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Reflexology, which complements orthodox medicine, is used to boost the immune system and to relieve anything from sinusitis to menstrual problems.

Researchers at the University of Portsmouth in the UK have found that people felt about 40 per cent less pain, and were able to stand...

Reflexology goes beyond the realms of mere relaxation and should be included on everybody's Bucket List.

How a rubdown compares with other treatments like physical therapy and acupuncture

Acupuncture may double the chances of a woman conceiving with IVF, a study has found. Among couples undergoing the fertility treatment, the likelihood of pregnancy...

OBJECTIVES: To investigate whether acupuncture is a) more effective than no prophylactic treatment/routine care only; b) more effective than sham (placebo) acupuncture; and c) as effective as prophylactic...

OBJECTIVE: to evaluate the scientific evidence that is available in the literature on the effects of acupuncture for treating anxiety and on the quality of...

Acupuncture is a complementary and alternative medical treatment (CAM) which is increasingly used in the care of cancer patients. Traditionally derived from Chinese medicine, nowadays...

Acupuncture and other modalities of Chinese/East Asian medicine have been used to treat women's health for many centuries. Gynecology specialties focus particularly on menstrual and...

Is Swedish Massage purely a relaxing massage to be enjoyed on a spa break or can it be a useful tool in keeping the body...

Massage can effectively improve mood for individuals with depression as well. In a study of HIV-positive individuals with major depressive disorder and on stable medication,...

Carers Week is run annually and aims to raise awareness and highlight the challenges carers often face.