SonshineLearner Posted July 24, 2011 Share Posted July 24, 2011 (edited) I was thinking about that many of us are alternative with our schooling, and wondering if this is in any way an indication of how we treat our bodies, too. ("I" really was meant as I or my family) :) Edited July 24, 2011 by NayfiesMama Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dandelion Posted July 24, 2011 Share Posted July 24, 2011 (edited) I've taken my son to a Naturopath for ongoing treatment, and would consider seeing a Naturopath myself if I had a need to see a doctor. We also use natural/alternative treatments for colds, the flu, and whatever else ails us - antibiotics and other western medicines are a last resort for us at this point. We haven't always approached medical care this way - it's been a slow progression and we've been on the "alternative" side of things for the past year or so now. My DH is still staunchly in the western medicine camp for the most part, but he's been more willing to try some alternative treatments as of late and he's fine with whatever I decide to do for the kids and myself. Works for me. :) Edited July 24, 2011 by Dandelion Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrogMom5 Posted July 24, 2011 Share Posted July 24, 2011 We've used many alternative meds/treatments in the last 12 yrs. We started down this road due to our oldest ds's medical problems. Here is the list: - dietary changes and supplements - Tomatis auditory training - sublingual drops for allergies and food intolerances - vision therapy - cranial sacial treatments(I can never spell that one correctly) - CES (cranial electrical stimulation) - SOMONAS - mild chelation - herbal and homeopathic medicines (using a homeopathic dr.) - chiropractor (I love chiropractors!) We are saving up for neurofeedback next summer. Some of the treatments we did were alternative at the time we did them and now they are more mainstream. I'm glad people no longer have to fight as hard as we did to find and receive this type of medical care. Denise Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peela Posted July 24, 2011 Share Posted July 24, 2011 I was studying Naturopathy before I had even heard of homeschooling, so it was that way around for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sbgrace Posted July 24, 2011 Share Posted July 24, 2011 (edited) I delved into alternative health when I found myself with a medically complicated special needs child. This was well before I thought of homeschooling. His needs were my original motivation for homeschooling as well though. Edited July 24, 2011 by sbgrace Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted July 24, 2011 Share Posted July 24, 2011 I've done all of the ones mentioned in your poll except for acupuncture. I have however done acupressure treatment and diagnostics based on your acupuncture meridians. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YLVD Posted July 24, 2011 Share Posted July 24, 2011 I've done all except for seeing a chiropractor. I utilize massage therapy as well. It helped lower my blood pressure during pregnancy and I credit it with helping me go drug free through labor. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NanceXToo Posted July 24, 2011 Share Posted July 24, 2011 I've been to the chiropractor for sciatica. Strongly considering acupuncture for same. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OLG Posted July 24, 2011 Share Posted July 24, 2011 Use all but chiro! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ColoNative Posted July 24, 2011 Share Posted July 24, 2011 Two of my DSs and DH were all on lots of allergy medicine several years ago. My husband got really sick and lost 40+ pounds. We then went to a Naturopath, followed his dietary plan and my DSs and DH no longer take allergy medicine and my husband has never felt better. BTW, DH went to lots of doctors before going to the Naturopath, was on lots of different medications and nothing worked. (We do believe there is a time for medical doctors - we are not anti-medical doctor. We just know that there are better alternatives for many things). I also had acupuncture when I was pregnant with baby #3. I was so sick, and it helped quite a bit. It didn't completely take away the nausea, but was certainly much better than previous pregnancies! We go to the chiropractor regularly! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mommymilkies Posted July 24, 2011 Share Posted July 24, 2011 I do chiropractic. I am begging my dh to go back to school to be a Chiro or my kids to become Chiros. I would try the rest if I had the money! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jennifer3141 Posted July 24, 2011 Share Posted July 24, 2011 I've done chiropractic but it didn't make a bit of difference in my back. I tried three and moved back to conventional medicine for that. It's not on the poll but I do use herbs a lot for my family and pets. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newbie Posted July 24, 2011 Share Posted July 24, 2011 All of the above. Anything that works. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SonshineLearner Posted July 24, 2011 Author Share Posted July 24, 2011 I've done chiropractic but it didn't make a bit of difference in my back. I tried three and moved back to conventional medicine for that. It's not on the poll but I do use herbs a lot for my family and pets. Hey Jennifer! :) Acupuncture for backs is what the study that we were being told about...was all about! ;) I even had my cat get acupuncture for her respiratory problem, because I was so convinced. (the next day at her vet appt) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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