors will just have it bandaged up and prescribe rest, nothing more. On top of bandagind, I went for accupuncture and I healed in double quick time! Very Happy

A word of caution though: In western countries, accupuncture practitioners are mostly fakes! I've seen many foreign newspapers advertising for accupuncture physicians that require NO qualifications nor experience whatsoever! Rolling Eyes

euc SG

I saw on oprah acupunture works really well.

But what I am interested in would be hypnotheraphy. The wonders of the human mind.

elindra SG

AV just listed the best therapies!!!

the Bear SG

i need lots of Guinness Therapy about now Neutral

Wanda SG

*pat pat* Confused

Lin Yu SG

Laughing

av98m SG

Laughing v

jetta SG

Laughing

MooKu SG

Hmmm.. so do you know of any good hypnotherapists in Singapore?

Arapahoe SG

alternative terapies work to a certain extend it doesn't cover all aspect of illness. Use your common sense.

i know this guy suffer from spinal stenosis he treated with alternative therapies for 1 months with no effect end up going to surgery.

so use your brain and common sense. that is your best approach to treatment. Laughing