What really is naturopathy?

Journal/Book: Physikalische Medizin Rehabilitationsmedizin Kurortmedizin. 1992; 2/6: 186-189.

Abstract: "Naturopathy" is the knowledge of the body's own defence mechanisms, of its adaptability and the healing reactions in response to pathogenetic impulses and decisive "stimuli". These are real natural healing powers; irrational concepts (illusions) cannot claim to be naturopathy. This cannot be presented as a particular system, complete in itself, natural healing powers are present in all functional ranges and their activation for therapeutic purposes is the governing principle of any therapy. Gaining recognition for naturopathy demands the presentation of proof of its effectiveness.Applied naturopathy is "Physical Therapy". A contrast "Traditional Medicine - Natural Medicine" would be unrealistic; any alternative of conventional medical treatment is fiction.

Keyword(s): Naturheilkunde

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