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Naturopathy  

Type

  • mesh:Descriptor

Definition

  • A drugless system of therapy, making use of physical forces such as air, light, water, heat, massage. Treatments are often diet- and nutrition-oriented with attention given to the patient's personal history and lifestyle. (From Cassileth, Alternative Medicine Handbook, 1998, p329)

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Synonym(s)

  • Medicine, Naturopathic

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http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/JVR-M57FTPNF-W

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