McCormick Place field hospitalMcCormick Place is the largest convention center in North America, comprised of four interconnected buildings and one indoor arena. Located near the shore of Lake Michigan, 2 mi south of downtown Chicago, it is the site of numerous meetings and trade shows. For the most part, the facility is used for business events and conventions. It took 26 days for the facility to … [Read more...]

There are many alternative treatments available for a herniated disc. These treatments include massage therapy, acupuncture, epidurals, and spinal decompression therapy. Each one has benefits and risks, but they all provide some form of relief for the patient. These are discussed in this article. Spinal decompression therapySpinal decompression therapy is one noninvasive treatment option for … [Read more...]

There are many important aspects of an alternative treatment definition, which include the prevalence, benefits, and side effects of the practice. These variables are necessary for an accurate definition. Fortunately, there are several available sources. The most comprehensive definition of alternative medicine is the World Health Organization's. This website includes a wealth of information on … [Read more...]

The role of an alternative medicine nurse has a variety of challenges, including educating patients and providing them with information on complementary and alternative therapies. This article outlines some of these challenges and discusses some of the standards for this role. The article also addresses the knowledge required and referral criteria for alternative medicine nurses. It will help you … [Read more...]

UnaniUnani alternative medicine aims to balance external and internal factors affecting an individual's health. It may suggest using natural medicines or dietary changes to help the patient achieve optimal tabiyat. The hakims (medics) of Unani practice believe that these principles help the body to heal itself. Ayurveda is a traditional system of medicine originating in India. It is a system of … [Read more...]

A strong heart and healthy blood vessels are key to overall health and well-being. Research has shown that certain herbs are effective in supporting the heart, blood vessels and cardiovascular system. Ayurvedic and Chinese medicine have used medicinal herbs to support heart health for thousands upon thousands of years. They were forced to look to nature for healing methods and discovered the … [Read more...]