Energy Medicine and Bodywork Flashcards

What is the therapeutic basis of reflexology?

Answer: Applying pressure to reflex zones on the feet or hands to affect corresponding body organs

Reflexology maps specific zones on the feet, hands, and ears to corresponding body parts, using pressure to promote healing.

Which type of massage is most commonly recommended in holistic medicine for general relaxation and lymphatic support?

Answer: Swedish massage

Swedish massage uses long, gliding strokes to improve circulation, reduce muscle tension, and activate the parasympathetic nervous system.

What is the primary goal of lymphatic drainage massage in holistic medicine?

Answer: To stimulate lymph flow, reduce edema, and support immune function

Manual lymphatic drainage uses very light rhythmic strokes to move lymph fluid, reducing swelling and supporting the immune system.

Which energetic healing modality uses sound vibrations from instruments like singing bowls for therapeutic purposes?

Answer: Sound healing (vibrational therapy)

Sound healing uses acoustic frequencies from bowls, tuning forks, or voice to promote relaxation and cellular resonance.

Therapeutic touch (TT) is based on the premise that the practitioner can do what?

Answer: Detect and modulate a patient's biofield energy without necessarily making physical contact

Therapeutic touch involves sensing and rebalancing the human biofield — an energy field thought to surround and permeate the body.

What is the holistic medicine rationale for incorporating bodywork into a patient's care plan?

Answer: Bodywork addresses physical tension, emotional holding patterns, and nervous system dysregulation simultaneously

Holistic bodywork addresses the inseparable physical, emotional, and neurological dimensions of the patient's lived experience.