AANP ND Practitioners North America M-Mc

2007-08-18T10:34:00.000-07:00

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Macart, T. (ND CCNM) states:

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http://www.bcna.ca/code/?doctor=114&office=1&ut[sort]=1]

[in “Naturopathic Medicine”]

“our goal is to stimulate the body’s natural healing abilities [...] an individualized treatment plan is proposed to facilitate the healing process [...] vis medicatrix naturae (the healing power of nature). Based on a tradition of vitalism, naturopathic medicine evokes the healing power of nature. We all have an inherent capacity to heal ourselves. Naturopathic doctors help patients tap into this power in order to improve their health”;

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ii.

[in "Naturopathic Modalities"]

"oriental medicine is a system of balancing excesses and deficiencies. Herbs work with acupuncture to stimulate the body’s circulating energy known as 'chi'";

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http://www.opti-balance.com/nmod.htm)[vsc 2011-08-03]

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Macredis, J.E. (ND NCNM,) states:

[for a bio., click here, http://web.archive.org/web/20040824104502/http://drmacredis.com/about.ivnu]

[in "F.A.Q."]

“what is naturopathic medicine? Naturopathy, the practice of natural medicine, believes in the power of the body's life force and its natural, inherent ability to heal [...] acupuncture is an ancient system of medicine in which sterilized, disposable, tiny steel needles are inserted just beneath the skin into special areas called acupuncture points. This is done to balance out the flow of qi -- or energy -- in the body, thereby promoting a passage to health [...] what is Oriental medicine? The art of Oriental medicine is thousands of years old and comprises the use of acupuncture (Chinese and Japanese techniques), herbal medicine and dietary therapy. This medicine is based on the concept that there is a vitel[sp.] energy named qi (pronounced 'chee') behind all life forms and processes. When this energy becomes deficient or is in excess, or is stuck, disease arises [...] why use homeopathy? When the body's life force is out of balance, symptoms may be expressed physically, mentally and emotionally. Homeopathy, a centuries-old system of remedies, can stimulate the life force or immune system to throw off imbalance, so the the [sp.] body may return to its natural state of balance”;

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Madda, R. (ND NCNM) states:

[for a bio., click here: http://beesonchiropractic.com/madda/, http://naturalpathmed.com/about/]

[in "Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine"]

"Chinese medicine utilizes acupuncture, Chinese herbology, massage, exercise and nutrition [...] Chinese medicine is based on the concept of qi [...] which is the life force or vital energy. Qi is the animating force that serves to warm us, protect us from external pathogenic factors, promote the functions of the body and hold our organs and tissues in place";

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http://tiburonwellnesscenter.com/acupuncture.html)

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ii.

[in "History of Naturopathic Medicine"]

"principles of healing [...] these principles stand as the distinguishing marks of the profession: [#1] the healing power of nature, vis medicatrix naturae: the body has the inherent ability to establish, maintain, and restore health. The healing process is ordered and intelligent; nature heals through the response of the life force. The physician’s role is to facilitate and augment this process [...#3] first do no harm, primum no nocere: the process of healing includes the generation of symptoms, which are, in fact, expressions of the life force attempting to heal itself. Therapeutic actions should be complementary to and synergistic with this healing process. The physician’s actions can support or antagonize the actions of vis medicatrix naturae; therefore, methods designed to suppress symptoms without removing underlying causes are considered harmful and are avoided or minimized [...] the practice of promoting health through stimulation of the vital force and the rational use of natural agents";

(click here,

http://naturalpathmed.com/2011/01/history-of-naturopathic-medicine/)[vsc 2011-08-03]

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Maes, L. (ND NCNM) states:

[for a bio., click here, http://web.archive.org/web/20010722041724/http://www.maescenter.com/bios/index.htm]

[in "Services"]

"chronic diseases are usually of gradual onset, and remain throughout the life of the person (unless treated homeopathically or by some other means of energy medicine). The vital force is unable to overcome the disease; these states become chronic, a stalemate";

