Alternative Methods Of Medicine
1. Ayurveda is the science of life which elaborates on the factors responsible for suffering for human life. Along with this, using natural and herbal products in the treatment, it also indicates the measures for a healthy life for the whole life. Ayurveda - More Information (External website that opens in a new window).
2. Yoga is the art of living a healthy life physically, mentally, morally and spiritually. It is not bound by race, age, gender, religion, caste or religiosity in any way and can be followed by all those who want to get education in good living and lead a meaningful life. Yoga - More details (External website that opens in a new window).
3. Naturopathy or care by nature is the belief that all diseases are caused by accumulation of impurities in the body and if there is a possibility of its removal, there is cure or relief. The main methods for treatment are air, water, heat, moist soil and space. Naturopathy or Nature Care - more information (External website that opens in a new window).
4. Homeopathy is being practiced in India for more than half a century. It is so well integrated into the roots and traditions of the country that it is considered as one of the national systems of medicine and plays a vital role in providing healthcare facilities to a large number of people. Its strength lies in the holistic approach as it takes a philosophical approach towards the sick person by developing inner balance on mental, emotional, spiritual and physical levels. Homeopathy - More Information(External website that opens in a new window).
5. Unani prescribes that the body has a self-preservation power which attempts to correct any disturbance within the limits set by the individual's constitution or condition. The physician only helps to enhance rather than prevent or prevent the action of this power. Unani - More information (External website that opens in a new window).
6. Siddha is very similar to Ayurveda. In this method, there has been a lot of development of chemistry in the form of auxiliary science of medicine and alchemy (chemical world). It was found helpful in the manufacture of drugs and in the transfer of base metals into gold. It contained a great deal of knowledge of plants and minerals and was well versed in almost all branches of science. Siddha - More details (External website that opens in a new window).
7. In acupressure, pressure is given on specific parts of the body or special massage is done so that pain can be controlled. This therapy is also used to stop bleeding. It is derived from traditional Chinese medicine, a method of treating pain that involves applying pressure to specific points on the body, known as 'acupressure points'.
8. Acupuncture (External website that opens in a new window) is an ancient Chinese system of medicine that involves inserting pins at certain vital points on the body. It is used in the treatment of chronic pain such as arthritis, bursitis, headache, athletic injury, post-traumatic and post-surgical pain. It is also used to treat chronic pain related to dysfunction of the immune system, such as psoriasis (a skin disorder), allergies, and asthma. Some modern applications of acupuncture include the treatment of disorders such as alcoholism, addiction, smoking, and eating disorders.
9. Telemedicine generally refers to the use of communication and information technologies to provide medical care. This can be as simple as two health professionals discussing a matter over the telephone, or it can be so complex as to use satellite technology and videoconferencing equipment for actual consultations between medical experts in two different countries.
Department of Electronics and Information Technology (External website that opens in a new window) (DIT) chaired by Secretary, DIT to define standards for telemedicine practices in India "Implementation of Telemedicine Practices using Information Technology Provided Services" Through the deliberations of the Committee on Support for Standardization of Digital Information (External website that opens in a new window)".
Simultaneously, DIT has taken another initiative in project mode, to lay down an “IT Infrastructure Framework for Health” to efficiently meet the information needs of various stakeholders in the healthcare sector. The department has issued specific guidelines for the practice of telemedicine in India.
