Why Complimentary Alternative Medicines for Infertility and Chronic Diseases?

by Dr. Prakash Shah

Chronic diseases tend to become more common with age. Now with increase in the number of aged population there is tremendous rise in the prevalence of chronic diseases. Eighty-eight percent of Americans over 65 years of age have at least one chronic health condition.

Few top list of chronic diseases are:-Arthritis, Asthma, Back Pain, Depression, Various degenerative disorders, Urinary Tract Infection, Diabetes, Sleep Disorders, Ulcerative Colitis, Prostate, Heart Disease, Hamorrids… etc, but list can be long.

We constantly see in our family or in friends’ circle that people suffer from chronic diseases. They go on taking medicines- spend lots and lots of money but never get healthy- on the contrary, they go on deteriorating. Mostly they have no idea how to get well. Tremendous suffering, long and unnecessary treatments could be avoided, but people don’t know the right method. People often miss out effective therapies, and lack the information and support they need.

It is very important to know the opinion of experts all over the world.

Many common questions are asked for infertility and chronic diseases. The answer is same for infertility and chronic diseases so I have clubbed them. I am sure visitors will get knowledge and insight in diseases. This frequently asked questions and their answer educates all those infertility and chronic diseases suffer for how to choose the systems of medicine which can work for them.

F A Q

1. How for infertility and chronic diseases alternative medicine differs from conventional allopathic treatment?
2. For infertility and chronic diseases does alternative medicine give good results or total cure?
3. You are allopathic modern science post graduate and you are alternative medicine specialist for infertility and chronic disease – how that both opposite specialty go to-gather in you?
4. What is prognosis – end result of infertility and chronic disease in conventional allopathic treatment and alternative medicine treatment?
5. For infertility and chronic diseases treatment which has surety of results?
6. Which are the chronic diseases which can be effectively treated and cured by alternative medicines?
7. For infertility and chronic diseases treatment which are the different kinds alternative medicines available?
8. For infertility and chronic diseases treatment why the people do not think of alternative medicines first? For infertility and chronic diseases treatment why alternative medicines is not so popular?
9. What is recent trend world over for infertility and chronic diseases treatment by alternative medicines?
10. Infertility and chronic diseases treatment by alternative medicines how – what is the reason that – it gives best results?
11. For infertility and chronic diseases treatment by alternative medicines what we can expect? Whether this will work for me? What is time limit?
12. I can still not decide to submit for alternative medicine treatment. How I can be sure? And how I can have advantage in your treatment?

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Want to feel young! An Amazing Anti-Aging Program

In past two decades Terme Selce has developed unique way to create effective programmes, that enable quick recovery and increase treatment results. All this, with no hospital environment, but in a family warm atmosphere. 

Anti Aging program (60+)
This program improves mobility, reduces chronic pain, improves sleeping, body and face revitalization, body weight and high blood pressure regulation, medical examination and monitoring, final medical recommendation, Accommodation at 4* hotel or apartment, half board, double occupancies.
 
Our programmes are recognised by professional and non professional sportsmen, showbiz individuals, managers and tourists from all over the World.

Duration of stay	Price Per 1 person w/program
12 days & 11 nights	€ 2,105

*The Package is tailored for people without any other sinificant health problems, though if that is the case, our physicians reserve the right of changing pre set therapy, still respecting the given price.

*Prices valid until May 1st 2009 and from September 20th until the end of the year. For the months of May 1st–September 20th an overall increase of cca. 15% in the summer months due to high season and hotel prices.

SPECIAL deals on our packages:

• If booked by  April 15th 2009 -  FREE ½ day excursion in the area.
• For months October, November and December 2009  if booked by May 1st 2009.
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  A day FREE at clients choice: Aqua detox, solarium, Facial mask, Tease face massage, Tease foot massage, Parafin Hand Bath, Waxing.

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Best Ayurvedic Weight Loss Program… Ancient Wisdom – Modern Concept!!

Add the glow of good health and peace of mind..

Indus Valley Ayurvedic Centre is a unique award winning Ayurvedic clinic and spa resort in Mysore, India, offering traditional therapeutic rejuvenation and beauty treatments, designed by a highly experienced panel of Vaidyas (doctors) who have practiced Ayurveda in Germany, UK, USA, Japan as well as in India. The Centre is the first ISO (9001-2000) Certified Ayurvedic and Rejuvenation Health Care Centre in the world.

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14 Night / 15 Days  Weight Loss  Package.

