Evolution of the Light Therapy Lamps
October 10, 2008
All kinds of lamps have been around a long time before Light Therapy Lamps were ever developed, with the first lamp being invented around 70,000 BC. A natural object was used–such as a hollow rock or shell–and then loosely layered with moss, then it was filled with animal fat and ignited for the first lamp for humanity. Quickly become popular with people, mankind began immediately imitating these natural shapes with metal lamps, man-made pottery, and alabaster, with wick being added at a later date to control its burning rate.
In actual reality, the original levels of developing mankind recognized the healing power of solar radiation itself in regard to their health, especially in regard to its full spectrum lighting before the Light Therapy Lamps were ever around. The effects of the sun’s light and how it influenced the human body–body control, central nervous system, and the hormone balance–will influence the body’s productivity and how it can concentrate.
The skin is the largest organ of the body, and this is the main focus of the Light Therapy Lamps, fulfilling in turn many other bodily functions. It reflects the soul of the body, reacting to the slightest change in regard to hormonal influences, internal stress, and to the surrounding environment.
There are several styles of Light Therapy Lamps, which require different ways to use them properly. One of the most popular lamps, the “NatureBright Inspirtal 3 in 1 LED Light Therapy Lamp,” has been proven to be twice as effective as the conventional light therapy products on today’s market. No UV rays and blue lights are used, which prevents vision problems such as macular degeneration. An individual can use it while sleeping, and it is perfect for those who can spare 30 minutes of light therapy before they go to work in the morning. And the best thing is there is a combination of 10,000-lux bright light therapy and dawn simulation technology. The Light Therapy Lamp serves as a bright-light therapy device, a digital alarm clock with a programmable dawn simulator, and a glare-free beside reading lamp.
The best location for a Light Therapy Lamp is to sit about 20-inches from the light itself, but this is a general rule for optimal light therapy results. Rotate the lamp head allowing it to cover the face area, as 90% of the rays need to enter the eyes. Keep the eyes wide open but do not look directly into the light. If a slight sensitivity begins to develop, adjust the intensity or brightness, and then the duration settings. Everyone has a different sensitive to the morning light, so some will need less and some will need more.
Homeopathy Natural
October 8, 2008
Homeopathy natural medicines are an alternative approach to conventional medicine based on the belief that natural medicines, called “remedies” stimulate the body and give a natural boost for healing. Remedies are made of natural substances of plant, mineral and animal origin and are administered in highly diluted doses.
Conventional medicine attempts to restore health by invading organisms, replacing hormones or enzymes and suppressing symptoms without the body healing. The harmful side effects of the prescription medication can become a concern to the patient and to the doctor.
Homeopathy natural remedies stimulate and give a natural boost to the body for rejuvenation and healing. Homeopathy natural remedies enhance the body’s own defenses to correct illness and disease and allow symptoms to dissipate. The minute dose of a remedy does not cause any of the side effects that have become such a problem for patients, physicians, and pharmacists.
Many homeopathic practitioners practice classic homeopathy. This means the whole well being of the patient is studied, not just the symptoms. The Homeopathic practitioner understands that the cause of diseases is not just simply germs but also considers the factors that compromise the person’s immune and defense systems, including the person’s family history, nutrition, stress and psychological state. The practitioner then focuses on a total cure for the patient and not just a “quick fix” of the symptoms.
The goal in homeopathy is to find one single homeopathy natural medicine that treats the whole person. The specific disease conditions then dissipate as the remedy supports healing in the body. For any given disease, there are hundreds of remedies that might be used. However, for a patient only one or two of these homeopathy natural remedies will bring a good response.
Many patients choose a homeopathic approach for natural healing although the practitioner will occasionally recommend conventional medicines, vitamins or other therapy.
Some parts of the Natural Law of Cure have been expressed by different physicians since ancient times. However, only in the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, were the complete laws and principles governing health and disease formulated for the first time in the history of medicine. That work was done by German physician Samuel Hahnemann (1755-1843). Distressed by the barbaric medical methods of his day like bleeding, purging, and the use of leeches and toxins, he chose to leave the practice of medicine. Later he developed a new, less threatening approach to treating illness known as Homeopathy. He spent the rest of his years developing and cataloging the relationship between disease and conditions (symptoms) and the toxic effects of natural, medically active substances. Clinically, the substance that produces the same symptom the patient is currently exhibiting in their illness is the homeopathy natural remedy prescribed by the physician.
