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Endometriosis - Alternative and Natural Treatment

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Endometriosis - Alternative and Natural Treatment

 

 

Alternative and Natural treatments for Endometriosis - how it works!

Alternative therapies and natural treatments for endometriosis are

obtaining excellent results in actively assisting the healing of

this disease for many women. There are more and more success stories

coming forward of women who have achieved partial or complete

healing of Endometriosis using natural treatments.

 

 

HOLISTIC MEDICINE

 

 

Many of the alternative and natural therapies deal with the mental,

emotional, and spiritual aspects of health, in addition to the

physical body. This is where natural treatments have a huge benefit

for women with Endometriosis - because this disease affects the

whole person, not just the body.

 

The name `Holistic Medicine' comes from the connection between mind

and body. Holistic practitioners treat the whole person as opposed

to the individual organs where symptoms occur.

Alternative medicine is made up of a rich variety of techniques and

medical systems that for the most part, are still unfamiliar to the

majority of people in the West. They are therefore, an `alternative'

to what most people are using when they need health care.

Much of what is labelled alternative medicine comes from other

cultures or from ancient healing traditions. The use of herbs as

medicine is an ancient practice found all over the world.

Acupuncture comes specifically from ancient China and has been

documented as being in use as early as 2697 B.C.

The World Health Organization estimates that between 65 and 80

percent of the worlds population rely on traditional medicine as

their primary form of health care.

 

WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN ALTERNATIVE AND CONVENTIONAL

MEDICINE?

 

Generally speaking, most high quality alternative medicine is

founded on six core principles and practices that differ from the

principles and historical practices of conventional medicine. They

are:

The healing power of nature first, and technique and technology

second

Patient centered rather than physician centered

Do no harm - many alternative medical systems are rooted in the

principle of `always use the least drastic harmful therapies first'.

This means that alternative medical providers, in general, choose

techniques and therapies which are the least invasive or harmful to

get the desired result

Results generally take longer - but this ensures long term health

and not a quick fix it

Use of natural and whole substances

Higher standard of health

The whole area of alternative medicine is becoming more main- stream

in western society as a means for people to take care of their

health, for reasons including:

the realization that, contrary to previously held beliefs,

conventional medicine (the medicine of antibiotics, surgery,

chemotherapy etc.) cannot solve all of societies health problems

the growing acceptance that health is more than just `the absence of

disease' and involves more that just the physical body

the growing body of scientific research, as well as public

awareness, that many alternative medical treatments are more

effective, more economical, and less invasive and less harmful than

conventional medical treatments

 

SO WHAT ARE THE DIFFERENT ALTERNATIVE AND NATURAL THERAPIES THAT CAN

HELP ENDOMETRIOSIS!

Acupuncture and Endometriosis

 

Acupuncture is part of Traditional and has been

practiced in China for thousands of years, but became widely known

in the West only in the 1970s, when its use as an anesthetic

received sensational press coverage. Practitioners insert fine,

sterile needles into specific points on the body as a treatment for

disorders ranging from asthma to alcohol addictions, but most often

in the West as a means of pain relief.

Acupuncturists are trained in the art of Traditional Chinese

Medicine, and will combine the use of herbs along with acupuncture

treatments.

 

In the Oriental method of gynecology, known as " fu-ke " in the

language of Traditional (TCM), one of the most

important approaches is herbal medicine. This will include the use

of many parts of plants, usually including roots, barks, flowers,

and fruits. Endometriosis, premenstrual disorders, irregular

periods, heavy bleeding, reduced fertility, hormone related

imbalances and pelvic pain, can be treated with the help of

acupuncture and herbal medicine.

Acupuncture points and herbal formulas are chosen in accordance to

the individual's TCM diagnosis and can vary from person the person.

The acupuncture points commonly used in the treatment of

endometriosis can be located on the ears, abdomen, wrists, feet,

legs, and back. Needles are usually retained for 20 to 45 minutes.

Prescribed herbal formulas vary from person to person.

The acupuncture points and herbs chosen help to facilitate the free

flow of energy through the body. Some of the points and herbs are

used to move blood, break up stagnation and stop pain. Each point

and herb selected has its own therapeutic importance in the

treatment of endometriosis depending on the TCM diagnosis of the

individual.

The treatment of endometriosis with acupuncture usually requires a

commitment of enough time to rebalance the body's systems. This will

vary from one woman to another, and will be dependant on the

severity of the disease. Please see this article on Acupuncture for

more details.

