OrganizedWisdom Health - Mind-Body Modalities

Acupuncture for ADHD

Amymarlatt — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 23:38:29 GMT

Researchers are beginning to believe acupuncture may help treat ADHD. In 1993, the National Institutes of Health funded a grant for research on treating children with ADHD with acupuncture. More then half the children saw improvement. More research has to be done on the effects of acupuncture on ADHD.

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Feldenkrais Method

Amymarlatt — Sun, 11 Oct 2009 02:17:22 GMT

The Feldenkrais method uses gentle motions to enhance the connection between mind and body. It was developed in the mid-twentieth century by Moshe Feldenkrais, DSc. This is taught in groups called "Awareness Through Movement" or private sessions called "Functional Integration" by certified Feldenkrais practitioners. Practitioners credit the Feldenkrais method with improving self-image, flexibility, coordination, range of motion, and overall physical and mental functioning.

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Heart Palpitations and Meditation

Amymarlatt — Wed, 19 Aug 2009 22:55:41 GMT

Meditation is key to relieving stress which is a main cause of palpitations. Once palpitations start, meditation can help regulate the palpitations. Meditation is also a deep breathing and relaxation technique you should do to prevent stress and anxiety which may lead to palpitations. Learning how to meditate is easy, there are even meditation videos available to watch.

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Besides meditation, there are exercises to do like yoga and tai chi.
Keeping a diary of the who, what, when, where, and how long of palpitations will help your doctor figure out what may be wrong.
Other ways to relieve stress include staying on a sleep schedule and taking quiet time for yourself.

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Rizatriptan Uses

Mindy6197 — Sun, 26 Jul 2009 18:04:08 GMT

Rizatriptan (Maxalt) is prescribed to treat patients who suffer from migraine headaches. It helps reduce symptoms such as nausea, light sensitivity, and painful throbbing associated with migraines. Rizatriptan is available in tablet and oral disintegrating tablet forms.

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Rizatriptan should not be used to prevent migraines.
Some common side effects associated with the use of rizatriptan dry mouth, dizziness, and drowsiness.
Rizatriptan should be used with caution in patients with a history of liver disease, heart disease, high blood pressure, kidney disease, and coronary artery disease.

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Relaxation Therapy for Rheumatoid Arthritis

AndreaMB1978 — Tue, 23 Jun 2009 19:51:45 GMT

Relaxation therapy is said to be helpful in reducing stress and improving many chronic conditions, such as rheumatoid arthritis. Relaxation therapies are often categorized into a group of therapies called mind-body techniques. Mind-body practices have led to significant improvements in RA pain, disability, overall psychological state, coping, and belief in one's own ability to handle situations. Mind-body therapies appear to be more helpful for people who have had RA for a shorter period of time, rather than those who have suffered for a longer time.

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Types of relaxation techniques include: rhythmic breathing, deep breathing, visualized breathing, progressive muscle relaxation, music relaxation, and mental imagery relaxation.
Tai chi, an approach from traditional Chinese medicine using certain postures, breathing techniques, meditation, and slow movements, has been studied in regard to the treatment of RA.
Mind-body techniques have virtually no risks, and can be done at a time and place that is preferred by each individual.
Stress is said to weaken the immune system, which in turn can cause RA symptoms to become worse.

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Meditation May Treat Insomnia

AmyS — Mon, 22 Jun 2009 11:35:51 GMT

A new study reveals that meditation may be a cure for insomnia. Those who suffer from primary insomnia have reported that they sleep better after meditating. Primary insomnia is a difficulty in falling, and staying, asleep.

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The study looked at 11 healthy adults between the ages of 25 and 45.
Participants were divided into two groups, group 1 doing Kriya Yoga, and group 2 undergoing health education.
These findings were presented at the annual meeting of the Associated Professional Sleep Societies.

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High Blood Pressure and Meditation

KenyottaE — Tue, 16 Jun 2009 02:33:15 GMT

Meditation has proven to be a safe and effective way of controlling high blood pressure. Participants of a study on the effect of mediation on high blood pressure were able to either reduce the amount of medications they were taking or eliminate the use of them altogether. Transcendental meditation was shown to be the most beneficial meditative technique.

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Approximately 50 million people in the United States have high blood pressure.
Untreated high blood pressure can lead to strokes and heart attacks.
Meditation is most effective in treating high blood pressure if practiced daily.

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Meditation and Bipolar Disorder

Jkg0679 — Fri, 27 Mar 2009 23:41:19 GMT

Meditation can be used to treat depression, one of the phases of bipolar disorder. Brain scans of individuals while meditating have shown that people become more aware of their emotions during meditation. This awareness reduces the risk of depression.

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Meditation is a mental state that allows people deep relaxation.
Meditation is also used to reduce stress and pain.
Meditation can alter metabolism, heart rate, respiration, blood pressure, and brain chemistry.

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Biofeedback for Rheumatoid Arthritis

KenyottaE — Tue, 24 Mar 2009 00:23:12 GMT

Some believe that biofeedback can be used to relieve the symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis. Muscle and temperature biofeedback has shown to help reduce the chronic pain that is associated with rheumatoid arthritis. By improving blood flow through temperature biofeedback, it may be possible to decrease inflammation and swelling.

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Research has shown mixed results regarding the effectiveness of biofeedback for the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis.
Biofeedback may require 30-60 minutes sessions that will help you learn the proper technique.
You should discuss using biofeedback to treat rheumatoid arthritis with your health care provider.

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Bipolar and Hypnotherapy

Crdelucas — Mon, 16 Mar 2009 20:18:51 GMT

Hypnotherapy can be a complementary therapy to help with behavioral feelings associated with bipolar disorder. Relaxation, concentration, and focused attention are the primary goals of hypnotherapy. It is important to consult with a licensed hypnotherapist to ensure the patient is an ideal candidate for therapy.

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Follow your physician's orders and do not stop taking medications. Hypnotherapy is used to aid with treatment of bipolar disorder, not to cure the disease.
Meditation, yoga, and tai chi are excellent options to help with stress and anxiety.
Individuals require "open" minds for hypnotherapy to be effective.

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