Alternative "Medicine"

[Mr. Perfect]

I was under the impression acupuncture was widespread in Japan, what are the perceptions there.

[Typhoon]

I was under the impression acupuncture was widespread in Japan, what are the perceptions there.

Acupuncture is part of what is known as kampō, the Japanese version of Chinese traditional, so-called, medicine.

The herbology aspect is more far widespread and popular than acupuncture.

However, with regards to acupuncture, I do know people who "swear by it", although I've never given it much attention.

If I'm going to spend my time on mumbo-jumbo, then I may as well go to a shrine and/or temple and pray

[Nonc Hilaire]

I was under the impression acupuncture was widespread in Japan, what are the perceptions there.

Acupuncture is part of what is known as kampō, the Japanese version of Chinese traditional, so-called, medicine.

The herbology aspect is more far widespread and popular than acupuncture.

However, with regards to acupuncture, I do know people who "swear by it", although I've never given it much attention.

If I'm going to spend my time on mumbo-jumbo, then I may as well go to a shrine and/or temple and pray

Needs a new thread. The "Real Life" thread is precious and destined to spin off new topics so let's keep it that way.

[Nonc Hilaire]

Traditional Chinese medicine "Thunder God Vine" shows strong promise in curing cancer in early trials at Johns Hopkins.

http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/20 ... 153118.htm