Alternative Medicine Archives

The Pioneering Life and Controversial Legacy of Samuel Hahnemann, Founder of Homeopathy

Dr. Sajeev Dev1 month ago1 month ago024 mins

Early Life and Background Christian Friedrich Samuel Hahnemann was born on April 10, 1755, in Meissen, Saxony, near Dresden. He came from a humble yet cultured background, with his father, Christian Gottfried Hahnemann, earning a living as a painter and designer of fine porcelain. This environment would cultivate both an appreciation for art and a…

Cupping Therapy/ Hijama: An Examination of Its Practice, Claims, and Scientific Scrutiny

Dr. Sajeev Dev2 months ago2 months ago025 mins

Cupping Therapy/Hijama Cupping therapy, a technique with roots in ancient medical traditions, involves creating suction on the skin using specially designed cups. This practice, believed to enhance blood flow and facilitate healing, has been integrated into various medical systems across different cultures, including Traditional Chinese Medicine and Middle Eastern therapies. The core principle behind cupping…