Facility / Treatment

• Mysore pick up & drop
• Check in – 12.00 noon: Check out – 11.am.
• IVAC campus tour
• Consultation with the doctor
• Accommodation for  Fourteen nights
• All Meals (Breakfast ,Lunch & Dinner)
• Package Starts with Lunch & ends with Breakfast.
• 1st Week Panchakarma (Will be decided by Doctors)
• Five session of Udwarthana
• Two session of SSPS / PPS
• One session of Laghu Abhyanga
• Four  Session of Laghu Dhara
• Any One Laghu Abhyanga
• Fourteen sessions of Yoga

Type of Accommodation	Single(USD)	Double(USD)
Deluxe AC Room	3306	5300
COTTAGE	3427	5422
VILLA	3795	5880

NOTE:   
01. Companion Supplement without Ayurveda treatment (INR.1000/USD30/EURO24, per head per night for food and 50% of room tariff per night as per the room category
02. These treatments are indicative and are subject to change on Doctor’s Consultation.Treatments are prescribed based on the body constitution of the individual.
03. Any Treatment/s not included in the package will be charged extra as per tariff

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Integrative and Holistic Approaches to Lyme Disease

Lyme Disease is a national epidemic that is just beginning to be recognized by the traditional medical community. Most Lyme cases do not show the characteristic bulls eye rash making early detection difficult. When the infection is not treated in it’s primary stage it becomes entrenched in the body’s tissues and increasingly difficult to eliminate.

Our center has combined the latest integrative and holistic technologies used to treat Lyme Disease and it’s co-infections. Our approach includes four elements.   

• Suppress and eliminate harmful bacteria, viruses and  other microorganisms associated with disease.  
• Rebuild the immune system to restore energy and stamina.
• Reduce pain and inflammation.
• Address issues of emotional healing and cognitive functioning associated with chronic illness. 

Treatment approaches are flexible and developed in accordance with individual needs. Clients may elect to receive specific modalities on a stand alone basis or combine therapies for their synergistic effect. Treatment often extends over a two to three week period. Clients seeking intensive work may spend up to six hours a day in combined treatment approaches.     

A typical course of therapy often includes several therapeutic approaches including: 

Ondamed Biofeedback System.
This German Bio Resonance System works to both suppress microbial activity and rebuild the immune system. The Ondamed is a gentle noninvasive therapy that can be done twice a day. It was been invaluable in bringing Lyme patients back to health and allows us to identify specific microbes and the energy frequencies needed to eliminate them. Once the important frequencies have been determined we use a range of therapeutic energy devices to support microbal suppression and speed recovery.

Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy.
HBOT has been shown to kill the primary bacteria associated with Lyme Disease and is widely used in treatment centers
 
PAPIMI.  
The PAPIMI is a powerful electromagnetic treatment device that has achieved impressive results with a range of serious conditions. The PAPIMI has been especially impressive in restoring t cell activity in the immune system, reducing imflammation, accelerating healing and increasing energy.

Ozone Steam Sauna/ Activated Air System.   
Therapeutic ozone plays an important role as a immune system modulator and helps detoxify the body with deep warmth. The Activated Air System reduces oxidative stress and improves oxygen utilization in the body. These system are an excellent compliment to HBOT.   
 
Klinghardt Matrix Therapy.    
This portable microcurrent device can be used in the evening to assist in eliminating microbes and detoxifying the body.
 
Low Level Laser Therapy, SCENAR and other Energy Devices
Our center uses a broad array of technologies to reduce pain and inflammation and support healing.  

Strannik Russian Phototherapy  
This innovative program uses precise frequencies of color to improve brain regulation across both physical and emotional dimensions. 
 
Therapeutic Body Work   
Several different soothing approaches are used to release inflammation and restore healthy self regulation including Cranio Sacral Therapy. Myofascial Release Techniques and Lymphatic Drainage Therapy.   
 
Neurotherapy and Hemoencephelography  
Techniques to improve focus, cognitive functioning and mood.  
 
Information Regarding Nutritional Supplementation including Miracle Mineral Supplement, Molecula Colloidal Silver,  and Sutherlandia OPC. 
 
Techniques for Mobilizing Inner Resources   
This area includes a broad range of approaches that engage mind and body in the healing process, including Naturalistic Hypnosis, Psychotherapy and Thought Field Therapy.

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Understanding of Infertility – Must For Infertile Couple

by Dr Prakash Shah

Human reproduction is the highest and complex function of the body. In bodily development this comes last – considers as sign of puberty and again this function vanishes first as age advances and is considered as sign of increasing age. Abnormality in any organ of the body can effect reproduction adversely. Any organs abnormalities should be considered very important in treating infertility. Each childless couple must have through knowledge of reproductive physiology.

