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More Metro Hospitals Embrace Alternative Care

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Hospitals, long considered stalwarts of Western medicine, are increasingly embracing treatment options more often associated with the East, such as acupuncture, naturopathy, massage therapy and hypnosis.

Don't give up guys, there are some open minded folks out there. And we are growing.

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Permalink Reply by lee kalpin on December 14, 2009 at 8:58pm
I do know of several hospitals in Ontario that employ massage therapists
When I was Dean of a massage college, we sent students into Obstetrics wards to massage women in labour and delivery, into orthopedic departments, and acute brain injury departments. All students were, of course, supervised by very knowledgable MT teachers.
Permalink Reply by Mike Hinkle on December 14, 2009 at 9:06pm
Hi Lee,

Canada is so far ahead of us with these programs. Were there studies done? I would love to hear about the brain injury protocols. How many hours did the students get in this training? Thanks!
Permalink Reply by Kim Goral on December 14, 2009 at 9:55pm
I think it is great that more hospitals are embracing CAM (massage therapy in particular) and many are doing research. There are a few in Boston that I am eyeing for possible employment after I finish my Master's degree. I think therapies such as Reiki or acupuncture can be beneficial to hospital patients, particularly when massage might be contraindicated but they still want that personal connection and attention. And as long as those therapies are not making any false claims about their efficacy, I see no harm in them being included in these hospital prorgams. One in particular that I have looked at extensively this semester (mainly the massage component) is the Zakim Center for Integrative Medicine at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in Boston. I know the Mayo clinic in Rochester is also doing research in this area, as are several other "big-name" hospitals.

Here's the link for the Zakim Center http://www.dana-farber.org/pat/support/zakim/default.html
Permalink Reply by Darcy Neibaur on December 14, 2009 at 10:37pm
The new VA Hospital here locally has already made contact with Massage Envy and letting them know they are hiring LMT's soon. The VA and Military system has been so against alternatiive anything for so long. So this is a big break through for them. Getting in with the VA means a nice retirement.
Permalink Reply by Mike Hinkle on December 15, 2009 at 1:35am
Thank you, Kim. How do you feel about homeopathic practice being allowed in hospitals?

Kim Goral said:
I think it is great that more hospitals are embracing CAM (massage therapy in particular) and many are doing research. There are a few in Boston that I am eyeing for possible employment after I finish my Master's degree. I think therapies such as Reiki or acupuncture can be beneficial to hospital patients, particularly when massage might be contraindicated but they still want that personal connection and attention. And as long as those therapies are not making any false claims about their efficacy, I see no harm in them being included in these hospital prorgams. One in particular that I have looked at extensively this semester (mainly the massage component) is the Zakim Center for Integrative Medicine at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in Boston. I know the Mayo clinic in Rochester is also doing research in this area, as are several other "big-name" hospitals.

Here's the link for the Zakim Center http://www.dana-farber.org/pat/support/zakim/default.html
Permalink Reply by Agnes Trama on December 15, 2009 at 6:22am
Hi Mike
This has been a dream of mine since the early 90's to combine Eastern and Western treatment. I told a friend of mine by the time that comes to fruitation, I'll probably be to old to practice. Her I am 20 years later reading about the possibilities. I believe it will happen. So for younger therapist, hang in there because it is coming.
Permalink Reply by Kim Goral on December 15, 2009 at 9:21am
Well, you know, at least patients will be staying hydrated, that's always a good thing, though it would probably be a lot cheaper and equally as effective to just drink water from the tap. :) And, in a hospital setting, patients will likely not be foregoing actual treatment for their conditions. If any of the hospitals do conduct research on it, it's likely that it will not remain in the hospitals for long.

I'm still glad massage is getting into hospitals, and I think massage will be there to stay for a long time :)



Mike Hinkle said:
Thank you, Kim. How do you feel about homeopathic practice being allowed in hospitals?

Kim Goral said:
I think it is great that more hospitals are embracing CAM (massage therapy in particular) and many are doing research. There are a few in Boston that I am eyeing for possible employment after I finish my Master's degree. I think therapies such as Reiki or acupuncture can be beneficial to hospital patients, particularly when massage might be contraindicated but they still want that personal connection and attention. And as long as those therapies are not making any false claims about their efficacy, I see no harm in them being included in these hospital prorgams. One in particular that I have looked at extensively this semester (mainly the massage component) is the Zakim Center for Integrative Medicine at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in Boston. I know the Mayo clinic in Rochester is also doing research in this area, as are several other "big-name" hospitals.

Here's the link for the Zakim Center http://www.dana-farber.org/pat/support/zakim/default.html
Permalink Reply by Mike Hinkle on December 15, 2009 at 10:52am
Hi Agnes,

It is a start. But we have a long way to go. Massage therapists need to contact hospitals everywhere and see where they can help. I think this will get more hospitals on board. If therapists could volunteer some work, I think it would help get our foot in the door. Keep the Faith!

