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Ciencia Médica - Tratamientos médicos alternativos

Aquí aprenderás algunas palabras en inglés relacionadas con tratamientos médicos alternativos, como "acupuntura", "holismo" y "shiatsu".

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Words Related to Medical Science
acupressure
[Sustantivo]

an alternative therapy in which pressure is put on specific parts of the body with hands and fingers

acupresión

acupresión

Ex: Many people turn to acupressure as a natural alternative to medication.Muchas personas recurren a la **acupresión** como una alternativa natural a la medicación.
acupuncture
[Sustantivo]

a method of treatment in which thin needles are inserted in specific spots on the body, originated in China

acupuntura

acupuntura

Ex: Acupuncture involves inserting thin needles into specific points on the body .**La acupuntura** implica insertar agujas delgadas en puntos específicos del cuerpo.

a method of treatment designed to change movement habits in everyday activities, such as standing, sitting, and moving correctly

técnica de Alexander

técnica de Alexander

any type of treatment such as herbalism, faith healing, etc. that does not follow the usual methods of Western medicine

medicina alternativa

medicina alternativa

Ayurvedic medicine
[Sustantivo]

the ancient Indian medical system that uses traditional methods in contrast to scientific methods of Western medicine

medicina ayurvédica

medicina ayurvédica

chiropractic
[Sustantivo]

a system of noninvasive therapy that involves pressing and moving a person's joints or spine

quiropráctica

quiropráctica

Ex: Research studies have shown that chiropractic treatment can be effective in managing conditions such as lower back pain, headaches, and sciatica.Los estudios de investigación han demostrado que el tratamiento **quiropractico** puede ser eficaz en el manejo de afecciones como el dolor lumbar, los dolores de cabeza y la ciática.

a wide range of treatments for medical conditions that fall outside of mainstream healthcare

medicina alternativa

medicina alternativa

faith healing
[Sustantivo]

the treatment of psychological or physical illness through spiritual means

curación por fé

curación por fé

fringe medicine
[Sustantivo]

‌any method of treatment that is not commonly perceived as being a part of Western medicine

medicina complementaria

medicina complementaria

herbalism
[Sustantivo]

the medicinal and therapeutic use of plants and plant extracts to treat illnesses

herbología

herbología

holism
[Sustantivo]

a medical approach in which a person should be considered as a whole, considering all the aspects and not just the symptoms of the disease

holismo

holismo

homeopathy
[Sustantivo]

a medical system that treats the disease by administering substances that mimic the symptoms of those diseases in healthy persons

homeopatía

homeopatía

Ex: Homeopathy uses highly diluted substances which practitioners believe can trigger the body's natural healing abilities.La **homeopatía** utiliza sustancias altamente diluidas que los practicantes creen que pueden desencadenar las habilidades naturales de curación del cuerpo.
massage
[Sustantivo]

a therapeutic technique involving muscle manipulation for relaxation and healing

masaje

masaje

Ex: The sports clinic provides massages to athletes for muscle recovery .La clínica deportiva ofrece **masajes** a los atletas para la recuperación muscular.
to massage
[Verbo]

to press or rub a part of a person's body, typically with the hands, to make them feel refreshed

masajear, dar un masaje

masajear, dar un masaje

Ex: After a long flight , he booked a session to have a professional masseur massage his fatigued legs .Después de un largo vuelo, reservó una sesión para que un masajista profesional le **masajeara** las piernas cansadas.
medicine man
[Sustantivo]

a person, particularly native American, who is believed to have supernatural powers of healing

curandero

curandero

naturopathic
[Adjetivo]

‌treating diseases or conditions utilizing natural agents or physical means, rather than using artificial drugs

naturopático

naturopático

naturopathy
[Sustantivo]

a system of treating diseases that avoids drugs and uses natural remedies, such as control of diet, exercise, etc.

naturopatía

naturopatía

osteopathy
[Sustantivo]

a system of therapy that focuses on treating medical disorders with the manipulation and massage of the skeleton and musculature

osteopatía

osteopatía

reflexology
[Sustantivo]

a type of massage that involves applying different amounts of pressure to specific points on the feet or hands in order to relieve tension or to alleviate pain

reflexología

reflexología

reiki
[Sustantivo]

a Japanese healing technique based on the notion that energy can be directed into someone's body by touch

reiki

reiki

shiatsu
[Sustantivo]

a type of medical treatment, originated from Asia, that involves applying pressure to specific pressure points on the body using the fingers

shiatsu

shiatsu

a type of medical treatment that is primarily based on cultural practices and beliefs from previous generations

medicina tradicional

medicina tradicional

balneology
[Sustantivo]

the study and use of natural waters and muds for therapeutic purposes, like bathing and drinking for health benefits

balneología

balneología

detoxification
[Sustantivo]

a medical treatment given to people who are addicted to drugs or alcohol in order to purge the body of addictive substances

desintoxicación

desintoxicación

aromatherapy
[Sustantivo]

a type of treatment in which natural oils that smell sweet are rubbed on the body or their smell is breathed in to improve physical or mental health

aromaterapia

aromaterapia

Ex: Aromatherapy practitioners believe that different scents can affect mood , emotions , and even physical health .Los practicantes de la **aromaterapia** creen que diferentes aromas pueden afectar el estado de ánimo, las emociones e incluso la salud física.
herbal medicine
[Sustantivo]

the use of plants and their extracts for health benefits

medicina herbal, fitoterapia

medicina herbal, fitoterapia

Ex: Herbal medicine emphasizes the healing properties of plants for various health issues .
hydrotherapeutics
[Sustantivo]

the therapeutic use of water in order to treat a disease or injury

hidroterapia

hidroterapia

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