Important factors for fertility:-

• Semen should be normal – Male Factor
• Semen should be deposited at proper place in vagina – Coital Factor
• Cervix should be able to transfer the semen properly forward – Cervical Factor
• Uterus should be anatomically and functionally normal – Uterine Factor
• Fallopian tube should be functioning normally – Tubal Factor.
• Ovary should be secreting normal ova – Ovarian Factor
• Pituitary and other endocrine glands  physiologically normal – Endocrine Factor
• Mind in sound psychological state – Psychological Factor.

Here I would like to elaborate only few important factors for considerations of my patients particularly on * Psychological Factor / *Cervical Factor / *Male Factor. Other factors are mainly medico-technical so for common mass understanding of these topics may not have place here, also because of space constrain does not permit me. So excuse me for non inclusion of information’s of all factors here. However if any one is interested I will be very pleased and encouraged to give detailed information on any required topic.

Psycho Social Aspects of Infertility
Infertile Couples should always understand that following emotions, which I am describing now, are very common and if any of infertile couple is reading this write up, they will be much benefited in knowing these aspects of infertility. For all those, I request to have print out version of this article and keep within reach for reading often.

At the marriage most couple simply take it for granted that they will be able to have children. Unfortunately, this is not always the case. In fact, one in five couples trying to have a baby will experience problems in doing so. Couples are often shocked when they discover that they are infertile and commonly at beginning go through a period of disbelief. Few others rush into treatment without proper diagnosis and planning. 

Infertility is often described as a life crisis. Infertility is only medical condition that has many emotional aspects. Feelings such as anger, sadness, guilt, and anxiety are common and may affect couple’s self-esteem and self-image. Couple may find it difficult to share their feelings with family and friends, which can lead to isolation. It is important to know that these feelings are normal responses to infertility and are experienced by many couples. Ability of physician to deal with psychological problems is of paramount importance simultaneously with treatment of infertility. I have empathy for all my infertile patients and I always take care about psychological aspects first and at least make them comfortable.

After shock and feelings of denial, during fertility treatments when they do not get desired result as per expectations, couple experience anger. Guilt and blame are other common emotions. This can lead to severe depression, isolation, and self-esteem problems… Unspoken guilt and blame can make life very difficult. Couple might also find it increasingly difficult to go to work, socialize, or even get out and meet family and friends. Couples require not only time and money, but also intense emotional commitment for treatment. This depression can lead to numerous physical side effects and put a strain on relationships, work, and enjoyment of daily life.

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The Sanoviv Spa program

Salud Per Aquam  SPA

Sanoviv uses the finest technology to improve the health of our guests, however, we have not forgotten an ancient truism; touch stimulates health and promotes healing.

The Sanoviv Spa program provides a variety of healing treatments to improve the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual health of guests. This program is one of the most comprehensive available and is modeled after the world-renowned spas of Europe. Guests are pampered in the quiet, soothing massage rooms and the luxurious, exquisitely-tiled spa area. The outdoor therapeutic pools provide a breathtaking view  of the Pacific Ocean. Whether relaxing in a tub or receiving the expert care of a highly-trained massage therapist, Sanoviv guests are truly in good hands.

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Ground breaking Stem Cell Placenta Implant, Dr. Omar Gonzalez helps victims of degenerative diseases

Alice had been suffering with very weak lungs and had hospitalizations.  She was not improving, prescribed medications caused asthma and pain attacks.

In May of 2007, Alice visited with Dr. Gonzalez and received stem cells. Since then she has gotten progressively better and stronger.  Her lungs have improved.  When she entered Dr. Gonzalez’ clinic she could not expectorate mucous and bacteria especially from the right lung.  Alice no longer takes any medicine for this condition.  She feels so much better, stronger and looks good.  She has gained weight, her face is fuller and her color has come back, her circulation has improved greatly.  Before receiving the stem cells, placenta Implants she was too weak to exercise but can now exercise as part of her daily routine and is able to make crafts which helps support her. She hasn’t been to the hospital once since her stem cell, placenta implant treatment.

Alice’s brother Clarence also suffers with Limb Girdle MD.  He was 7 years old when he started to have symptoms.  At 14 years of age the weakness became much more severe and around 18 years old he started loosing muscle mass.  He became so thin he was literally skin over bone.  After taking only one stem cell, placenta treatment he has gained 8 pounds, his arms are gaining mass, his face is fuller, he is experiencing more energy, he feels stronger and his sense of balance has improved.  His appetite has improved and his digestion is much better.  Clarence can climb the stairs in his home with some help.  His goal is to get stronger and stronger and get back to running again.  He and Alice will be taking a second round of stem cell, placenta implant treatment in the fall.

