Week 2: Complementary

and
Integrative Medicine

Madison Evans

https://wellnesswithmadison.weebly.com
Agenda
01 Introduction

02 Chiropractic Medicine

03 Massage Therapy

04 Yoga

05 Local Service Providers

06 Homework

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Introduction
What is complementary and integrative
medicine?

• These types of practices are alternatives to

traditional western medicine.

• Pain relief and management of symptoms

isn’t always fixed with just prescriptions,
this brings in a more natural way of
addressing the problems.

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Introduction
What is complementary and integrative
medicine?

• These practices should never be used

alone, it is meant to work alongside with
traditional care.

• They can increase outcomes, mood, and

positive effects of treatment.

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01
Introduction
Many people are turning more towards more
holistic and natural approaches to health.

You may have heard of:

- Chiropractic medicine

- Massage Therapy

- Yoga

- Acupuncture

- Aromatherapy

- Hydro floating

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02 Chiropractic Medicine
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Chiropractic Medicine
• Chiropractic medicine is one of the most popular forms of integrative medicine in modern times.

• This is the practice of adjusting your muscles, joints, and bones to help relieve pain.

• By pressing into joints and moving your body around, Chiropractors can help release pressure and tension.

• This form of treatment is now covered by most insurance providers in at least some portion.
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Chiropractic Medicine

(Strength-N-U, 2019)
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Special Speaker!
Meet Dr. Pete Haggenjos!

• Owner and founder of Thrive Chiropractic.

• What benefits are there to seeing a Chiropractor?

• Increased immune system, reduction of injuries, better blood flow,

increased mood, and decreased pain levels in multiple areas.

• What conditions can be treated?

• Back pain, shoulder pain, allergies, epilepsy, infertility, arthritis,

digestive issues, and more (Dr. Haggenjos, 2022).
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Chiropractic Medicine Study
• Chiropractic care can help even adverse, non-muscle related conditions such as Asthma.

Results showed “a study of 81 asthmatic children reported an improvement in 90.1% after being under chiropractic care for
60 days. The children ranged from 1 to 17 years of age. The number of asthma "attacks" decreased by an average of 44.9%,
and 30.9% decreased their use of medication” (Kent, 1998).

• This shows the significant difference complementary medicine can make in everyday lives with common conditions.

• Chiropractic medicine can improve overall life quality and happiness for all ages!
03 Massage Therapy
 03Massage Therapy
• Massage Therapy is the practice of manipulating the body’s muscles. This can relieve pressure and reduce aches
and pains.

• Massage therapy focuses more on the muscles rather than the bones in Chiropractic applications.

• Massage therapy also can have a greater impact on the mind rather than the physical body.

• Benefits include reducing stress, anxiety, and helping clear the mind of overwhelming thoughts.

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Massage Therapy

(eHow, 2008)
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 03 Special Speakers!
• Today we are welcoming special guests from the Hand and Stone Massage Studio!

• They offer everything from Swedish massages, to couple's massages, to facials!

• Memberships are available for monthly services.

• Aromatherapy is incorporated into massage treatments.

• Appointments and services are customized to meet your individual needs!

• With recurring visits, you are bound to feel a difference in your mood and overall sense of self-love!

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 03 Massage Therapy Study
• Not only can massage therapy benefit one’s mental health but complement your physical health as well!

“All patients had degenerative lesions of the spine that were diagnosed by their primary care physician. Patients

received classical therapeutic back massages for a period of 3 weeks at a frequency of 2 times a week. Each treatment

session was 40-minute-long. Analysis of pain was performed before and immediately after therapy to assess changes in

pain…There was a reduction in pain intensity (VAS) and pain perception after massage therapy” (Wilk et al., 2022).

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04 Yoga
Yoga
• Yoga is a practice of stretching muscles as well as
meditating.

• Breathing practices are commonly used

throughout the different poses to concentrate
energy.

• Yoga can be used as a great form of

decompression, it can reduce depression, anxiety,
and improve mental focus.

• Yoga is simple enough to be done from home or

by yourself!

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Yoga Examples
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(Yoga with Adriene, 2015) 18

Yoga Exercises: Hands-on!
Time for you to try some Yoga poses!

Roll out your mats and make sure you have enough space next to your neighbors.

Poses to follow along with for the next 10-15 minutes:

• Child’s pose
• Modified Cobra
• Downward Dog
• Warrior II
• Low Warrior
• Caterpillar
• Modified Corpse

Each position should be held about a minute.

Be sure to focus on breathing- inhale and exhale

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 Benefit Breakdown: Handout #1
Handout #1 will be a quiz on the different benefits of each of the three covered complementary and integrative

medicine practices:

• Chiropractic medicine

• Massage Therapy

• Yoga

Anyone who gets a perfect score on the handout will receive a $10 off coupon for the Hand and Stone Massage
Studio!

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05 Local Service Providers: Handout #2
Chiropractors Massage Therapists Yoga Studios

Thrive Chiropractic Hand and Stone Massage Embra Studio

3071 Madison Rd, Cincinnati, and Facial Spa 3527 Columbia Pkwy,
OH 45209  3242 Vandercar Way, Cincinnati, OH 45226
https://www.thrivechiropracticcenter.com/ https://www.embrastudio.com/
Cincinnati, OH 45209
https://www.handandstonecincinnati-oakley.com/

Greater Cincinnati The Massage Studio World Peace Yoga

Chiropractic 2752 Erie Ave, Cincinnati, OH 268 Ludlow Ave, Cincinnati,
11123 Montgomery Rd #100, 45208 OH 45220
Cincinnati, OH 45249 https://www.themassagestudio.biz/ https://xn--hert-moa.com/world-peace-yoga/
https://www.greatercincychiro.com/

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06 Homework Journal: Handout #3

There will be a homework assignment in between week 2 and week 3 of class.

This will be a reflective journal based on doing yoga every day for at least 20 minutes.

You can do the same poses from the video walkthrough or research your own!

For 7 days, you will do yoga and reflect on how it impacts you physically and mentally.

This assignment is meant to encourage you to feel the long-term results and help create a solid routine if you wish to
continue participating in the exercise.

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Questions?

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References
Dr. Haggenjos. (2022). Cincinnati Chiropractic Care > Conditions Helped with Chiropractic Care - Thrive Chiropractic. Www.thrivechiropracticcenter.com.

https://www.thrivechiropracticcenter.com/cincinnati-chiropractor-services/chiropractic-care/conditions-helped-with-chiropractic-care.html

eHow. (2008). Massage Therapy : What Is a Therapeutic Massage? Www.youtube.com. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W2OmbNExUyg

Hand and Stone. (2022). First Visit | Massage and Facial Spa in Cincinnati | Hand & Stone Massage And Facial. Www.handandstonecincinnati-Oakley.com.

https://www.handandstonecincinnati-oakley.com/first_visit.html

Kent C. (1998). Research upon purpose. Studies report benefits of chiropractic care for asthma patients. Chiropractic Journal, 13(3), 24.

Strength N U. (2019, November 14). Chiropractic Adjustments EXPLAINED! Www.youtube.com. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j-jVyAY0WcA

WILK, I., KOWALCZYK, K., ANDRZEJEWSKI, W., NOWAK, B., & KASSOLIK, K. (2022). Effectiveness of Massage Therapy in Reducing Back Pain in Older

Adults. Medical Science Pulse, 16(2), 15–21. https://doi-org.libauth.purdueglobal.edu/10.5604/01.3001.0015.8755

Yoga with Adriene. (2015). Yoga For Anxiety and Stress [YouTube Video]. In YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hJbRpHZr_d0

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