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http://www.maescenter.com/services/natur.htm)

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Maiella, E.C. (ND Bastyr 2006) states:

[for a bio., click here, http://www.valleynaturopathicfamilymedicine.com/dr-emily-maiella]

[in "Naturopathic Therapeutic Order"]

"stimulate the vis medicatrix naturae. (Other names for 'vis' include 'qi,' 'prana,' 'life force'). This is the force that moves us towards health; it is the essence that invigorates us. Some modalities that we utilize to stimulate the 'vis' include hydrotherapy, exercise, yoga, mediation, craniosacral therapy, energy medicine and homeopathy";

(click here,

http://www.valleynaturopathicfamilymedicine.com/philosophy/naturopathic-therapeutic-order)[vsc 2010-06-10]

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http://www.valleynaturopathicfamilymedicine.com/index.php?content=nto)[vsc 2009-04-05]

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ii.

[in "Philosophy"]

"naturopathic therapeutic order: 1. stimulate the vis medicatrix naturae (other names for 'vis' include 'qi', 'prana', 'life force') This is the force that moves us towards health; it is the essence that invigorates us. Some modalities that we utilize to stimulate the 'vis' include hydrotherapy, exercise, yoga, mediation, craniosacral therapy, energy medicine and homeopathy";

(click here,

http://www.valleynaturopathicfamilymedicine.com/philosophy)[vsc 2011-08-06]

Malone, T. (ND CCNM 2005) {et al.} states:

[for a bio., click here, http://www.sweetmedicine.ca/practitioners/tracy-malone-nd]

[in “Our Services”]

"reiki is a Japanese word meaning universal life force energy. Reiki therapy is a relaxation technique that promotes self-healing. Reiki moves through and around the practitioner and client, such that the universal energy going to the client is enhanced. The innate wisdom of each person's body uses the energy where it is needed most. Reiki sessions are done with the client fully clothed, and lying on a table or sitting in a chair. There is a gentle laying on of hands on a number of areas of the body. An incredibly deep sense of relaxation and peace melts away tension, allowing the life force to flow more freely throughout the body”;

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Maltais, L. (ND CCNM) states:

[for a bio., click here, http://doveclinic.ca/index.htm]

[in "Naturopathic Medicine"]

"naturopathic medicine is heir to the vitalistic tradition of medicine in the Western world, emphasizing the treatment of disease through the stimulation, enhancement, and support of the inherent healing capacity of the person. Methods of treatments are chosen to work with the patient's vital force, respecting the intelligence of the natural healing process [...] the healing power of nature. Vis medicatrix naturae. The body has the inherent ability to establish, maintain, and restore health. The healing process is ordered and intelligent; nature heals through the response of the life force. The physician's role is to facilitate and augment this process [...] symptoms [...] in fact [are] an expression of the life force attempting to heal itself";

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ii.

[in “Homeopathic Medicine For the Health Professional”]

"the philosophy of homeopathy [...] the basis of [this] medicine [...] the vital force";

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http://bowentherapy.ca/homeo_1.html)

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iii.

[in "EAV"]

"Chinese medicine believes that bio energy, so-called chi, is generated in the internal organs and flows throughout the meridians, which are channels near the skin surface. There are a number of acupuncture points on the meridians where the flow of the energy can be manipulated. The stimulation of these points by various means affects the flow of energy and produce secondary effects on related organs and systems";

(click here,

http://www.doveclinic.ca/eav.htm)[vsc 2011-08-06]

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Manske, S. (ND CCNM 2010) states:
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[for a bio., click here, http://www.shawnmanskend.com/personal-history.html]

[in "Therapeutic Modalities"]

