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自然醫學研究所 Graduate Institute of Natural Healing Sciences Nanhua University No.55,Sec.1, Nanhua Rd. Dalin Township, Chiayi County 62249. Taiwan(R.O.C.) 自然醫學概論 課程介紹 南華大學自然醫學研究所 102年度第1學期 課程綱要 授課大綱 自然醫學的定義 廣義的自然醫學包含一切各種天然的療法與醫學，包含數 千年歷史之久的歐洲醫學、中國醫學、印度醫學等 。 狹義的自然醫學則是指歐美發展一百多年來的自然醫學， 經由合格的醫學院訓練出來的醫師所從業的醫療行為。 Bastyr University Natural Healing Sciences 自然醫學 vs 輔助與另類療法 強調透過天然的物質或行為，與生活結合一起，以達到預 防疾病，保持身體和心理的健康之目的。過去，國外的研 究常採用「排外性」的操作定義，即所有西醫醫學院課程 以外或在一般醫院未被廣泛採用的醫療行為均界定為輔助 與另類療法。當然，這樣的定義會因時、地而有所不同。 What Is Complementary and Alternative Medicine? / Defining CAM NCCAM defines CAM as a group of diverse medical and health care systems, practices, and products that are not generally considered part of conventional medicine. The boundaries between CAM and conventional medicine are not absolute, and specific CAM practices may, over time, become widely accepted. “Complementary (輔助) medicine refers to use of CAM together with conventional medicine, such as using Acupuncture in addition to usual care to help lessen pain. “Alternative (另類) medicine” refers to use of CAM in place of conventional medicine. “Integrative (整合) medicine (also called integrated medicine) refers to a practice that combines both conventional and CAM treatments for which there is evidence of safety and effectiveness. Types of CAM Natural Products- herbal medicines , dietary supplements Mind-Body Medicine- meditation, yoga, deep-breathing exercises, hypnotherapy, progressive relaxation, qi gong, and tai chi Manipulative and Body- Based Practices- chiropractors, massage therapy Others-movement therapies, traditional healers , Magnet therapy and Light therapy Whole medical systems - Ayurvedic medicine and traditional Chinese medicine Naturopathy