 

Chinese Herbalism and Endometriosis

Chinese Herbalism is another part of the Traditional Chinese

Medicine system. The Nei Jing (Yellow Emperor's Classic of

International Medicine), dating to c. 200B.C. - A.D. 100, is the

earliest known document to set out the principles that underlie

Traditional to this day. It emphasizes the ideals

of moderation, balance, and harmony, which are central to the

ancient Chinese philosophy of Taoism.

Traditional Chinese medicine is able to understand endometriosis

based on the different clinical manifestations, or symptoms,

associated with each individual. It is important in TCM to diagnose

the patient according to their own specific pattern. Each individual

has a pattern that marks the foundation and progression of the

disorder.

 

When determining the pattern of disease in the treatment of

endometriosis, TCM takes into account the menstrual history,

duration of the cycle, as well as pain, including the time that it

occurs, the location, and the nature and severity.

In TCM theory, there are several disease causing factors including

blood stagnation, energy stagnation and deficiency, as well as cold

and heat conditions that can lead to endometriosis. The origin of

the pattern differs according to the individual.

Other factors that are taken into consideration when determining the

pattern for endometriosis include: emotional stress, anxiety,

constitutional weakness, surgical history, exposure to cold

temperatures especially during menstruation, diet, chronic illness

or weakness, or a history of genital infections. Please see this

article on for further details.

 

 

Herbalism and Endometriosis

Herbal medicine is the treatment of disease using medicinal plants,

both internally and externally, to restore the patient back to

health. It is a system of medicine that relies on the therapeutic

qualities of plants to help the patient by enhancing the body's own

recuperative powers. It is a natural method of healing based on the

traditional usage of herbs coupled with modern scientific

developments.

Though there are those in the orthodox medical world who ignore

herbal medicine, even condemn it, the constituents of herbs have

provided the blueprint for many of the most effective and widely

known drugs used today. `Orthodox' medicine has its roots in herbal

medicine.

Orthodox medicine is based on drugs isolated from plants, or more

often manufactured in the laboratory. The herbalist advocates the

use of the whole plant as a gentler and safer way to restoring a

patient to health

For the treatment of Endometriosis, one of the first tasks in herbal

medicine is to try and re-balance the hormone levels in the body.

Then other herbs will be introduced to strengthen the immune system

so that the body can then begin to eliminate the disease. As with

other alternative treatments, using herbal medicine for

Endometriosis will involve a time commitment to achieve success. For

more information please see this article on Herbal Medicine for

further details.

 

Homeopathy and Endometriosis

Homeopathy is a therapeutic method of medicine in which very dilute

doses of natural substances (plant, animal, mineral) are

administered to a patient to treat symptoms that would be induced in

a healthy individual by ingestion of that same substance.

Homeopathy stimulates the body's own defenses to correct illness and

allow symptoms to dissipate. The minute doses of drug substances

used in homeopathy do not cause any side effects. Homeopathy can be

used for short term (acute) illnesses and long term (chronic)

illnesses.

The healing method of homeopathy looks at each patient and develops

a remedy or treatment plan strictly for him or her. It invokes the

powers of healing inherent in individuals (our Immune system) to

develop a successful therapy. The more one knows about the patient,

the symptoms, likes and dislikes, what makes them better or worse,

it helps in developing a `symptom picture' of the patient that can

lead to a successful treatment.

For the treatment of Endometriosis, homeopathy treats the individual

not the disease. A homeopath will ask many questions of the patient

to get a clear `picture' of the individual. No two women are the

same, and no two treatment programs for Endometriosis will be the

same when using homeopathy. There may be common factors which are

shared between women when they have Endometriosis, but in homeopathy

the treatment is specific to the way each woman has reacted to

Endometriosis and to other factors in her life that have led to the

disease developing in the first place. Please see this article on

Homeopathy for further details. Also read this Homeopathy article to

understand further how Homeopathy works.

 

 

Naturopathy and Endometriosis

Also known as ` Natural Medicine', naturopathy developed in the late

19th century, founded on an ancient belief in the power of the body

to heal itself. Naturopathy believe that the body's natural state is

one of equilibrium, which can be disturbed by an unhealthy

lifestyle. They look for underlying causes of a problem rather that

treating symptoms alone, combining diet and non-invasive therapies

where possible to stimulate the healing process. Naturopathy is

practiced throughout the Western world and some of its principles

have been adopted by conventional medicine.

The treatment of Endometriosis using Naturopathy is a totally

holistic approach and will include many areas of a patients life.

