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Friday, September 17, 2004

This week's Friday Brain-teaser from xrefer tests your knowledge of Alternative Medicine. Answers here

1. What is the name for the traditional Chinese method of healing by the insertion of thin needles at specified points beneath the skin?
2. A chiropractor usually treats disorders by manipulating the bones of which part of the body?
3. What is the name for the system of complementary medicine which treats diseases by administering minute doses of substances that produce symptoms like those of the disease?
4. In reflexology, which part of the body is usually manipulated or massaged?
5. What is the usual name for the use of selected fragrant substances in lotions and inhalants in an effort to affect mood and promote health?
6. What was the surname of the Australian actor (1869-1955) who devised an alternative therapy for the treatment of back and neck pain by correcting poor posture and movement?
7. A form of alternative medicine devised by Dr Edward Bach uses preparations made from what?
8. Did Shiatsu originate in China, Japan or Malaysia?
9. Is Rolfing a technique of massage, slimming or acupuncture?
10. A Japanese word meaning "universal energy" gives its name to which form of alternative therapy?

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