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- Feldenkrais Method
š Feldenkrais Method Safe with pregnancy This the practitioner use of gentle movements and directed attention to improve body flexibility and help people learn new ways of living the life they want. It helps individuals to connect their inner awareness to their body movement, and to enhance emotional expression and problem-solving capabilities Caution It is generally safe It does not treat any ailments, but teaches methods of coping Therapy for: Improve body movement Improve general wellbeing Autism management Multiple Sclerosis Post-Injury Improved psychological wellbeing Improved attention and concentration Improved posture, coordination and balance Improves ease of body function Easier and fuller breathing Stroke rehabilitation Comments It is not supported by any scientific evidence It is sometimes refered to as Awareness Through Movement (ATM) Read more on Feldenkrais Method > http://www.feldenkrais.co.uk/index.php, https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4408630/, https://feldenkrais.com/ Safe with pregnancy Pregnancy use with caution Safe with diabetes Diabetes use with caution Safe with children Children use with caution Pregnancy unknown Diabetes unknown Children unknown Submit Your content has been submitted An error occurred. Try again later Edit Intervention Safe with diabetes Safe with children Most Searched Interventions Pet Therapy (Animal Assisted Therapy) This is the involvement of animals as a form of treatment to improve social, emotional, physical and mental wellbeing Faith Healing This is the practice of prayers and hand gestures in a belief that healing can occur as a result. Faith is usually (but not always) part of a religious practice. It can be exercised individually or through a collective of similarly inclined people Ginger The consumption of ginger-based products to improve health. It is both healthy and delicious, and it has been a part of the human diet for generations Cannabidiol. CBD Oil Extract oil from the Cannabis plant. It may be smoked, vaped, sprayed into the cheeks or placed in the mouth. It is used as an agent to promote wellbeing
- Rosen Method Bodywork
š Rosen Method Bodywork Safe with pregnancy This is the belief that past painful experiences, when unresolved, are accumulated in the muscles as tension. Rosen uses the power of touch and breathing to explore these concealed pain, and to release the muscle tension. This release is thought to allow the psyche to heal, and to promote the wellbeing of the individual Caution Its claims do not align with scientific teachings The practice itself does not appear to be injurious It does not treat diseases; discuss your health concerns with a healthcare giver Re-telling trauma stories may aggravate some delicate emotional states Avoid in: Serious Psychiatric conditions Suicidal ideations Drug or alcohol addiction Acute pain Therapy for: Muscle Tension Stress management Improved interpersonal relationships Self-confidence Spiritual enhancement Personal growth Improved immunity Migraines Anxiety and depression Eating disorders Life transitions Recovering from trauma Comments Developed by Marion Rosen Although it is a touch therapy, it is different from a massage It is not psychotherapy but subconscious materials explored during sessions can be used to optimise psychotherapy sessions Read more on Rosen Method Bodywork > https://www.rosenmethod.co.uk/the-rosen-method/what-is-rosen/ Safe with pregnancy Pregnancy use with caution Safe with diabetes Diabetes use with caution Safe with children Children use with caution Pregnancy unknown Diabetes unknown Children unknown Submit Your content has been submitted An error occurred. Try again later Edit Intervention Safe with diabetes Unsafe with children Most Searched Interventions Pet Therapy (Animal Assisted Therapy) This is the involvement of animals as a form of treatment to improve social, emotional, physical and mental wellbeing Faith Healing This is the practice of prayers and hand gestures in a belief that healing can occur as a result. Faith is usually (but not always) part of a religious practice. It can be exercised individually or through a collective of similarly inclined people Ginger The consumption of ginger-based products to improve health. It is both healthy and delicious, and it has been a part of the human diet for generations Cannabidiol. CBD Oil Extract oil from the Cannabis plant. It may be smoked, vaped, sprayed into the cheeks or placed in the mouth. It is used as an agent to promote wellbeing
- Frequency Healing