"homeopathic medicine is a system of medicine that views the body as having a vital force (life energy) and that illness occurs when this vital force has been weakened and the stronger vital force of an illness or disease has taken hold in the body [...a homeopathic] remedy will [...] subtly strengthen the vital force of the patient, which can [...] push out the illness or disease. By using minute doses that have been diluted through serial dilutions, we move farther away from a material substance and more towards the energetic imprint of the original substance";

(click here,

http://www.shawnmanskend.com/therapeutic-modalities.html)[vsc 2010-12-28]

Mansubi, S.P. (ND Bastyr 2004) states:

[for a bio., click here, http://www.ndaccess.com/losgatosnaturopathic/Doctor.asp]

[in "Treatment Options"]

"homeopathy works by stimulating the body's own natural ability to heal itself [...] homeopathic rememedies[sp., remedies...] are energized preparations derived from natural substances like herbs, minerals and animal products, provoke a healing response in an individual's vital force treating the root causes of illnesses which may include emotional conditions";

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Manuel, L. (ND CCNM) states:

[for a bio., click here, http://lionamanuel.com/liona.html]

[in "Services"]

"types of services offered [...] reiki [...] is a Japanese word; the first syllable, 'rei', means 'universal', and the second syllable, 'ki', means life force or energy [...] reiki is a form of spiritual healing and spiritual practice proposed for the treatment of physical, emotional, mental and spiritual diseases. Reiki healing is based upon the flow of 'ki' around the body. Also known as 'chi' or 'qi' in Chinese, ki is the energy of life itself. Reiki clears away any blockages in the flow of ki that lead to illness and stress [...] strengthening the body’s own healing ability and rebalancing its energy. Practitioners use a technique similar to the laying on of hands, in which they claim to be channels for energy ('ki') guided by a universal spirit or spiritual nature ('rei') — flowing through their palms to heal a person wherever they may need healing";

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Marcantel, T. (NMD SCNM 2003)
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[for a bio., click here, http://www.drmarcantel.com/about/meet-dr-marcantel/]

[in "Acupuncture"]

"how does acupuncture work? The human body’s energy (call the 'chi' in Chinese medicine) flows through meridians or channels that are normally balanced. The meridians can be likened to the flow of blood through the meridian blood vessels. If a disruption of energy flow exists, it can affect the entire body system, producing pain or symptoms throughout different areas of the body. Correction of this delicate balance corrects the body’s dysfunction or problem."";

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Marier, D. (ND CCNM) states:

[for a bio., click here, http://www.drdenismarier.com/Naturopathic/bio.php]

[in "Denis Marier Artist"]

"shen is a term from Chinese Medicine analogous to spirit, or prana. In naturopathic medicine, we refer to it as the vis or 'life-force'";

(click here,

http://www.drdenismarier.com/Artist/index.php)[vsc 2011-01-15]

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ii.

[in "Take a Walk on the Wild Side: Ontegrating Ecophyschology into Naturopathic Medicine"]

“soul, spirit, and vital force. Bill Plotkin, Ph.D., author of Soulcraft: Crossing Into the Mysteries of Nature and Psyche offers definitions of 'soul' and 'spirit' which can be directly related to the philosophy of naturopathic medicine: 'by soul I mean the vital, the mysterious, and wild core of our individual selves, an essence unique to each person, qualities found in layers of the self much deeper than our personalities. By spirit I mean the single, great, and eternal mystery that permeates and animates everything in the universe and yet transcends it all. Ultimately, each soul exists as an agent for spirit.' (Plotkin 2003). This definition immediately brings to mind the concept of 'vital force' as applied to naturopathic medicine in one of its primary philosophies, 'to co-operate with the healing power of nature or vis medicatrix naturae.' The founder of scientific naturopathy, Henry Lindlahr also attempted to define this healing vital force: 'this [vital] force, which permeates, heats and animates the entire created universe, is the expression of the divine will, the 'logos,' the 'word' of the great creative intelligence…it is the supreme power and intelligence, acting in and through every atom, molecule, and cell in the human body, which the true healer, the 'vis medicatrix naturae' which always endeavors to repair, heal, and to restore the perfect type. All that the physician can do is to remove obstructions and to establish normal conditions within and around the patient, so that the 'healer within' can do his [sic] work to the best advantage. (Lindlahr 1913). By integrating the two definitions, we can infer that the vital force or healer within is synonymous with soul. Therefore, healing practices that have the aim of impacting and healing through the vital force, can be considered soul-medicine. As naturopathic doctors, with our philosophy of stimulating the vital force so that the organism heals itself, and with the modalities available to us that directly influence this vital healing force, can we not consider ourselves as purveyors of medicine for the soul? Soul shows us how we, as individuals, are different (in a community-affirming way) from everybody else. Spirit shows us how we are no different from anything else, how we are one with all that exists. (Plotkin 2003)”;

