Alternative Medicine – Avenue for Medical Tourism
The history of alternative medicine is a quite interesting and has its origins in
traditional methods of medicine. Alternative medicine is
it since time immemorial. As an ancient science, medicine
this system to the people has since the early days of his time, known on Earth.
with natural ingredients to prevent and cure most diseases is perhaps the greatest man raid in medical science. Traditional doctors for the prevention of diseases with an increase in the resilience of the human body should be assigned. As one expert has rightly observed, “the study of the history of alternative medicine at various levels, fascinating not only about others and often better ways to maintain and restore health.” practiced
for thousands of years, is an alternative medicine systems such
acupuncture, Ayurveda and traditional Asian medicine. Alternative Medicine
. CAM is often associated with formal, traditional medicine and integrate
both interventions, deliver the best outcomes for patients. One can say that the older methods of medical
were a balance between physical and natural energy
to reach trial. Energies have been positive and negative energy into positive energies where
were found happiness and health and a negative energies
incapacitation of the opposition to face any complaints. Matters of the utmost importance when deciding
therapies or treatments in these older systems were medical factors, such as
a lifestyle, one’s eating habits and their own professional stress.
dates back to 2800 BC in China.
worldwide in hundreds of disciplines practiced alternative medicine
medical tourism has supported an unprecedented way. With alternative medicine and alternative medical procedures
not only removes any additional
relates to the disease, but also increases the resistance of the body. It is commonly said that natural remedies
not only less harmful to human physiology
but also to help in the preservation of the body smoothness. System of natural and traditional medicine used
a combination of ingredients for the physical components to recover.
In fact, natural remedies as more food because their natural ingredients considered.
Since alternative medicine is based on completely natural methods, and there is
No use of chemicals, there is no danger of interference with the organic
system. A holistic approach as opposed to some of the symptoms and seek treatment
, contained in the cause of an illness of several distinct and highly recognized
properties of alternative medicine. It is also thought
widespread use of modern medicine has deteriorated in the immune system of the
human physiology and has less and less effective modern drugs
led. It is often said that alternative medicine is the only way to
a number of incurable diseases.
The history of alternative medicine can be traced back, when the Chinese and Indian traditional Ayurvedic therapies and found the body and mind to heal until about 5000 years. The real goal was the defensive substances in the body, identify causes suffering and
strengthens the immunity of the body. The therapy mainly self-care, lifestyle changes included
and various preventive measures. The normal procedure followed in the early stages of the history of alternative medicine, were also the extraction of the bark of willow. Many kitchen ingredients were used to treat patients. The treatments were considered a blessing from God, as it brought immense relief that was writhing body and prayer as one of the strongest weapons in the war against the disease.
Source: “A Brief History of alternative medicine”, http://www.med-help.net/med-history-of-alternativemedicine.
Today, alternative medicine possesses a huge potential for attracting medical tourists
. For example, India should become a major hub for medical tourism,
says the proceeds from the industry estimated to grow by US3 million in 2007 until />
of Indian Industry (CII) and McKinsey.3 The main competitive advantages that India faces
cost, and traditional medical systems like Ayurveda and naturopathy.
The world witnessed the development of many traditional and modern
systems in medicine of the 20th Century. Groundbreaking discoveries such as penicillin,
cell research and genetic structure and development of traditional medical systems like traditional Chinese system of stem cells Medicine /> acupuncture, osteopathy, homeopathy,
Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, and others all have a part of developments in the
are powerful field of global medicine. The main competitive advantages that India has />
seen in recent years countries have tightened their own individual expertise
In India, medical tourism in alternative medicine, their ancestors in South India
and some places in northeastern India. Internationally known for his natural remedies and therapies Kerala school of medicine embraced Siddha, Naturopathy and Ayurveda
when treating their patients. These traditional medical practices
estimated at up to attract high-end medical tourists from Europe and the Middle East
countries. The main benefits that a country like India are
faces with regard to medical tourism, traditional therapies such as Yoga and Ayurveda
combined with tourist attractions in countries such as Kerala and the northeastern states.
natural medicine, a therapeutic system based on natural remedies, natural Trusts
elements such as air, water and sunlight, combined with therapeutic massages and
conditioning and strengthening the body. Naturopathy believes that the human body
provided it in a healthy environment.
With a holistic approach to welfare, believes that natural medicine, the three
physical entities – the physical body, soul and spirit of the supernatural –
be integrated with the natural energy. “A recent survey shows that 76% of the world
drugs from U.S. and European countries are consumed. We believe that freedom can
of diseases and medications can only be achieved by living a natural lifestyle. ” 4
Ayurveda, the oldest health care system, the ingredients from nature.
The use of herbs, such as gold and mercury
ingredients make this knowledge easily accessible to ordinary people. Ayurveda claims to cure diseases such as diabetes
with the help of nature. The Siddha medical system, which is part of the
Ayurveda treats, herbs, minerals and advanced scientific techniques in ancient
principles of medical science to cure many chronic diseases. It is one of the
is the most intricate and complex forms of medicine. Siddha
view of nature and man as an essential unity. She claims that physiological traits such as aging of the human
Naturopathy medical tourism in India in more ways than one develops.
