Global Research Conference on Traditional and Alternative Medicine

Ancient medical knowledge is a topic covered by both traditional and alternative medicine.  Primitive medicine employs skills and practices derived from theories, beliefs, and cultural experiences to maintain and improve health, as well as diagnose, treat, and prevent mental and physical illnesses.  Another name for it is supplementary or alternative medicine, and a more widely used kind of traditional medicine is herbal therapy.  Ayurveda, homeopathy, aromatherapy, acupuncture, and Chinese or Oriental medicine are examples of traditional alternative medicine.