The endometriosis program in Naturopathy will consider diet,

lifestyle, cleansing and hormone balancing herbs, as well as herbs

for pain relief and external preparations to clear toxicity in the

abdominal area. Instructions and suggestions for gentle exercise

programs may also be included. Please read this Naturopathy article

to understand further how this treatment can help Endometriosis.

Aromatherapy and Endometriosis

Aromatherapy is a form of healing that utilizes the natural aromatic

aspect of plants - the essential oils - both for their scent and for

their inherent medicinal properties. These aromatic oils can be

found in a wide range of species and are extracted from the seeds,

bark, leaves, flowers, wood, roots or resin according to the type of

plant.

The word `aromatherapy' can be misleading, because it suggests a

type of healing which operates simply through our sense of smell.

The fragrance of essential oils is an important part of their

overall nature, but only one aspect of it.

In an aromatherapy treatment, essential oils interact with the body

in a variety of ways. When a massage oil is prepared with essential

oils and rubbed on the skin, the essential oils are quickly absorbed

through the cell tissue and into the bloodstream to be transported

throughout the body. They can then interact with the organs and

systems of the body directly.

Massage is the main method used by professional aromatherapists

because it ensures a good absorption of the essential oils and is a

very relaxing and healing experience in itself. Different essential

oils have different properties so a mixture of oils may be used in

an aromatherapy treatment.

Aromatherapy can assist many individual areas of treatment for

Endometriosis. The chemical properties of different essential oils

can aid digestion, assist with sleep problems, boost the immune

system, support the reproductive system, help rebalance the hormone

system, and many other subtle benefits.

Aromatherapy is probably better seen as a support to aid healing

used in conjunction with other alternative therapies. The healing

actions of essential oils will not be sufficient in themselves to

help heal the body of Endometriosis. Healing of Endometriosis comes

from the strength of the immune system, and the body then heals

itself. Many of the other therapies, such as homeopathy and

herbalism are much more deep rooted in their actions, whereas

Aromatherapy is much more gentle.

But as mentioned above, the known healing properties of essential

oils will help with many residual problems associated with

Endometriosis.

Scientists working in a number of different fields around the world -

doctors, professors of medicine, chemists and biologists - have

carried out laboratory tests which prove that essential oils have

the ability to prevent the proliferation of harmful bacteria. Most

essential oils have antibiotic, antiseptic, anti-viral and anti-

inflammatory properties to a greater or lesser extent.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

TO SUM UP

These are the most well known natural or alternative treatments.

There are many other alternative therapies available, but all of

them have one single aim, and that is to assist the body to heal

itself. The natural treatments which appear to be having the best

results for the treatment of Endometriosis are Acupuncture,

Homeopathy, Herbalism and Naturopathy.

Some of the therapies will be beneficial to help you deal with the

emotional aspects of Endometriosis. For example, Aromatherapy can

help with emotional issues, stress and depression. Homeopathy is

renowned for highlighting emotional issues, some of which may have

been buried for years. To choose which therapy is best for you is

down to preference of the type of treatment. For example, if you do

not like injections and needles then Acupuncture is not suitable for

you. If you are not very good at swallowing strong tasting

concoctions, then Herbalism may not be for you.

The main issue about using natural treatments for Endometriosis is

to not see them as a quick fix. Treatment will take longer, but it

will be gentler, safer, and more effective for long-term results.

If you decide to follow the path of natural treatment for

Endometriosis, then you need to find yourself a reputable, trained

practitioner who should belong to a recognized governing body for

their particular practice.

Before embarking on any course of therapy you should ask your

practitioner these questions:

What are the practitioner' s qualifications? What sort of training

was undertaken, and for how long?

For how many years has the practitioner been in practice?

Is the practitioner registered with a recognized professional

organization, and does that organization have a public directory

Does the organization have a code of practise, specifying the

professional code of conduct?

Is treatment available on referral by your doctor? Some therapies,

such as chiropractic, osteopathy and acupuncture, are becoming

accepted into mainstream medicine.

Can you claim for the treatment through your health insurance, if

you have it?

What is the cost of treatment?

How many treatments might you expect to require?

Trust and empathy are important with your practitioner, and

treatment is unlikely to succeed without it. Treatment is nearly

always conducted on a one-to-one basis, so trust is imperative.

Endometriosis is a very distressing disease and you need to know

your alternative health practitioner is aware of the disease and all

its implications.

Do not settle for second best because you are in a rush to start

treatment or the practitioner is offering cheap treatment. It is

preferable to wait until you find exactly the right person to help

you; someone you can trust and they have a good understanding of

Endometriosis.

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