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Markow, M.J. (ND Bastyr 1998) states:

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[in "Freedom of Movement"(Vegetarian Times {magazine}; 2000-11)]

"[per writer Walsh, S.K. (? ?)] in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), osteoarthritis is considered a disorder of the bone marrow, says Mary Markow, N.D., L.Ac., a naturopathic doctor and acupuncturist practicing at the Connecticut Center for Health [...] from the Chinese perspective, a number of factors can cause osteoarthritis, such as an accumulation of dampness that blocks the chi (the life force) in joints, says Markow [...] acupuncturists often insert needles into local points near the affected joint, stimulating stagnant chi to remove the inflammation and encourage healing [...] acupuncturists also stimulate chi along the kidney meridian, an energy channel [p.094]";

Martalog, A. (ND CCNM) states:

[for a bio., click here, http://doctoranca.com/about/]

"naturopathic medicine is founded on the vitalistic philosophy of 'vis medicatrix naturae', 'the healing power of nature'";

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Martin, H.A. (ND Bastyr 2009) states:
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[for a bio., click here, http://www.ndaccess.com/DrHillaryMartin/Page.asp?PageID=20]

[in "Treatment Options"]

"homeopathic medicines, when properly prescribed, effect the body’s 'vital force' and strengthen its innate ability to heal";

(click here,

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Mathieu, B. (ND NCNM 1980, DHANP AANP 1996) states:

[for a bio., click here, http://www.greenmanhealth.com/curriculum-vitae]

[in "Homeopathy"]

"Samuel Hahnemann, M.D., the founder of homeopathy, wrote of this in the Organon of the Medical Art. For instance, he wrote in Aphorism #9: 'the spirit-like life force that enlivens the material organism as dynamis, governs and keeps all parts in admirable, harmonious, vital operation, so that our indwelling rational spirit can freely avail itself of this living, healthy instrument for the higher purposes of our existence' [...] homeopathy is the use of similars to relieve suffering. Rather than opposing the symptom of the disease by a medicine, homeopathy stimulates the vital force with a medicine similar to the disease process [...] used homeopathically, belladonna stimulates the individual's vital force to respond to the disease, and restore[s] health";

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Matthews, J.K. (ND Bastyr 2004) states:
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[for a bio., click here, http://www.fullcirclehealingarts.ca/aboutdrmatthews.htm]

[in "Naturopathic Therapies"]

"homeopathic medicines, when properly prescribed, effect the body's 'vital force' and strengthen its innate ability to heal";

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McClintock, L. (ND NCNM, DHANP AANP) states:

[for a bio., click here: http://www.mainehomeopath.com/about.htm, http://mainehomeopath.com/about.htm]

[in "Homeopathy FAQs"]

"often a patient with a strong vital force will recover from an antidoting influence without needing another dose of the remedy";

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http://www.mainehomeopath.com/homeopfaq.htm)[vsc 2011-09-25]

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McEachern, T. (ND CCNM), Quan, E. (ND CCNM) state:

[for a bio., click here, http://web.archive.org/web/20061129155109/http://www.westernnaturopathic.com/aboutus.htm]

