Therapeutic Guide
The purpose of this guide is to provide educational insights, aiming to enhance practitioners' understanding of various conditions along with their corresponding solutions.
Although this Therapeutic Guide offers valuable information, it's not exhaustive. We welcome contributions and revisions, and based on the feedback received, a future updated version might be released.
PDF version updated 8/18/25
Therapeutic Guide
ADD/ADHD
Many people use the terms ADD and ADHD interchangeably, but they are different. ADD (attention deficit disorder) is the colloquial term for one particular type of ADHD. Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is...
ADD/ADHD
Many people use the terms ADD and ADHD interchangeably, but they are different. ADD (attention deficit disorder) is the colloquial term for one particular type of ADHD. Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is...
Acalculous Gallbladder Disease (Gallbladder Dis...
Acalculous gallbladder disease, or acute acalculous cholecystitis, is a condition that causes inflammation of the gallbladder without the presence of gallstones. This is a severe illness that can be triggered...
Acalculous Gallbladder Disease (Gallbladder Dis...
Acalculous gallbladder disease, or acute acalculous cholecystitis, is a condition that causes inflammation of the gallbladder without the presence of gallstones. This is a severe illness that can be triggered...
Allergies - Food
Food allergy is an immune system reaction that occurs soon after eating a certain food. Even a tiny amount of the allergy-causing food can trigger signs and symptoms such as...
Allergies - Food
Food allergy is an immune system reaction that occurs soon after eating a certain food. Even a tiny amount of the allergy-causing food can trigger signs and symptoms such as...
Allergies - Inhaled
Allergies are caused by your body reacting to substances in the air that you breathe. Although airborne allergies are caused by harmless things, your body identifies these substances as “foreign.”...
Allergies - Inhaled
Allergies are caused by your body reacting to substances in the air that you breathe. Although airborne allergies are caused by harmless things, your body identifies these substances as “foreign.”...
Alzheimer's Disease
Alzheimer’s disease is a brain disorder that slowly destroys memory and thinking skills and eventually, the ability to carry out the simplest tasks. In most people with the disease — those...
Alzheimer's Disease
Alzheimer’s disease is a brain disorder that slowly destroys memory and thinking skills and eventually, the ability to carry out the simplest tasks. In most people with the disease — those...
Anemia
Anemia is a condition in which the body lacks enough healthy red blood cells and hemoglobin. Hemoglobin is a protein that transports oxygen throughout the body and it is the...
Anemia
Anemia is a condition in which the body lacks enough healthy red blood cells and hemoglobin. Hemoglobin is a protein that transports oxygen throughout the body and it is the...
Anxiety
Anxiety is the mind and body’s reaction to stressful, dangerous or unfamiliar situations. It’s the sense of uneasiness, distress, or dread you feel before a significant event. A certain...
Anxiety
Anxiety is the mind and body’s reaction to stressful, dangerous or unfamiliar situations. It’s the sense of uneasiness, distress, or dread you feel before a significant event. A certain...
Arthritis - Osteoarthritis
Arthritis is the swelling and tenderness of one or more joints. The main symptoms of arthritis are joint pain and stiffness, which typically worsen with age. The most common...
Arthritis - Osteoarthritis
Arthritis is the swelling and tenderness of one or more joints. The main symptoms of arthritis are joint pain and stiffness, which typically worsen with age. The most common...
Asthma
Asthma is a chronic respiratory condition which is caused by inflammation of the airway that causes the airways to narrow and in turn inhibits breathing. Symptoms Cough Shortness of breath...
Asthma
Asthma is a chronic respiratory condition which is caused by inflammation of the airway that causes the airways to narrow and in turn inhibits breathing. Symptoms Cough Shortness of breath...
Biliary Dyskinesia (Gallbladder Disorders)
Biliary dyskinesia occurs when the gallbladder has a lower-than-normal function. This condition may be related to ongoing gallbladder inflammation. Biliary dyskinesia is a condition where the gallbladder or the sphincter...
Biliary Dyskinesia (Gallbladder Disorders)
Biliary dyskinesia occurs when the gallbladder has a lower-than-normal function. This condition may be related to ongoing gallbladder inflammation. Biliary dyskinesia is a condition where the gallbladder or the sphincter...
Bladder Infection - Cystitis
Infection or inflammation of the urinary bladder or any part of the urinary system. This results in urge to urinate, blood in urine and burning while urinating. Symptoms A...