With systems using drugs, all natural ingredients for holistic nature
disease, the struggle for the human body to recover, the drug increased
visit his own chances of survival by tourists from around the world
India set up to draw their benefits. As Vitthal Kamat of Kamat Group of Hotels says, can
“In naturopathy and Ayurveda used by the world famous tourist attractions and heritage tourism
growing in leaps and bounds.” 5 Naturopathy
India pioneer in alternative therapies – medical tourism, Kerala
. These months are
considered the best time for the healing of physical disease through Ayurveda.
quality medical facilities are available at a reasonable price is the main attraction for tourists in Kerala
. Mr. M Narayanan, head of the Icelandic Poovar Resort, says the
tourists from countries like Australia, Europe and Germany. The packages are offered in this
Ayurveda Spa services such as ayurvedic massage oil, powder
massages, vegetarian diet, detoxification programs and a lifestyle change. In fact,
It is little known that not only Ayurvedic massage, but a whole range of services such as
herbs and natural diet plans, natural remedies, and so /> a full-fledged medical system
Ayurveda Gram, a unique institution in Bangalore offers ayurvedic
Ayurveda spa in the form of medical tourists. It offers customized services, such as yoga,
pranayama, meditation and a vegetarian diet to boost your metabolism. His extensive
campus full of herbs and natural environment helps the process of
cure certain diseases, such as Arthiritis, Spondilytis, cholesterol, sinusitis, ulcer
and obesity. Other therapies include stress management Ayurveda Gram
therapies, Panchakarma and rejuvenating treatments.
Ayush, the Department of Ayurveda, Yoga and Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy
was under the Indian Medicine Central Council Act formed
1970th One of the most recently executed by Ayush sensitization was organized the health fair
in parts of Hyderabad, Chennai, Indore and New Delhi.
Ayush ensure that the great Ayurveda, Siddha, Unani and manufacturers />
Another famous Ayurvedic center in India, the CVN Kalari is the center for
Ayurveda. Kalari Ayurveda is one of the centers accredited by the
Department.6 Kalari Kerala Tourism has recognized that its customers from many countries. The center specializes in Marma Chikitsa (applying pressure to specific nerves
points) and other special practices of healing. After both therapeutic aspects
rejuvenative them to take these specialized therapeutic procedures treat
extensive help of Ayurveda, the sick.
Some Ayurveda ayurvedic resorts have a kitchen, improving
help in formulating the effectiveness of oil treatments. Dietary regimens, detoxification and other processes
a radiant skin to give the customer are very popular. Some of the Ayurveda Resorts
help for cooking classes, to their customers to attract and retain the lifestyle they
these spas and resorts to regulate imports.
Ananda, an Ayurvedic Spa in the Himalayas is one of the most popular destination
Resorts in India. It offers special packages such as Ayurvedic aromatherapy massage, reflexology
programs for rejuvenation, stress release programs, personal
yoga sessions, analysis of body composition and weight loss programs through Yoga and Ayurveda
. Ananda said his packages and therapies to cure diseases of many
The 3000 years old method of traditional medicine in China has always popularity as the most popular world
medication for more than one quarter of
world, even in the treatment of chronic diseases such as cancer, AIDS, allergies and cardiovascular disease.
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is used for herbs, therapeutic exercises and acupuncture cure
suffer. TCM diagnoses diseases on the five elements based
theory and the Yin-Yang theory. The five elements of the theory base their evaluation
the five elements – wood, fire, earth, metal and water to a connection between the
human physiology and pathology and the natural movement environment.7
These five elements consistently rules of the functioning of the human body and thus
The Yin-Yang theory argues for an understanding of light and dark sides of the universe
In other words, the properties represent the opposite universe.8
The relativity of Yin Yang and the interaction between content and function. As a traditional Chinese doctors say: “Only with sufficient
content of the human body function in a healthy way, and only if the functional processes
are in good condition, adequately with the necessary materials
traditional Chinese medicine is more than well-known Chinese materia medica. This includes raw
Chinese medicine, medicinal products in pieces, traditional Chinese patent medicines and medical preparations />
aspect of TCM focuses on the art of combining medicinal herbs.10
It visualizes the entire human body from the balance of energy and spirit to a disease.
herbs are combined in the drinks of various functions under
different individuals treated by TCM practitioners. Herbs such as Astragalus, are
ginkgo, ginger, green tea, Siberian ginseng and garlic is used to treat various
complaints. Approximately 300 mineral and animal extracts and 400 formulas are used to cure diseases />
acupuncture as part of the TCM is used to control the flow of vital energy through
unlock the human body.11 One of the oldest methods of healing the world, this traditional method
“restoration of health is through simulation of specific points on the body.” 12
symptoms such as nausea, addiction, and some types of pain treatment
taking advantage of its abundant human resources, China has in attracting medical tourists
. Spa Packages in China come
low cost and without side effects, thanks to increased
Traditional Chinese Medicine. Various massages and baths are just that
mental health and physical well-being for medical tourists with the help of Chinese medicinal herbs used to /> established senior medical tourists. These spa suites to facilitate the tourists
Germany in alternative medical practices have their origin in homeopathy, a medical system
by Samuel Hahnemann, a German doctor developed.