š Frequency Healing Safe with pregnancy The practice of restoring balance to the body with the use of sound frequencies. It is used for healing, resilience or attaining a higher state. It can be used by itself or in conjunction with other therapy modalities Caution Prolonged exposure to some frequencies may result in: Headaches Nausea Irritability Loud sounds may lead to: Temporary hearing loss Tinnitus (Constant ringing in the ears) Damage to the inner ear Therapy for: Stress management Mood stabilisation Improved sleep Anxiety Depression Autism PTSD Dementia Relieve Pain Eliminates Fear Wipes out negativity Connect to higher self Comments Examples of Healing Frequency sources include: Chinese Gong (Gong Baths) Tibetan singing bowls African Drumming therapy Chanting Solfeggio frequencies Tuning Fork therapies Read more on Frequency Healing > https://www.relaxmelodies.com/blog/science-behind-solfeggio-frequencies/#:~:text=This%20frequency%20fills%20the%20mind,exercise%2C%20meditation%2C%20or%20sleep.&text=Even%20though%20the%20science%20on,heal%20and%20repair%20the%20body. Safe with pregnancy Pregnancy use with caution Safe with diabetes Diabetes use with caution Safe with children Children use with caution Pregnancy unknown Diabetes unknown Children unknown Submit Your content has been submitted An error occurred. Try again later Edit Intervention Safe with diabetes Children: Use with caution Most Searched Interventions Pet Therapy (Animal Assisted Therapy) This is the involvement of animals as a form of treatment to improve social, emotional, physical and mental wellbeing Faith Healing This is the practice of prayers and hand gestures in a belief that healing can occur as a result. Faith is usually (but not always) part of a religious practice. It can be exercised individually or through a collective of similarly inclined people Ginger The consumption of ginger-based products to improve health. It is both healthy and delicious, and it has been a part of the human diet for generations Cannabidiol. CBD Oil Extract oil from the Cannabis plant. It may be smoked, vaped, sprayed into the cheeks or placed in the mouth. It is used as an agent to promote wellbeing
- Masturbation
š Masturbation Safe with pregnancy This is the act of sexually arousing yourself by touching your genitals. It is a natural form of sexual experience that can be performed irrespective of gender or sexual orientation Caution It is very safe Vigorous or prolonged masturbation may lead to a painful and swollen penis or clitoris Indiscriminate masturbation may be a sign of sex addiction There is an STI (sexually transmitted infection) risk with mutual masturbation Therapy for: It allows you to: Have a sexual experience alone or in private Learn about your sexual habits Learn to achieve or control your orgasm Have non-penetrative sex with your partner Fulfil your sexual fantasies in your comfort and privacy Reduce your sexual drive before particular events e.g dates Use it as part of foreplay or to enhance the sex act Comments There are no right or wrong methods Men generally rub on the penis whilst women rub on their clitoris There is no exposure to STIs if practiced alone It does not cause blindness or insanity as sometimes stated It does not affect sperm count You should maintain good hygiene during and after practice Read more on Masturbation > https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/sexual-health/masturbation-faqs/ Safe with pregnancy Pregnancy use with caution Safe with diabetes Diabetes use with caution Safe with children Children use with caution Pregnancy unknown Diabetes unknown Children unknown Submit Your content has been submitted An error occurred. Try again later Edit Intervention Safe with diabetes Unsafe with children Most Searched Interventions Pet Therapy (Animal Assisted Therapy) This is the involvement of animals as a form of treatment to improve social, emotional, physical and mental wellbeing Faith Healing This is the practice of prayers and hand gestures in a belief that healing can occur as a result. Faith is usually (but not always) part of a religious practice. It can be exercised individually or through a collective of similarly inclined people Ginger The consumption of ginger-based products to improve health. It is both healthy and delicious, and it has been a part of the human diet for generations Cannabidiol. CBD Oil Extract oil from the Cannabis plant. It may be smoked, vaped, sprayed into the cheeks or placed in the mouth. It is used as an agent to promote wellbeing
- Trauma-sensitive yoga