Bladder Infection - Cystitis
Infection or inflammation of the urinary bladder or any part of the urinary system. This results in urge to urinate, blood in urine and burning while urinating. Symptoms A...
Blood Sugar - Type 2 Diabetes
Blood Sugar/Type 2 Diabetes Type 2 diabetes is a condition that happens because of a problem in the way the body regulates and uses sugar as a fuel. That sugar...
Blood Sugar - Type 2 Diabetes
Blood Sugar/Type 2 Diabetes Type 2 diabetes is a condition that happens because of a problem in the way the body regulates and uses sugar as a fuel. That sugar...
Bronchitis
Bronchitis is inflammation of the bronchial tubes which are the airways that carry air to your lungs. It causes a cough that often brings up mucus. It can also cause...
Bronchitis
Bronchitis is inflammation of the bronchial tubes which are the airways that carry air to your lungs. It causes a cough that often brings up mucus. It can also cause...
Bursitis
Bursitis (bur-SY-tis) is a painful condition that affects the small, fluid-filled sacs — called bursae (bur-SEE). That cushion the bones, tendons and muscles near your joints. Bursitis occurs when bursae...
Bursitis
Bursitis (bur-SY-tis) is a painful condition that affects the small, fluid-filled sacs — called bursae (bur-SEE). That cushion the bones, tendons and muscles near your joints. Bursitis occurs when bursae...
Canker/Cold Sores - Fever Blisters - Herpes Vir...
Canker sores and cold sores are different types of blisters that affect the mouth. Some of the differences are: Cold sores are caused by the herpes simplex virus, while canker...
Canker/Cold Sores - Fever Blisters - Herpes Vir...
Canker sores and cold sores are different types of blisters that affect the mouth. Some of the differences are: Cold sores are caused by the herpes simplex virus, while canker...
Cardiovascular Disease
Cardiovascular disease can refer to a number of conditions: Heart disease: Heart and blood vessel disease (also called heart disease) includes numerous problems, many of which are related to a process...
Cardiovascular Disease
Cardiovascular disease can refer to a number of conditions: Heart disease: Heart and blood vessel disease (also called heart disease) includes numerous problems, many of which are related to a process...
Carpal Tunnel
Carpal Tunnel The carpal tunnel is a narrow passageway surrounded by bones and ligaments on the palm side of the wrist. It contains the median nerve, which controls the sensation and movement...
Carpal Tunnel
Carpal Tunnel The carpal tunnel is a narrow passageway surrounded by bones and ligaments on the palm side of the wrist. It contains the median nerve, which controls the sensation and movement...
Cellular Abnormalities
Anormal cells are cells that have changed or mutated from their normal state. They can be either low-grade or high-grade, depending on how much they differ from normal cells. Abnormal...
Cellular Abnormalities
Anormal cells are cells that have changed or mutated from their normal state. They can be either low-grade or high-grade, depending on how much they differ from normal cells. Abnormal...
Cholecystitis (Gallbladder Disorders)
Abnormal stone-like mass, usually of undissolved cholesterol, formed in the gallbladder. This causes sudden severe pain in upper right side of the abdomen. Symptoms Symptoms of cholecystitis are evident after...
Cholecystitis (Gallbladder Disorders)
Abnormal stone-like mass, usually of undissolved cholesterol, formed in the gallbladder. This causes sudden severe pain in upper right side of the abdomen. Symptoms Symptoms of cholecystitis are evident after...
Colds
A contagious viral infection that affects your nose, throat, sinuses and windpipe. There are many types of viruses that can cause a cold, such as rhinovirus and coronavirus. Symptoms Cough...
Colds
A contagious viral infection that affects your nose, throat, sinuses and windpipe. There are many types of viruses that can cause a cold, such as rhinovirus and coronavirus. Symptoms Cough...
Colic
Colic is when an infant who isn’t sick or hungry cries for more than 3 hours a day, more than 3 days a week, for more than 3 weeks. The condition is a...
Colic
Colic is when an infant who isn’t sick or hungry cries for more than 3 hours a day, more than 3 days a week, for more than 3 weeks. The condition is a...
Constipation
Infrequent, irregular or difficult evacuation of the bowels. Symptoms Signs and symptoms of chronic constipation include: Passing fewer than 7 stools a week Having lumpy or hard stools Straining to...
Constipation
Infrequent, irregular or difficult evacuation of the bowels. Symptoms Signs and symptoms of chronic constipation include: Passing fewer than 7 stools a week Having lumpy or hard stools Straining to...
