Alternative Sites of Interest, (PAGE 3)

. You will find various links to other/Alternative Medicine Health related sites :
Note: Professionally targeted information such as "herbal supplements" can be found at the following page: kiromark/chiropractic/professional.html
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  • Associations and Organizations
  • Publications/ Medical News
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    • Drug Digest: website has information to determine how herbal supplements interact with medications.
    • "Herbal Healer" (Herbal Healer Academy, Inc) Publishes a newsletter discussing condition and applicable products that can be ordered. Private entity run by Marijah McCain N.D., 870-269-4177
    • India-Herbs, Inc. herbal and alternative medicine Directory

        • Homestead
        Inner Active Biofeedback Technology: device reveals the "Bio-energetic field" in realtime. 888-692-8722 (4051 Glencoe ave., suite 10, Venice CA 90292).
        "Mr. Know it all": Know "Everything about anything", website is based in Great Britain
        Life Extension Foundation, 800-544-4440. Organization dedicated to the investigation of scientific therapies to prevent disease and slow premature ageing.

        Massage/ Massage therapy and Spa experience:

        Meridian Institute (Multidisciplinary) non profit org. that explores Edgar Cayce's health readings email:meridian@meridianinstitute.com 757-496-6009 (VA)
        NaturalHealthWeb.com: is one of the most complete guides to information about Natural health and Alternative Medicine on the internet. It is designed to be an organized directory with articles, etc...

        Nutrition & Health (Also see the Topics: Herbs [above] and Vegetarian [below]):

        American Dietetic Association
        Food & Nutrition Information Center:         website run by the USDA
        KURUNA corp        , "Responsible Nutrition" (CA), 800-826-7225
        PriorityOne Vitamins.com: "Our site currently receives a lot of traffic from medical college students, medical professionals in a variety of industries, as well as their patients. We have over 1000 pages of medical related information. We provide wholesale supplements to medical professionals to offer to their patients"
        Quantum Reflex Analysis, presented by Dr. Bob Marshall (Premier Research Labs), 800-325-7734. "A Breakthrough healing system for rapid analysis and resolution of even long-standing health problems using the latest discoveries in quantum physics to permanently restore health and wellness" [taken from promotional pamphlet provided by Premier Research (01/2007)]. A therapeutic approach that focuses on nutrition supplementation. Uses tests to identify toxic nutrients, foods & supplements, then to induce "quantum cellular resonance" in specific glands and organs. (Note: that these claims have not been evaluated by the FDA and their veracity has not been substantiated)

      One Body
      Pro-cultura: promotors of Tibetan Medicine, 866-547-3309, "International Congress on Tibetan Medicine".
      "Running Doctors": instruction course concentrating on the needs of runners and endurance athletes.

        Shamballa: Is a type of energy healing in which Chi (Universal Life force) is channeled into another person's energy field to help them balance themselves and heal;

      • Metagifted; metagifted.org
      • Mahatma; mahatma.co.uk

        • Spine-Health
        SpineUniverse

        Techniques & Therapies:Therapeutic methods available in the "alternative medical realm".

