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   Summary:Various forms of therapeutic superficial tissue manipulation have been practiced for thousands of years across cultures. Interest in massage surged in the 1970s, particularly in athletes and as a complementary therapy to promote well-being, relaxation, pain-reduction, stress-relief, musculoskeletal injury healing, sleep enhancement, and quality-of-life. A common goal of therapy is to "help the body heal itself." Touch is fundamental to massage therapy and is used by therapists to locate painful or tense areas, to determine how much pressure to apply, and to establish a therapeutic relationship with clients.Scientific Evidence:Uses These uses have been tested in humans or animals. Safety and .... 		Massage

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Ginkgo for Dementia
Ginkgo biloba is a Chinese herbal medicine used in the treatment of variety of neurological conditions including Alzheimer’s disease, a form of dementia. A review published in the American ....

 

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Sage for Dementia

  

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Ginseng

Ginseng for Dementia

  

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Bacopa

Bacopa for Dementia
  Summary:Bacopa monnieri leaf extract is called brahmi in Ayurvedic medicine and is widely used in India, especially for enhancing memory, analgesia, and epilepsy. A number of drugs, including bacopa, have ....

 

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Music therapy for Dementia
Music therapy: Music is used to influence physical, emotional, cognitive, and social well-being and improve quality of life for healthy people, as well as those who are disabled or ill. ....

 

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