Eastern Medicine: Acupuncture and Homeopathy

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Eastern Medicine:
Acupuncture and
Homeopathy
Hello everyone! I will introduce you to Eastern
medicine, focusing on acupuncture and homeopathy.
Completed
2nd year student
Groups GN-M 23-4
Senhuna Yana

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What is Eastern Medicine?
Eastern medicine is a broad term that includes various
healing systems originating from Asia. TCM, Ayurveda,
and Tibetan medicine are examples. These systems
focus on restoring balance. They don't just treat
symptoms.
Balance
Holistic
Energy
Restoring
Treating the
Focus on life
balance is key.
whole person.
energy flow.

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Core Principles
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3
Holism
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Qi and Meridians
Treating the body,
Life energy flows
mind, and spirit as a
through pathways in
whole.
the body.
Yin and Yang
Balance
4
Five Elements
Theory
Health is
Elements
maintained through
correspond to
the harmony of
organs and
opposing forces.
functions.

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What is Acupuncture?
Acupuncture involves inserting fine needles. Needles
go into specific points on the body. This regulates Qi
flow and restores balance. It reduces pain and
improves health.
Needles
Qi Flow
Balance
Fine needles
Regulates
Restores
inserted.
energy flow.
body
balance.

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History of Acupuncture
Ancient China
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Over 2,500 years ago.
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Spread to Asia
Evolved in Japan, Korea, and
Westward Expansion
Gained popularity in Europe and the
U.S.
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Vietnam.

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How Acupuncture Works
Nerve
Stimulation
Endorphin
Release
Autonomic
Regulation
Needles
Promotes
Reduces
stimulate
natural
stress and
nerve endings.
painkillers.
inflammation.

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What is Homeopathy?
Homeopathy is alternative medicine. It is based on "like cures like." A substance causing
symptoms can treat similar symptoms. It must be in diluted form.
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Dilution
Substances are diluted.
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Like Cures Like
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Alternative
Treats similar
A form of alternative
symptoms.
medicine.

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History of Homeopathy
Developed by Samuel Hahnemann
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(late 18th century) in Germany
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Spread to Europe, India, and the U.S.
in the 19th and 20th centuries
Still widely used today, especially in
Europe and India.
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Acupuncture in Modern Medicine
Pain Management
Stress Relief
Rehabilitation
Acupuncture is used in hospitals and clinics. WHO recognizes it for many conditions. It is
integrated into CAM programs. It enhances conventional treatments.

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Conclusion
Eastern medicine continues to be an important part of
global healthcare. Acupuncture is widely used in pain
management and rehabilitation, while homeopathy
remains a popular complementary approach for many
people. Both practices have contributed to the
development of holistic medicine and continue to be
integrated into modern healthcare systems. As
research progresses, these traditional methods may
provide new insights into patient-centered healing
and well-being.