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In reply to the discussion: Naturopaths and the creep of pseudo-science [View all]mother earth
(6,002 posts)traditional modes. That's the beauty of alternatives, SO if it's of benefit, it's worthy of being in the mix. I'm not going to argue "horseshit" or what, you deem "worthy" of a physician using in the practice of medicine. However, I would advise leaving that to the professionals, they don't do voodoo, they do answer to the AMA and other entities, snake oil is more like the BS guy, Kevin Trudeau, and a snake oil salesman also has to answer to the laws in this country (which I believe he has). It's the very reason why all practicing physicians go through the scrutiny and credentialing processes they do. There are consequences for anything that is quackery.
I understand and agree that not every "alternative" is worthy or effective, but these things are strictly regulated esp. when a group of physicians are utilizing it in their practice. Do you really think they would risk their livelihoods and licensure to sell the public snake oil? They rely on their reputations, their skills and word of mouth. Haven't you ever rec'd a rating survey from your insurance company asking how you were treated by your physician? You do know complaints about health care treatment are taken seriously and do reflect poorly on the practitioner? A physician can lose their ability to act as a provider if they were to act as you are describing.
Please stop knee jerk reactions and reflect for a moment or two. I'm sure you can reach reasonable conclusions.
As for the physical therapy treatments I mentioned, again, pain can be a difficult thing to manage. These therapies are definitely of benefit for patients, or else why would the patients return for completion of their therapy sessions? These sessions are ordered via physician orders, a physician would discontinue and try something else. These are scientific and methodical processes, if you believe the things you have said, you have no understanding of these issues.