[in “Vega Testing - Electrodermal Testing”]

“the vega machine is a tool used in bio-energetic-medicine. Its basis is the concept that the first sign of abnormality in the body is a an energetic or electrical charge change in cells or organ tissues. If these abnormal electrical charges are permitted to continue, a structural change will occur creating a condition for disease and degeneration to occur. All other forms of medicine practices have some concept of vital force or energy of some description […] the vega testing measures electrical conductivity across the skin at acupuncture points. A mild voltage is applied with a hand electrode over an acupuncture point on the finger or toe while the patient holds another electrode to complete the circuit. The vega testing machine is useful in assessing several conditions including the following [etc….] for information on other diagnostic tools, or for additional information on vega testing, please speak with Dr. Quan or Dr. McEachern directly”;

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McFadden-Layton, J. (ND NCNM) states:

[for a bio., click here, http://web.archive.org/web/20061125150458/http://www.naturalhealthbellingham.com/jmlintro.html]

[in "Naturopathic Medicine"]

"first do no harm [...therein] respect the inherent life force in diagnosis and treatment";

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http://www.naturalhealthbellingham.com/jmlnatphilosophy.html)

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McFadzean, N. (ND Bastyr 2003) states:

[for a bio., click here, http://restormedicine.com/dr-nicola-mcfazean-cv/,
http://restormedicine.com/dr-nicola-san-diego-naturopath/]

[in "The Six Guiding Principles of Naturopathic Medicine"]

“[#1] the healing power of nature (vis medicatrix naturae) [...] the body has the inherent ability to establish, maintain, and restore health. The healing process is ordered and intelligent; nature heals through the response of the life force. The physician's role is to facilitate and augment this process [...#3] first do no harm (primum non nocere): illness is a purposeful [teleological] process of the organism. The process of healing includes the generation of symptoms which are, in fact, an expression of the life force attempting to heal itself”;

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ii.

[in "Naturopathic Medicine"]

"the six guiding principles of naturopathic medicine: [#1] the healing power of nature (vis medicatrix naturae): the body has the inherent ability to establish, maintain, and restore health. The healing process is ordered and intelligent; nature heals through the response of the life force. The physician’s role is to facilitate and augment this process [...#3] first do no harm (primum non nocere): illness is a purposeful process of the organism. The process of healing includes the generation of symptoms which are, in fact, an expression of the life force attempting to heal itself. Therapeutic actions should be complimentary to and synergistic with this healing process";

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iii.

[in "Dr. Nicola McFadzean, ND Licensed Naturopath in CT & CA"]

"the six guiding principles of naturopathic medicine: [#1] the healing power of nature (vis medicatrix naturae): the body has the inherent ability to establish, maintain, and restore health. The healing process is ordered and intelligent; nature heals through the response of the life force. The physician’s role is to facilitate and augment this process [...#3] first do no harm (primum non nocere): illness is a purposeful process of the organism. The process of healing includes the generation of symptoms which are, in fact, an expression of the life force attempting to heal itself. Therapeutic actions should be complimentary to and synergistic with this healing process. The physician’s actions can support or antagonize the actions of the vis medicatrix naturae. Therefore, methods designed to suppress symptoms without removing underlying causes are considered harmful and are avoided or minimized";

(click here,

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iv.

[in "Naturopathic Medicine and the Treatment of Infertility"]

"the digestive system is said to be the seat of much disease and dysfunction, and the root of the life force";

(click here,

http://restormedicine.com/naturopathic-medicine-fertility-treatment/)[vsc 2011-08-08]

McKenzie, S. (ND Bastyr 2004) states:

[for a bio., click here, http://www.drserena.com/aboutme.htm]

[for a 2007 archived CV, click here,
http://web.archive.org/web/20070209113115/http://www.drserena.com/Serena_Resume.doc]

[in "Naturopathic Physician"]