Cough
A cough is your body's way of responding when something irritates your throat or airways. An irritant stimulates nerves that send a message to your brain. The brain then tells muscles...
Cough
A cough is your body's way of responding when something irritates your throat or airways. An irritant stimulates nerves that send a message to your brain. The brain then tells muscles...
Crohn's Disease
From a conventional medical standpoint Crohn's disease is the result of an abnormal immune system response, during which your body mistakes certain bacteria and other materials in the intestine for...
Crohn's Disease
From a conventional medical standpoint Crohn's disease is the result of an abnormal immune system response, during which your body mistakes certain bacteria and other materials in the intestine for...
Depression
Depression is a common mental disorder. Globally, it is estimated that 5% of adults suffer from the disorder. It is characterized by persistent sadness and a lack of interest or...
Depression
Depression is a common mental disorder. Globally, it is estimated that 5% of adults suffer from the disorder. It is characterized by persistent sadness and a lack of interest or...
Dermatitis-Eczema-Hives
Dermatitis is a general term for conditions that cause inflammation of the skin. Examples include: atopic dermatitis (eczema), contact dermatitis and seborrheic dermatitis (dandruff). These conditions cause red rashes, dry...
Dermatitis-Eczema-Hives
Dermatitis is a general term for conditions that cause inflammation of the skin. Examples include: atopic dermatitis (eczema), contact dermatitis and seborrheic dermatitis (dandruff). These conditions cause red rashes, dry...
Digestive Disorder - Flatulence
Also known as farting, passing wind or gas; flatulence is a medical term for releasing gas from the digestive tract through the anus. It happens when gas collects inside the...
Digestive Disorder - Flatulence
Also known as farting, passing wind or gas; flatulence is a medical term for releasing gas from the digestive tract through the anus. It happens when gas collects inside the...
Ear Infection
An ear infection (sometimes called acute otitis media) is an infection of the middle ear, the air-filled space behind the eardrum that contains the tiny vibrating bones of the ear....
Ear Infection
An ear infection (sometimes called acute otitis media) is an infection of the middle ear, the air-filled space behind the eardrum that contains the tiny vibrating bones of the ear....
Edema (Water Retention)
Edema is swelling caused due to excess fluid accumulation in the body tissues. Edema can occur in any parts of the body.The circulatory system, the kidneys, the lymphatic system, hormonal...
Edema (Water Retention)
Edema is swelling caused due to excess fluid accumulation in the body tissues. Edema can occur in any parts of the body.The circulatory system, the kidneys, the lymphatic system, hormonal...
Elevated Cholesterol
Elevated levels of cholesterol in the blood, also called high cholesterol or hypercholesterolemia, is a condition where cholesterol, a type of lipid (fat), is above what is considered to be the normal...
Elevated Cholesterol
Elevated levels of cholesterol in the blood, also called high cholesterol or hypercholesterolemia, is a condition where cholesterol, a type of lipid (fat), is above what is considered to be the normal...
Epstein Barr Virus
Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) is a virus in the herpesvirus family that can infect humans. EBV infections are very common — you may have already contracted the virus without even knowing...
Epstein Barr Virus
Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) is a virus in the herpesvirus family that can infect humans. EBV infections are very common — you may have already contracted the virus without even knowing...
Eye Problems - Glaucoma
A condition where the eye’s optic nerve, which provides information to the brain, is damaged with or without raised intraocular pressure. This will cause gradual vision loss. Symptoms People want...
Eye Problems - Glaucoma
A condition where the eye’s optic nerve, which provides information to the brain, is damaged with or without raised intraocular pressure. This will cause gradual vision loss. Symptoms People want...
Eye problems- Cataracts
Cataracts is a condition affecting the eye that causes clouding of the lens. A gradual progression of vision problem, may result in vision loss. Symptoms Cataracts usually progresses gradually. Most...
Eye problems- Cataracts
Cataracts is a condition affecting the eye that causes clouding of the lens. A gradual progression of vision problem, may result in vision loss. Symptoms Cataracts usually progresses gradually. Most...
Fibromyalgia
A disorder that affects muscle and soft tissue characterized by chronic muscle pain, tenderness, fatigue, and sleep disturbances. Symptoms Pain: constant dull body pain that lasts for more than 3...