š Trauma-sensitive yoga Safe with pregnancy This is the use of an adapted yoga method as a therapy for psychological trauma. It is a 'hands-off' therapy that helps people with previous trauma to improve their mind-body connection, and to have control over their own mind. This is believed to help in the achievement of a well rounded healing of body and mind Caution It is safe Discuss your concerns with a healthcare giver; do not rely on yoga alone as treatment for serious issues Therapy for: Psychological trauma Post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) Improve the sense of self Improve self-esteem Empowerment Previous experience of violence: - Domestic - Interpersonal Comments It has similarities with postural yoga The individual is given independence during the session and the therapist does not use any physical hands-on adjustment to influence the individual's body form It does not treat conditions but it may be useful to use alongside other methods of recognised treatment options There is no strong scientific evidence to back its claims Read more on Trauma-sensitive yoga > https://upliftconnect.com/power-of-trauma-sensitive-yoga/ Safe with pregnancy Pregnancy use with caution Safe with diabetes Diabetes use with caution Safe with children Children use with caution Pregnancy unknown Diabetes unknown Children unknown Submit Your content has been submitted An error occurred. Try again later Edit Intervention Safe with diabetes Safe with children Most Searched Interventions Pet Therapy (Animal Assisted Therapy) This is the involvement of animals as a form of treatment to improve social, emotional, physical and mental wellbeing Faith Healing This is the practice of prayers and hand gestures in a belief that healing can occur as a result. Faith is usually (but not always) part of a religious practice. It can be exercised individually or through a collective of similarly inclined people Ginger The consumption of ginger-based products to improve health. It is both healthy and delicious, and it has been a part of the human diet for generations Cannabidiol. CBD Oil Extract oil from the Cannabis plant. It may be smoked, vaped, sprayed into the cheeks or placed in the mouth. It is used as an agent to promote wellbeing
- Seitai Therapy
š Seitai Therapy Safe with pregnancy This is therapy that works to restore the body shape into what it should optimally be. By massaging the muscles into their most appropriate positions (as determined by the practitioner), it is believed that the body's healing power is maximised, and therefore the body starts to heal itself of other ailments Caution The use of Seitai as a sole therapy is unlikely to be adequate for significant health issues Discuss your health concerns with your healthcare giver The process may be painful or uncomfortable Therapy for: Sports injuries Muscle aches Joint stiffness Headaches Migraines Back pain Relaxation General wellbeing Comments Developed by Kiyoshi Kato It combines elements of shiatsu and manipulation techniques The practitioner uses their thumbs, fingers and elbows to stimulate the body's acupressure points Read more on Seitai Therapy > https://www.acuseitai.com/treatment-modalities/seitai-shiatsu.html Safe with pregnancy Pregnancy use with caution Safe with diabetes Diabetes use with caution Safe with children Children use with caution Pregnancy unknown Diabetes unknown Children unknown Submit Your content has been submitted An error occurred. Try again later Edit Intervention Safe with diabetes Safe with children Most Searched Interventions Pet Therapy (Animal Assisted Therapy) This is the involvement of animals as a form of treatment to improve social, emotional, physical and mental wellbeing Faith Healing This is the practice of prayers and hand gestures in a belief that healing can occur as a result. Faith is usually (but not always) part of a religious practice. It can be exercised individually or through a collective of similarly inclined people Ginger The consumption of ginger-based products to improve health. It is both healthy and delicious, and it has been a part of the human diet for generations Cannabidiol. CBD Oil Extract oil from the Cannabis plant. It may be smoked, vaped, sprayed into the cheeks or placed in the mouth. It is used as an agent to promote wellbeing
- Spiritual Healing
