Ellen's Choice

By Elizabeth Harper

Abstract

This case encourages students to explore various aspects of alternative and complementary medicine that might be helpful in treating a woman who is suffering from scoliosis. The case was developed for use in a variety of settings, ranging from an introductory anatomy and physiology course to a general health class where there is an interest in alternative/complementary medicine.

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Date Posted

04/03/2001

Overview

Objectives

To reinforce spinal anatomy.
To establish the significance of normal spinal curvature.
To explore complications due to abnormal curvature.
To establish the relationship between vertebrae, nerve, and organ function.
To reinforce the changing nature of bone due to age, physical and gravitational forces, and lifestyle.
To reinforce basic concepts of immunity and inflammation.
To introduce mind/body connection.
To encourage a deeper understanding of alternative/complementary medicine, both its strengths and weaknesses.
To encourage techniques in exploring and critically evaluating one's own choices in health care.

Keywords

Spinal cord; spine; spinal curvature; scoliosis; inflammation; immunity; alternative medicine; complementary medicine; yoga

Subject Headings

Anatomy

Biology (General)

Medicine (General)

EDUCATIONAL LEVEL

Undergraduate lower division

FORMAT

PDF

TOPICAL AREAS

N/A

LANGUAGE

English

TYPE/METHODS

Dilemma/Decision

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