"the practice of naturopathic medicine emerges from six underlying principles of healing […] it is these principles that distinguish the [supposed] profession from other medical approaches […] the healing power of nature: the body has the inherent ability to establish, maintain, and restore health. The healing process is ordered and intelligent; nature heals through the response of the life force. The physician's role is to facilitate and augment this process […] first do no harm: Illness is a purposeful [ teleological] process of the organism. The process of healing includes the generation of symptoms which are, in fact, an expression of the life force attempting to heal itself. Therapeutic actions should be complimentary to and synergistic with this healing process. The physician's actions can support or antagonize the actions of the healing power of nature […] homeopathic medicine is based on the principle of ‘like cures like.’ It works on a subtle yet powerful electromagnetic level";

(click here,

http://www.drserena.com/natmed.htm)[vsc 2010-07-18]

(archived here,

http://web.archive.org/web/20070209113057/http://www.drserena.com/natmed.htm)

(for the archive.org history of this page, click here,

http://web.archive.org/web/*/http://www.drserena.com/natmed.htm)

(for a digg.com social bookmark of this {live page}, click here,

http://digg.com/general_sciences/Naturopathy_s_Scientific_Vitalism_McKenzie_S_ND)

[defunct](for a youtube.com slideshow of this {in part}, click here {00.00.24-00.00.46},

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QDVNKjKKXUg)

McKinney, N. (ND NCNM 1985) states:

[for a bio., click here, http://www.drneilmckinney.ca/vital_victoria_005.htm,

http://www.trafford.com/4dcgi/view-item?item=3485&6131226-11383aaa#goto2]

[in “Naturally There’s Hope: A Handbook of Naturopathic Care of Cancer Patients”(2003)]

“the vis medicatrix naturae – the healing power of nature – can relieve pain, detoxify, tonify and restore health [p.007…] traditional Chinese medicine […its] vital energy or chi […] chi or vital force [p.106…its] qi – vital energy [p.117…] I believe in the principle vis medicatrix naturae, the healing power of nature [p.210]”;

(ISBN 1412004640)

(for an amazon.com short review of this, click here,

http://www.amazon.com/review/R2GFJFKOW16HKI/ref=cm_cr_rdp_perm)

McLaren, T. (ND CCNM) states:

[for a bio., click here, http://innatehealthcentre.com/our-team/]

[in “Services”]

“reiki […] is a Japanese holistic, light-touch, energy-based modality. Working as a support mechanism to the body, reiki re-establishes a normal energy flow of qi (life force energy) throughout the system, which in turn can enhance and accelerate the body's innate healing ability. Through a series of hand positions either directly on or just above the body, the energy worker allows for the flow of energy through their body. The clientís [sp., 'client's'] body then draws off the amount of energy that is required”;

(click here,

http://www.mclarennaturopathic.com/naturopathicservices.html#q2)

(archived here,

)

(for the archive.org history of this page, click here,

http://web.archive.org/web/*/http://www.mclarennaturopathic.com/naturopathicservices.html#q2)

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McNamee, J. (ND CCNM) states:
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[for a bio., click here, http://www.treatyourhealth.com/about.html]

[in "My Toolbox"]

"according to Asian medicine, when your energy flow or qi (pronounced 'chi') is out of balance, your body cannot adapt to stress, making you more likely to develop chronic illness and pain. It seeks to re-balance your energy flow by adjusting the circulation of qi in the meridians or channels running just under the skin and balances the body’s yin and yang energy. The harmonious flow of qi and the balance of yin and yang in the body allow the sustenance of long-term physical, mental, and emotional health [...] hydrotherapy is also commonly used, as it involves the use of water to stimulate the body’s vital force in order to soothe pain and treat disease [...] the body’s core energy";

(click here,

http://www.treatyourhealth.com/tool.html)[vsc 2011-11-01]

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Appendix B.05.i.d.02. - Naturo. VFS - AANP NDs M-Mc

AANP ND Practitioners North America M-Mc