Iridology Cameras
October 5, 2008
What Iridology Cameras Are Used For
Iridology cameras are curious looking machines that are used in an alternative medicine practice that not everyone is completely familiar with. The importance of this particular device in the practice cannot be understated. Without a good camera, most practitioners find doing their jobs can be more than difficult.
What Iridology Cameras Do
This type of highly specialized camera is not at all unlike the machines eye doctors use to get a closer look at the eye. In the case of iridology cameras, however, the device is used to get a very crisp picture of a person’s iris. This picture is then either printed out or transferred to a computer for further study.
This type of camera is generally designed specifically for iridology and eye exam use. Inasmuch, iridology setups are not found on the general market. To obtain a specialized camera, practitioners need to turn to dealers that handle medical-based equipment. Some companies specialize in nothing but the sale of new or used cameras for the practice of iridology.
Camera Features
Many modern cameras used in the practice of iridology rely on fiber options to obtain an incredibly detailed image of the iris. These cameras typically involve a face stand and chin guard, much like machines found in optometrists’ offices. Some of the best cameras enable a direct link between the machine itself and a computer program that speeds along the reading process.
What The Pictures Tell
The practice of iridology itself involves the study of the eye to determine if there are potential medical problems related to different portions of the body. A detailed picture of the iris is studied for anomalies and then compared to a specialized chart. Particular anomalies found within the iris can indicate such things as dead or dying tissue, inflammation and more. Each part of the iris itself is believed to correspond to a particular part of the body.
Iridology is basically an advanced screening process. Alternative medicine practitioners use this study to indicate where they might want to look for problems. It is not considered a viable means for diagnosis. Instead, it is used to point practitioners in the right direction for further study and diagnosis.
What Happens After The Study:
If a practitioner finds that pictures from an iridology camera do present with anomalies, further study on the particular areas of the body might be indicated. An indication of inflammation in an organ, for example, might require immediate further diagnostic procedures.
Iridology is a unique study that links the eyes to different portions of the body. Providing a way to point diagnosis in the right direction, this practice is not easily picked up without the use of specialized iridology cameras. These machines can see what they naked eye often misses.
Music Therapy Research
October 2, 2008
A Brief Overview of Music Therapy Research
Music therapy can be used for a wide range of illnesses, cognitive problems, and emotional issues. Because of the positive reactions of music therapy patients, a large amount of music therapy research has been done to test the theories behind why, how and if music therapy actually works. While the results differ with the various applications and techniques, in general music therapy research has established that music therapy is an acceptable and legitimate health care profession.
There has been extensive music therapy research done on various areas of the health care field, and some of the most difficult patients with the most difficult to treat problems have shown improvement, if sometimes temporary, when they have been exposed to music therapy. For example, Alzheimer’s patients suffer from numerous problems such as cognitive dysfunctions, social behavior issues, and motor skill problems. In music therapy research, cognitive dysfunction in Alzheimer’s patients is treated by subjecting the patient to three different types of music therapy treatments: musically cued reminiscence, verbally cued reminiscence, and musical activity. While musically and verbally cued reminiscence did improve certain brain functions and even could increase language abilities in some patients, the most significant difference was found in patients who were exposed to musical activities. In fact, music therapy research showed that these musical activities – like using songs to promote reminiscence and discussion – actually raised patients’ cognitive testing scores.
But cognitive disabilities and illnesses are not the only health problems that can be treated successfully with music therapy. Music therapy is often used for patients who suffer from chronic pain. In the chronic pain studies, different types of pain patients were studied to see how music therapy would improve pain problems caused by various medical problems. Chronic pain patients in general are helped by music therapy because the perception of pain and the perception of music are essentially the same in terms of the way the brain perceives each sensation. Music is used to cancel out the vibrations of pain, often eliminating - or at least decreasing - the brain’s perception of the pain.
Music therapy has a very high success rate in pain patients who suffer from Parkinson’s disease, cancer, and other ongoing illnesses. But there is also a high rate of success when music is used to treat the pain of temporary pain, like the pain of labor and childbirth. In fact, music therapy research shows that when used in the labor and delivery room, music can help a laboring mother to lower her amount of pain. Cancer patients, especially children, are often exposed to music therapy treatments that involve singing; this treatment has been shown to boost the child’s immune system.
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