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■ Figure 41-2 Meridian flow chart for the heart and the pericardium. In TCM, the Oi, or life energy, flows
along meridians. Illustrated are meridians associated with (A) the heart and (B) pericardium. (Adapted from
Choi, Y. W. [1973]. The topography of the fourteen meridians. Pasadena, CA: Cunningham Press; with
permission.)

alignment, control of pain, and, ultimately, restoration of proper
body functions. 21

Homeopathic Medicine
Homeopathic medicine was founded by Samuel Hahnemann, a
19th-century German physician and chemist. Treatments involve
prescription of minute doses of plant, mineral, or animal materi-
als. Homeopathy is based on the notion that “like cures like,” that
is, a substance that sickens the well will stimulate innate healing
powers to cure a patient presenting with a similar disease pattern.
Substances used are highly diluted. The belief is that dilute con-
centrations of a substance given to a healthy person may have an
opposite effect in a symptomatic one.

Naturopathic Medicine
Naturopathic medicine is a primary health care system designed
■ Figure 41-3 Person receiving acupuncture treatment. (From
Lewis, S. M., Heitkemper, M. M., & Dirksen, S. R. [2004]. Medical around the principle of supporting the patient’s inherent healing
surgical nursing: Assessment and management of clinical problems [6th capacity. It emphasizes the body’s natural healing powers and per-
ed.]. St. Louis: Mosby; used with permission.) sonal responsibility for prevention and treatment of diseases.