Fibromyalgia
A disorder that affects muscle and soft tissue characterized by chronic muscle pain, tenderness, fatigue, and sleep disturbances. Symptoms Pain: constant dull body pain that lasts for more than 3...
Fungal Infection
Fungal infections can affect anyone and they can appear on several parts of the body. A jock with athlete’s foot, a baby with thrush and a woman with a vaginal...
Fungal Infection
Fungal infections can affect anyone and they can appear on several parts of the body. A jock with athlete’s foot, a baby with thrush and a woman with a vaginal...
Gallstones (Gallbladder Disorders)
Gallstones: Abnormal stone-like mass, usually of undissolved cholesterol, formed in the gallbladder. This causes sudden severe pain in upper right side of the abdomen. Gallstones are hard deposits that can...
Gallstones (Gallbladder Disorders)
Gallstones: Abnormal stone-like mass, usually of undissolved cholesterol, formed in the gallbladder. This causes sudden severe pain in upper right side of the abdomen. Gallstones are hard deposits that can...
Gout
Gout is a painful form of arthritis. When your body has extra uric acid, sharp crystals can form in your joints (usually your big toe). Flare-ups of symptoms like pain...
Gout
Gout is a painful form of arthritis. When your body has extra uric acid, sharp crystals can form in your joints (usually your big toe). Flare-ups of symptoms like pain...
Headache - Migraine
Headache is pain in any region of the head. Headaches may occur on one or both sides of the head, be isolated to a certain location, radiate across the head...
Headache - Migraine
Headache is pain in any region of the head. Headaches may occur on one or both sides of the head, be isolated to a certain location, radiate across the head...
Heartburn
Heartburn is sensation of painful burning in the upper chest. Symptoms Symptoms of heartburn usually consist of a sensation of burning or discomfort after eating, located in the middle of...
Heartburn
Heartburn is sensation of painful burning in the upper chest. Symptoms Symptoms of heartburn usually consist of a sensation of burning or discomfort after eating, located in the middle of...
Hepatitis A
Hepatitis A is a highly contagious liver infection caused by the hepatitis A virus. The virus is one of several types of hepatitis viruses that cause liver inflammation and affect...
Hepatitis A
Hepatitis A is a highly contagious liver infection caused by the hepatitis A virus. The virus is one of several types of hepatitis viruses that cause liver inflammation and affect...
Hookworms
Hookworms are nematode parasites that usually get transmitted through infested soil. They usually affect the poorest individuals in tropical and subtropical areas. Two species are mainly responsible for human infections, Ancylostoma duodenale...
Hookworms
Hookworms are nematode parasites that usually get transmitted through infested soil. They usually affect the poorest individuals in tropical and subtropical areas. Two species are mainly responsible for human infections, Ancylostoma duodenale...
Pneumonia
Pneumonia is an infection that inflames the air sacs in one or both lungs. The air sacs may fill with fluid or pus causing cough with phlegm or pus, fever,...
Pneumonia
Pneumonia is an infection that inflames the air sacs in one or both lungs. The air sacs may fill with fluid or pus causing cough with phlegm or pus, fever,...
Ulcers - Arterial
Arterial ulcers, also called ischemic ulcers occur when there is an insufficient blood supply to the lower extremities. They, frequently occur on the feet and lower legs. An open wound...
Ulcers - Arterial
Arterial ulcers, also called ischemic ulcers occur when there is an insufficient blood supply to the lower extremities. They, frequently occur on the feet and lower legs. An open wound...
Ulcers - Esophageal
Esophageal ulcers form in the esophagus, which is the tube that connects your throat to your stomach. When the inner lining of the esophagus is damaged, an ulcer will form....
Ulcers - Esophageal
Esophageal ulcers form in the esophagus, which is the tube that connects your throat to your stomach. When the inner lining of the esophagus is damaged, an ulcer will form....
Ulcers - Venous
Venous ulcers — (the most common type of leg ulcers) are open wounds that form on your leg, below your knee, and on the inner area of your ankle. They...
Ulcers - Venous
Venous ulcers — (the most common type of leg ulcers) are open wounds that form on your leg, below your knee, and on the inner area of your ankle. They...
Vertigo
Dizziness is a term used to describe a range of sensations, such as feeling faint, woozy, weak or unsteady. Dizziness that creates the false sense that you or your surroundings...
Vertigo
Dizziness is a term used to describe a range of sensations, such as feeling faint, woozy, weak or unsteady. Dizziness that creates the false sense that you or your surroundings...