Alice and Clarence’s mother also received stem cells placenta implant therapy from Dr. Gonzalez.  She is 71 and was starting to slow down.  She had pain in her shoulders, bad circulation and her foot was always cold.  She now has no pain in the shoulders, her circulation has improved and her energy is really good.

About Us:

Dr. Omar Gonzalez believes in a multi-disciplinary approach to medicine. He practices state-of-the-art anti-aging techniques and combines the best of European, North American, traditional and Chinese medicine. Amazing recoveries are observed for patients with Allergies, Anti-Aging, Stroke, Cancer, Cerebral Palsy, Dermatomyositis, Diabetes, Gangrene, Kidney – Nephrotic Syndrome, Multiple Sclerosis, Muscular Dystrophy, Pain, Psoriasis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Shingles and Spina Bifida.

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Health Tourism Portal Expands Global Provider Partnerships

PlacidWay, a health & wellness tourism web portal, recently expanded its number of partnerships with healthcare providers abroad, following a company directive to increase its offerings to health tourism consumers. Previously, the site has attracted partnerships from healthcare providers in India, Thailand, Malaysia, Argentina, Panama, South Africa and Poland. Recent additions include providers based in Brazil, Costa Rica, Bolivia, Mexico, Guatemala, Singapore, Norway, South Korea, Hungary, United States, and Croatia.

Attention to the needs of both sides of the health tourism coin—consumers and healthcare providers—has been a differentiator for the web portal. “Our partnership with PlacidWay has resulted in an increased interest in our facility by health tourists” said Dr. Ismael Naypa of Yanhee International Hospital in Bangkok, Thailand. “PlacidWay has worked with us to ensure that we had all the knowledge, resources and tools needed to attract new clients.”

As healthcare providers around the world realize the advantages of marketing on a global basis, they have turned to PlacidWay to establish their brand and gain greater visibility. “We recently identified health tourism as a key strategy for expanding our client base” said Abhik Moitra of Artemis Health Institute in India. “By partnering with PlacidWay, we have stepped out into the world arena and have become more competitively and prominently marketed.”

Health tourism is a centuries-old industry that has recently experienced explosive growth, and one that continues to grow as rising healthcare costs, overburdened public healthcare systems, increased interest in alternative/holistic medicine and less expensive procedures abroad prompt health and wellness seekers to travel beyond their backyard for more affordable options.

“PlacidWay has become a leading authority in the field of health tourism through its vision, commitment to service and determination to be the most complete resource possible” said Pramod Goel, President of PlacidWay. “We offer world class healthcare providers in exotic destinations, a formidable knowledge and information base, quick response turnaround and a one-stop approach to booking a health tourism experience.”

For more information on PlacidWay, go to www.placidway.com.

Ayurveda – the complete introduction

Ayurveda – the Complete Medical Science
Ayurveda implies the science of life. It recommends the measures that have to be adopted in routine life style as well as the treatment procedures for diseases. It is a science with its base on the Tridosha principle. Doshas are the representation/generalisation of the biological functions of human body. Both health and disease are based on the balance or imbalance of these doshas.

These variations in the doshas are brought about by various factors of food and other regimen, environment, climate etc. Its a common day experience to find the role of food, food pattern in the formation or mitigation of ailment. How this can be elicited will be detailed further. It can be thought about to a good extent that we are what we eat. There are clear cut and vivid detailing of the remedial measures to bring vitiated dosha to normality / balance by Sodhana (purifying therapy) and samana (curative therapy).

The uniqueness of Ayurveda is Rasayana (Rejuvenation therapy) which aims at increasing the longevity of a person by improving the functions of the Saptadhatus (the seven structural units of the body). This has profound importance in immunity status enhancement of a person and also in the cure of severely ill patients generally incurable diseases. Kerala Ayurveda doctors specialise in this aspect.

The theoratical and practical framework of Ayurveda is wide enough to include all that is essential to make a man healthy and happy. It includes the study of right conduct (dharma), which is necessary for the healthy growth of society in which the man lives. Further it deals with the philosophical aspect of life, the knowledge of which contributes greatly to the comfort and happiness of all human beings. Ayurveda philosophically understands the limitation of human efforts. Still it talks about the means of prolonging life and the methods of invigorating it.