Homeopathy considers symptoms such as disturbance of the vital forces
related to the human body. Homeopathic supporters believe that the medical system
has the ability to cure acute illnesses such as flu, colds, pain, depression
and fatigue, constipation, irritability or other chronic diseases. It is claimed to /> cure of allergies and allergic conditions such as eczema and asthma br <. moreover, /> <-br.>
homeopaths to the sweet tooth, and therefore acceptable.
For homeopaths are good-natured, and her hands free treatment for patients known. They focus more on patient
state of mind and life. The preparation of the various
drinks in homeopathy is usually done using herbs, minerals and animal extracts
. Also it is often reasoned that, since the dosage,
homeopaths prescribe such small constitutions and because they dilutions
substances like water and alcohol is no chance of getting side effects.
Germany is also known for their medicinal herbs. Regulated by the Commission
E14 on purity and pharmaceutical activity, these herbal medicines in Germany
a long way in preventing and curing many diseases such as cancer, AIDS and other serious complaints come
. Most doctors in Germany are obliged to be raised to />
As Mark Blumenthal, president of the American Botanical Council states, “Most
clinical study conducted at the leading herbal medicines in the United States s
With over 300 resorts, Germany become the leading destination
Health and Welfare in Europe.16 One of the most famous spas in Germany
Baltic Spa Resort in Warnemünde. Located on the shores of the Baltic Sea / >
have a similar composition of human blood,” said 17 seawater regeneration effect in the treatment of physical ailments, such as
respiratory diseases, sleep disorders and obesity. Other than that, his mental disorders, such
depression, anxiety and pain said to be cured with the help of the sea.
breeze is said specifically effective in the treatment of cardiovascular and skin diseases
. The key advantages that Germany faces in relation to
both cost and quality. When Axel Steller, director of the Arab German Health Foundation of
” In the U.S., four operations fifty-six
Japanese Kampo medicine, or if Kanpo, a herbal medicine, that part of the
well researched modern clinical methods and traditional methods of medicine are known
. A Japanese version of traditional Chinese medicine or oriental medicine
liable Kanpo the body natural instincts and natural healing mechanism
. To this end, medical treatment includes diagnosis of the tongue, belly and
wrist. In each phase of treatment, different formulations
needed to be from the body back to normality, are prepared by the physician.
These herbal medicines are regulated by the Japanese government. Kanpo used
medicine for many acute and chronic conditions such as cardiovascular, respiratory
, digestive, reproductive and immune disorders and skin
corrections system, and even diseases such as bedwetting, high cholesterol and br hepatitis. Although Kanpo therapies take longer than usual to work, this medical system
some very natural diagnosis and treatment methods and approaches used
such as water, air and blood in order to identify physical symptoms. It is also argued that
herbal medicines to produce no side effects due to their natural
compositions. Japanese ANMA therapists to visit countries such as India and Singapore
in promoting health tourism to help. ANMA, a traditional Japanese massage is said
, a complete form Shiastu19 rejuvenate the body’s circulatory
Apart from attracting tourists for its natural herbal medical treatments, medical tourism in Japan has
Popular thanks to the volcanic regions,
have called for the formation of several hot mineral springs, Onsen. Japanese Onsen as places where the needy can get used alternative treatments to modern medical practices
. These medicinal properties that heal wounds, relieve pain and
to replenish energy levels. Senior tourists and people from many types of pain
come to this mineral water springs flowed. The healing properties of these sources are
the surrounding volcanic soil that is composed of many
Alternative medicine is highlighted here to stay, say some traditional doctors.
its alleged benefits of modern medical techniques and expensive
Western medicine, alternative medical therapy is on the rise as in many developing countries and developed countries
. Practices such as Ayurveda and homeopathy claim that
operation is always the last option in case of treatment of a disease.
Natural medicines such as herbs and minerals, such as food and medicines that have not been received as
this because their composition is quite natural. Alternative medicine is used in combination with modern medicine
for many chronic diseases like diabetes and AIDS. This helps
modern doctors a closer relationship with the patient
develop and heal him in a larger scale, he gave a new perspective on life. It follows that one should never look
, said the placement of the traditional cures
by our ancestors. These provide a position where the depth of the
understand traditional and alternative medicine, and measure the enormous potential
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2 “Kerala” www.takekerala.com
3 “Prospects of Medical Tourism in India,” www.mpiweb.org
4 “Medical tourism to insist on Penang and Langkawi,” http://thestar.com.my
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