š Spiritual Healing Safe with pregnancy This is the use of dedicated sessions with a āhealer who transfers energyā into the individual in order to regain a balance of mind, body and emotions. It is as old as the human and it continues to thrive in situations where orthodox care has not been enough to cure, or where it is not optimally available Caution It is generally a safe practice It must not be relied upon to cure diseases Therapy for: People who feel ālow in energyā Long term mental health conditions - Depression - Bipolar states - CFS; Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Long term physical health conditions - Backache - Arthritis Cancer supportive care Comments It is not linked to any particular religion, and it is not Faith Healing āSpiritusā denotes āBreath of Lifeā A number of doctors refer patients to Spiritual Healers Read more on Spiritual Healing > https://www.rcpsych.ac.uk/pdf/Su%20Mason%20Spiritu al%20Healing%20in%20Modern%20Healthcare.x.pdf Safe with pregnancy Pregnancy use with caution Safe with diabetes Diabetes use with caution Safe with children Children use with caution Pregnancy unknown Diabetes unknown Children unknown Submit Your content has been submitted An error occurred. Try again later Edit Intervention Safe with diabetes Safe with children Most Searched Interventions Pet Therapy (Animal Assisted Therapy) This is the involvement of animals as a form of treatment to improve social, emotional, physical and mental wellbeing Faith Healing This is the practice of prayers and hand gestures in a belief that healing can occur as a result. Faith is usually (but not always) part of a religious practice. It can be exercised individually or through a collective of similarly inclined people Ginger The consumption of ginger-based products to improve health. It is both healthy and delicious, and it has been a part of the human diet for generations Cannabidiol. CBD Oil Extract oil from the Cannabis plant. It may be smoked, vaped, sprayed into the cheeks or placed in the mouth. It is used as an agent to promote wellbeing
- Orthomolecular Medicine
š Orthomolecular Medicine Unsafe with pregnancy This is the administration of large doses of vitamins, minerals and other natural substances to a person. The doses are said to be calculated to the exact needs of the individual. Personal needs are claimed to be determined through tests like hair analysis. The aim is to prevent diseases and promote health Caution High doses of vitamins are harmful to the body These tests carried out by practitioners have no strong scientific basis Although vitamins are essential to good health, the doses advocated by practitioners are generally regarded to be too high It is quite expensive Therapy for: AIDS supportive care Other decreased immunity states Chronic illnesses Comments The necessary requirements for minerals and vitamins are available in a well balanced diet Although nutritional supplements are helpful towards recovery from illnesses, the body needs more than nutritional supplements in times of ailments Discuss your health concerns with your healthcare giver Read more on Orthomolecular Medicine > http://www.orthomolecular.org/, https://goodthinkingsociety.org/projects/good-thinking-about/good-thinking-about-orthomolecular-medicine/ Safe with pregnancy Pregnancy use with caution Safe with diabetes Diabetes use with caution Safe with children Children use with caution Pregnancy unknown Diabetes unknown Children unknown Submit Your content has been submitted An error occurred. Try again later Edit Intervention Diabetes: Use with caution Unsafe with children Most Searched Interventions Pet Therapy (Animal Assisted Therapy) This is the involvement of animals as a form of treatment to improve social, emotional, physical and mental wellbeing Faith Healing This is the practice of prayers and hand gestures in a belief that healing can occur as a result. Faith is usually (but not always) part of a religious practice. It can be exercised individually or through a collective of similarly inclined people Ginger The consumption of ginger-based products to improve health. It is both healthy and delicious, and it has been a part of the human diet for generations Cannabidiol. CBD Oil Extract oil from the Cannabis plant. It may be smoked, vaped, sprayed into the cheeks or placed in the mouth. It is used as an agent to promote wellbeing
- Foot baths (Foot Spas)
