The touch that heals

THE ARTICLE, "Map your journey to health" in the Metroplus of April 26 discussed some of the healing systems which are gaining popularity as alternatives to allopathy. Among them may be mentioned the classical acu-feather-touch therapy which imposes no dietary restrictions on patients unlike some of the well-known alternative systems. The side effects that are invariably experienced after taking allopathic medicines are also absent.

The unique features of this system are: needles are not used as in acupuncture, the drugs and injections that are part and parcel of allopathy are also avoided and, most important, the treatment is non-invasive.

Touch therapy revolves round the healing power of the life force. The health of an individual thus hinges on the relationship of the vital organs in the body with the five elements which, as per this system, are - earth, air, water, wood and fire. Any disturbance in this equilibrium results in disease which can be identified by studying specific pulse points in the body. There are 12 fundamental organs, each with its own set of consecutive points which are arranged in a pattern called meridians. These points keep in touch with the universal electromagnetic energy and maintain harmony between the body and the universe.

This healing system believes that prevention is better than cure and does not advocate temporary palliatives. Disease is a result of the discord in the circulation of energy and this in turn is caused by internal factors such as anxiety, anger, undesirable thoughts, mental fatigue, activities which go against nature and ingestion of additives in food. There are external factors as well such as trauma and surgery.

A cure is effected when the patient's pulse points are stimulated by the light touch of the therapist's index finger. The treatment is individualised by selecting specific pulse points in line with the diagnosis made by the therapist. Depending on the severity of the ailment, treatment is given once or twice a month.

D. GNANAM & I. MAEIGNANA ARUMUGHAM

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