        Active Release Technique; Dr. P. Leahy (President), 888-396-2727,
        Bio-Cranial System: Contact Dr. William Doreste D.C. 718-886-6969,Technique developed by Robert Boyd D.O. using cranial osteopathy to treat relationships between the cranium, the spine and the dura mater. The corrective procedure is based on the work of Sutherland (D.O). The Bio Cranial System was developed in 1988 and is based on the research conducted at the International Bio Cranial Academy (IBCA) located in the United Kingdom. The Bio Cranial institute is actively managed by Dr. Boyd and is responsible for the propagation of information.
        Bio-Kinetics: "Balances the body thru contact electro-magnetic frequencies, without devices". 310.325.9122 taught by Dr. Laurence Newsum.
        Contact Reflex Analysis, CRA Educational Resources: 2802 Hawaiian Way, Medford OR 97504, 541-776-0478
        Decompressive Therapy/ IDD Therapy: Accu-Spina & Alpha-Spina, Innovative Healthcare Solution, 800-5266-5557
        Field Control Therapy: Presents an alternative approach to health , based on the alteration of "        Bio-energetic cellular fields" as the source of illness.
        OXYHealth                 Hyperbaric Therapy, 877-789-0123
        JMT/ Jaffe-Mellor Technique: Bio-energetic technique aimed at addressing the pathogenic cause of certain diseases (ex: Rheumatoid Arthritis, Crohn's...), 866-706-0712, Fx: 610-736-3698
        Matrix Repatterning: "treatment system that emphasizes structural correction of the "Tensegrity Matrix" (a continuous fabric that connects all parts of the body)". (this is taken from their ad), this is presented by the Roth Institute (a division of Wellness Systems Inc.), 877-905-ROTH
        Myofascial Release (MFR): Theresa Schmidt MS, PT,
        A method based on the identification and treatment of "Myofascial restrictions". Assessment is usually through postural, proprioception and motion testing. MFR is used to improve tissue mobility, circulation and posture, especially with the goal of reducing painful limitations brought on by the restrictions. This is a manual technique that is typically not related to Chiropractic (they make use of Distraction techniques, Soft-tissue Mobilization techniques such as interfiber/intermuscular/intramuscular stroking, z-friction, circular friction, elbowing, knuckling releases, and, 3-D releases such as tissue gliding, crosshands, tissue & muscle play). Those D.C.'s who do treat Myofascial restrictions are usually Sports Chiropractors (CCSP, DACSP) and practice a variation of MFR referred to as "Active Release Technique". (source: Cross Country Education pamphlet 01/2007)
        Neurofeedback / Motion Therapy: @ "Clear Mind Center, Inc.", 714-609-7140 (CA)
        Neuromuscular Re-education; 805.687.2111. Soft tissue technique especially suited for sports injuries.
        NMT: The Feinberg Technique: "Marriage of Western science & Energetic Medicine" (a system of healing based on anatomy & physiology and informed concepts of oriental & ayurvedic medecine - from ad in DC) 541-720-1383.
        Psychosomatic Energetics: Method for dealing with emotional conflicts, attached to the energy system of the body. They also search for energetic disturbances provoked by geopathic stress and energy blockades within the chakras. Homeopathic formulations are used in the treatment of the psychosomatic conditions that are identified. Developed by Dr. Reimar Banis MD. 800-320-6035, rubimed.com
        "The Reconnection": an energetic healing method as taught by Eric Pearl D.C., drawn from interaction of our energetic fields and the universal grid-lines. (888-374-2732) (CA)
        "Resperate": Therapeutic Breathing device, "FDA approved to lower blood pressure and reduce stress", 800-509-2403.
        Touch For Health; A soft tissue technique developped by Dr. Thie D.C., 888-785-0110 (CA)
        Trigenics:         "Myoneural Medicine","Energetic sensorimotor restoration system which relieves pain and restores function" (from an ad), 888-514-9355.

        Vaccinations:

        "The doctor within" presents a critical view of vaccination ("Vaccination is not immunization")
        National Vaccine Information Center
        Vaccine Safety Website: A critical view of vaccination.

        Vegetarian Information:

      • The Vegan Society
      • VegDining.com: Eating out Veggie style.
      • Vegetarian Nutrition Dietetic Practice Group, (information site)
      • Vegetarian Resource Group; Information site, also publishes the "Vegetarian Journal", 410-366-8343.
      • Vegetarian Times: published by the vegetarian Times Magazine, 877-717-8923.

        • VitalCast
        WholeHealthMD
        World Wide Health directory/ alternative

        Publications/ Alternative Medical Information

        Alternative Health News Online
        Alternative therapies in health and medicine a peer-reviewed journal dominated by MD's indexed in Index Medicus (6x year), 866-828-2962
        "Alternative Medical Alert" (American Health Consultants) Often critical (of Alternative Medicine) opinions presented by allopathic doctors, 800-688-2421
        Clinical Practice of Alternative Medicine, official journal of the American College for Advancement in Medicine (MD's) is peer-reviewed quarterly journal,
        InnoVision Communications: Publisers of "Alternative therapies in health & medicine", and sponsors of Alternative therapy conferences and seminars
        Integrative Medicine: A Clinician's Journal.Peer reviewed journal (6x year) covers the clinical practice in areas of natural medicine, nutrtion, etc. 760-633-3910(CA)
        Massage Today, newpaper "committed to bringing an open forum to the Massage therapy profession."
        Spirituality & Health magazine: "the soul/body connection", 800-876-8202

        Seminars and Conferences on Various Topics:

    • "Tai Chi for Balance, Fall Risk Reduction and Rehabilitation": Simple techniques with "Outstanding results" are presented in a one-day seminar format for therapists and other rehabilitation professionals. Presented by Cross-Country Education, 800-397-0180, $179 to $199 per person. Dates are 11/07/07 in San Diego, 11/08/07 in Irvine, 11/09/07 in Sherman Oaks.
    • "15th Annual World Congress on Anti-Aging Medicine & Regenerative Biomedical Technology": 12/12 to 15/2007 in Las Vegas, sponsored by the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine (A4M). 800-558-1267. Over 100 topics from gene therapy to "Gulf War syndrome, Obesity drugs & metabolic medicine.
    • (Sources of seminar info are from promotional brochures sent to our office)