The objectives of Ayurveda are mainly two, the first being the maintenance of positive health -that is preventive healthcare and the other – treatment of diseases i.e. curative healthcare. These clearly defined objectives are achieved through logically developed means in a classical way. On the basis of objectives defined, the sum and substance of Ayurveda can be classified into two parts;

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The Trend in Medical Tourism for Expats

Overview
The growing trend of Indians, Malaysians, and Asians returning to their home countries for medical procedures and treatments is growing. This trend also incorporates Latino, Thai, and European émigré’s. Of course, competitive rates, state-of-the-art facilities, and highly qualified professionals are responsible for more Expats than ever before returning to their homelands for medical treatments and procedures.

Worldwide Medical Market
The reasons many émigrés are returning to their homeland countries for treatments and medical procedures are because they cost less. In addition, wait periods for visits and treatments is often less than that found in the United States. Of course, the opportunity to visit family and friends is also a decision for many returning to their homelands.

The concept of medical tourism is not new. The ancient Greeks and Romans often traveled throughout the Mediterranean to participate in rituals and healing practices on a yearly basis. In the 1700s, Europeans from France, Britain, Ireland, and Italy traveled to spas in Germany as well as made tracks to the Egyptian Nile River for the benefits of hot mineral water baths and rituals.

Today, India is a popular destination for medical tourism and outsourcing of medical procedures. Non-Resident Indians or NRIs (Indians living abroad) are increasingly returning to their homeland for such procedures, and save money on flight, hotel, and postoperative vacation while visiting friends and family. India attracts patients and expatriates from around Europe, the United States, the Middle East and Canada.

The same applies for Latinos living in the United States returning to their South American countries of origin, including Brazil, Argentina, Mexico, and Venezuela.  Accessible, cross-border tourist destinations north and south of the border allows Latino citizens and residents living within the United States the option to travel to such destinations to receive qualified, exceptional, as well as competitive medical rates in their native homelands. Combining medical visits with family reunions and get-togethers is growing in popularity and allows everyone to take care of medical needs and family obligations at the same time.

What You Get
Finding adequate health care providers and coverage is growing increasingly competitive in the United States. Outsourcing medical care and procedures is the result of high medical insurance costs and procedures throughout the United States and Britain. The major cause of such high rates is due to excessive medical malpractice insurance that most American physicians are forced to obtain to protect themselves and their medical practices. More naturalized Americans are realizing that healthcare options in their native countries will enable them to receive superlative health care while at the same time enjoying the comfort and familiarity of their surroundings. Support from extended family and friends will help to facilitate the recovery process and save thousands of dollars in hospital costs, because many of those people will stay with loved ones during their recuperation.

Global competition attracts Indian, Latino, and Asian natives back to their home countries for treatments, but is also drawing thousands of American citizens and residents to their countries for treatments as well.

Medical tourism companies also offer many Expats vacation aspects that include post-recovery restorative or hotel stays in attractive resort-like locations or staying home with their friends and family. Private hospitals in Malaysia, India, Singapore, Argentina and Costa Rica offer such amenities and services for those recovering from surgical procedures and treatments.

Expats often feel more comfortable returning to their homelands for medical treatments and procedures, not only due to the cost benefits, but also because the types of procedures available overseas are more familiar to their culture and belief systems.

While many new treatments are becoming more accepted in the United States, other treatments and procedures such as acupuncture, yoga, meditation, traditional Chinese medicine, Ayurveda, and natural alternative treatments are understood and accessible internationally by Expats and their families.

Crossing Borders for Treatment
Latinos often return to Mexico and Latin America for cheaper though exceptional dental care, low-cost prescription drugs, and physician services. Prices for procedures in Mexico are generally 40% lower than those performed in the United States.

South American expatriates are returning to Venezuela, Argentina, Costa Rica and Brazil for high quality dental work as well as cosmetic and plastic surgery procedures that save tens of thousands of dollars in fees and services.

Asian expatriates are returning to Malaysia, Thailand, Singapore, Japan and India because orthopedic and cardiac procedures and treatments are more affordable than anything they can find in the United States.

The Bottom Line
For the price of an airline ticket, hotel accommodations and a return to their home country, more expatriates than ever before are opting for medical procedures and treatments in their native countries. In many cases, the overall cost of everything (air fare, accommodations and health care) included for internationally based medical procedures and treatments are still less than half the cost of a traditional hospital stay within the United States.

It’s no wonder that many Expats émigrés and Americans are seeking treatment for illnesses or injuries out of the country for their needs.

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