š Foot baths (Foot Spas) Pregnancy: Use with caution This is the immersion of both feet in a liquid medium for a period of time. Epsom salt, apple cider vinegar or other herbs may be added to the solution. They are available in health spas or as home-use versions Caution Hot liquid may damage the skin of the foot Sitting down for long periods without the legs actively moving may lead to clots in the leg Therapy for: Relaxation Improving heart wellbeing Mood booster Foot cleansing Removing toxins from the body Treat foot pain Comments The skin plays a significant role in excreting waste, and the principles of foot baths may perhaps be based on this evidence There is no scientific evidence that foot baths actually improve or increase excretion of toxins through the skin Other unsupported claims include: balancing the body's pH and improving immunity When Jesus washed the feet of the disciples (Gospel of John: 13), it seems to have ben out of a symbolic teaching about humility, and not about detoxification Discuss your symptoms with a doctor or other healthcare giver Read more on Foot baths (Foot Spas) > https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/323116 Safe with pregnancy Pregnancy use with caution Safe with diabetes Diabetes use with caution Safe with children Children use with caution Pregnancy unknown Diabetes unknown Children unknown Submit Your content has been submitted An error occurred. Try again later Edit Intervention Diabetes: Use with caution Children: Use with caution Most Searched Interventions Pet Therapy (Animal Assisted Therapy) This is the involvement of animals as a form of treatment to improve social, emotional, physical and mental wellbeing Faith Healing This is the practice of prayers and hand gestures in a belief that healing can occur as a result. Faith is usually (but not always) part of a religious practice. It can be exercised individually or through a collective of similarly inclined people Ginger The consumption of ginger-based products to improve health. It is both healthy and delicious, and it has been a part of the human diet for generations Cannabidiol. CBD Oil Extract oil from the Cannabis plant. It may be smoked, vaped, sprayed into the cheeks or placed in the mouth. It is used as an agent to promote wellbeing
- Nicotine (Tobacco)
š Nicotine (Tobacco) Unsafe with pregnancy Nicotine is found naturally in Tobacco leaves. It is smoked as cigarettes, cigars or in pipes and similar contraptions. It is also found in smokeless vaping and patches. It has been in use for thousands of years and humans have relied on it for relaxation, alertness and social cohesion Caution Long term smoking can damage these organs: Heart and blood circulation Stomach (Ulcers and Cancer risk) Brain (Stroke) Mouth and Throat (cancer risk) Fertility (impotence and reduced fertility) Bones (weak and brittle) Nicotine without smoking: Is relatively much safer than smoked nicotine May slightly increase the risk of some cancers Research is ongoing Therapy for: Stimulates and Relaxes Increases alertness Weight reduction Comments Nicotine is Addictive It should be avoided in pregnancy Read more on Nicotine (Tobacco) > https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/nicotine#section=Top Safe with pregnancy Pregnancy use with caution Safe with diabetes Diabetes use with caution Safe with children Children use with caution Pregnancy unknown Diabetes unknown Children unknown Submit Your content has been submitted An error occurred. Try again later Edit Intervention Diabetes: Use with caution Unsafe with children Most Searched Interventions Pet Therapy (Animal Assisted Therapy) This is the involvement of animals as a form of treatment to improve social, emotional, physical and mental wellbeing Faith Healing This is the practice of prayers and hand gestures in a belief that healing can occur as a result. Faith is usually (but not always) part of a religious practice. It can be exercised individually or through a collective of similarly inclined people Ginger The consumption of ginger-based products to improve health. It is both healthy and delicious, and it has been a part of the human diet for generations Cannabidiol. CBD Oil Extract oil from the Cannabis plant. It may be smoked, vaped, sprayed into the cheeks or placed in the mouth. It is used as an agent to promote wellbeing
- Ayurveda
š Ayurveda Unsafe with pregnancy A comprehensive system of Indian Traditional Medicine. It uses herbal compounds, special diets and other exclusive practices to promote health Caution Some herbs may contain harmful metals like lead, mercury and arsenic They may interact with conventional medications in an unsafe manner Avoid in pregnancy if possible Therapy for: Rheumatoid Arthritis Osteoarthritis Digestive disorders Disease Prevention Immune booster Diabetes Allergies Anaemia (Low Blood level) Comments Ancient Indian. Ayur =life, Veda =Knowledge Modalities of Ayurvadic Medicine include: Aromatherapy, Astrology, Colour therapy, Diet, Exercise, Herbs, Massage, Meditation, Music Therapy, Purification and Yoga Read more on Ayurveda > http://1 . https://nccih.nih.gov/health/ayurveda/introduction.htm, 2. https://www.bmj.com/content/350/bmj.h2879 Safe with pregnancy Pregnancy use with caution Safe with diabetes Diabetes use with caution Safe with children Children use with caution Pregnancy unknown Diabetes unknown Children unknown Submit Your content has been submitted An error occurred. Try again later Edit Intervention Unsafe with diabetes Unsafe with children Most Searched Interventions Pet Therapy (Animal Assisted Therapy) This is the involvement of animals as a form of treatment to improve social, emotional, physical and mental wellbeing Faith Healing This is the practice of prayers and hand gestures in a belief that healing can occur as a result. Faith is usually (but not always) part of a religious practice. It can be exercised individually or through a collective of similarly inclined people Ginger The consumption of ginger-based products to improve health. It is both healthy and delicious, and it has been a part of the human diet for generations Cannabidiol. CBD Oil Extract oil from the Cannabis plant. It may be smoked, vaped, sprayed into the cheeks or placed in the mouth. It is used as an agent to promote wellbeing
- Crystal Healing
š Crystal Healing Safe with pregnancy The belief that stones and crystals have healing powers for some health and lifestyle issues. Having one of these stones in a shape or form is believed to be beneficial to the individual Caution None significant Crystals used in isolation are unlikely to heal any diseases; always discuss your health needs and concerns with your healthcare giver Therapy for: 1. Amethyst Hangovers and drunkenness Journey Mercies 2. Rose Quartz For attracting and keeping love Protecting relationships Heal a broken heart Promotes good sexual wellbeing 3. Iron Pyrite Activate your Intellect Improve your memory 4. Tiger Eye Grow your wealth Be more understanding and empathetic Keeps you calm 5. Hematite - Stress relief for odd situations e.g. Job interviews Funerals Clear away negative feelings Anxiety management 6. Raw Emerald Attract and retain love Be successful in love Encourages loyalty and sensitivity 7. Citrine Fend off negative energy coming your way Promotes prosperity Be positive, warm and energetic Be confident 8. Celestine Promotes inner peace Promotes relationship with the Angels and the Divine Improves the quality of your dreams, and helps to remember them 9. Quartz Crystal Symbolises purity Improves vitality Helps stimulate the brain Wakes you up into great things 10. Desert Rose Improves the meditation process Promotes Insight Links us with past and future lives 11. Black Tourmaline Protection from EMF (Electro Magnetic Field) frequencies Protection from Negative Vibrations of others 12. Fluorite Protection from negative energy Enhances meditations 13. Aventurine Promotes good luck and good fortune. 14. Lapis Lazuli Enhances your mystic powers Removes emotional blockage 15. Jade Helps self-acceptance and inner calm Enhances creativity Flush Toxins from the body 16. Turquoise Ward off evil Strengthen love and friendship bonds Improves public speaking. 17. Kyanite Helps communication with the spiritual realm Opens channels to angels, saints and deities 18. Obsidian Protection from negative energy Helps to let go of negative habits Assists with conditions of change Comments This is an ancient global practice There is no scientific evidence of effectiveness Read more on Crystal Healing > https://www.therapy-directory.org.uk/articles/crystal-therapy.html Safe with pregnancy Pregnancy use with caution Safe with diabetes Diabetes use with caution Safe with children Children use with caution Pregnancy unknown Diabetes unknown Children unknown Submit Your content has been submitted An error occurred. Try again later Edit Intervention Safe with diabetes Safe with children Most Searched Interventions Pet Therapy (Animal Assisted Therapy) This is the involvement of animals as a form of treatment to improve social, emotional, physical and mental wellbeing Faith Healing This is the practice of prayers and hand gestures in a belief that healing can occur as a result. Faith is usually (but not always) part of a religious practice. It can be exercised individually or through a collective of similarly inclined people Ginger The consumption of ginger-based products to improve health. It is both healthy and delicious, and it has been a part of the human diet for generations Cannabidiol. CBD Oil Extract oil from the Cannabis plant. It may be smoked, vaped, sprayed into the cheeks or placed in the mouth. It is used as an agent to promote wellbeing