Agnes Trama said:
Hi Mike
This has been a dream of mine since the early 90's to combine Eastern and Western treatment. I told a friend of mine by the time that comes to fruitation, I'll probably be to old to practice. Her I am 20 years later reading about the possibilities. I believe it will happen. So for younger therapist, hang in there because it is coming.
Permalink Reply by Kat Farber on December 15, 2009 at 11:24am
I agree with you, Mike. Volunteer work is very important to the promotion of the industry in a clinical setting. I currently do volunteer massage work for the hospice in Baltimore and at Shepherd Clinic (it's an inner city clinic for people without insurance. It just started a wellness center called Joy Wellness Center: http://www.shepherdsclinic.org/) Both could use a lot more massage therapist volunteers.

Mike Hinkle said:
Hi Agnes,

It is a start. But we have a long way to go. Massage therapists need to contact hospitals everywhere and see where they can help. I think this will get more hospitals on board. If therapists could volunteer some work, I think it would help get our foot in the door. Keep the Faith!

Agnes Trama said:
Hi Mike
This has been a dream of mine since the early 90's to combine Eastern and Western treatment. I told a friend of mine by the time that comes to fruitation, I'll probably be to old to practice. Her I am 20 years later reading about the possibilities. I believe it will happen. So for younger therapist, hang in there because it is coming.
Permalink Reply by Mike Hinkle on December 15, 2009 at 11:44am
Shepard Clinic has exactly the right idea to help off-set some of the healthcare costs effecting the healthcare industry. Thank you so much for volunteering to work there. Maybe if you started a volunteer campaign right now, for before Christmas work or just after, you'll pick up more volunteers. We need a million of you! Thanks!

Kat Farber said:
I agree with you, Mike. Volunteer work is very important to the promotion of the industry in a clinical setting. I currently do volunteer massage work for the hospice in Baltimore and at Shepherd Clinic (it's an inner city clinic for people without insurance. It just started a wellness center called Joy Wellness Center: http://www.shepherdsclinic.org/) Both could use a lot more massage therapist volunteers.

Mike Hinkle said:
Hi Agnes,

It is a start. But we have a long way to go. Massage therapists need to contact hospitals everywhere and see where they can help. I think this will get more hospitals on board. If therapists could volunteer some work, I think it would help get our foot in the door. Keep the Faith!

Agnes Trama said:
Hi Mike
This has been a dream of mine since the early 90's to combine Eastern and Western treatment. I told a friend of mine by the time that comes to fruitation, I'll probably be to old to practice. Her I am 20 years later reading about the possibilities. I believe it will happen. So for younger therapist, hang in there because it is coming.
Permalink Reply by Mike Hinkle on December 15, 2009 at 11:49am
The questions was in relation to Dr. Lawton's Homepathic Practice. I just wondered about your feelings about that method being introduced to the setting. I agree with you.

Kim Goral said:
Well, you know, at least patients will be staying hydrated, that's always a good thing, though it would probably be a lot cheaper and equally as effective to just drink water from the tap. :) And, in a hospital setting, patients will likely not be foregoing actual treatment for their conditions. If any of the hospitals do conduct research on it, it's likely that it will not remain in the hospitals for long.

I'm still glad massage is getting into hospitals, and I think massage will be there to stay for a long time :)



Mike Hinkle said:
Thank you, Kim. How do you feel about homeopathic practice being allowed in hospitals?

Kim Goral said:
I think it is great that more hospitals are embracing CAM (massage therapy in particular) and many are doing research. There are a few in Boston that I am eyeing for possible employment after I finish my Master's degree. I think therapies such as Reiki or acupuncture can be beneficial to hospital patients, particularly when massage might be contraindicated but they still want that personal connection and attention. And as long as those therapies are not making any false claims about their efficacy, I see no harm in them being included in these hospital prorgams. One in particular that I have looked at extensively this semester (mainly the massage component) is the Zakim Center for Integrative Medicine at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in Boston. I know the Mayo clinic in Rochester is also doing research in this area, as are several other "big-name" hospitals.

Here's the link for the Zakim Center http://www.dana-farber.org/pat/support/zakim/default.html
Permalink Reply by Christopher A. Moyer on December 15, 2009 at 12:22pm
I can't picture homeopathy in hospitals without seeing this brilliant video in my mind:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HMGIbOGu8q0

Classic.

Kim Goral said:
Well, you know, at least patients will be staying hydrated, that's always a good thing, though it would probably be a lot cheaper and equally as effective to just drink water from the tap. :) And, in a hospital setting, patients will likely not be foregoing actual treatment for their conditions. If any of the hospitals do conduct research on it, it's likely that it will not remain in the hospitals for long.

I'm still glad massage is getting into hospitals, and I think massage will be there to stay for a long time :)



Mike Hinkle said:
Thank you, Kim. How do you feel about homeopathic practice being allowed in hospitals?

Kim Goral said:
I think it is great that more hospitals are embracing CAM (massage therapy in particular) and many are doing research. There are a few in Boston that I am eyeing for possible employment after I finish my Master's degree. I think therapies such as Reiki or acupuncture can be beneficial to hospital patients, particularly when massage might be contraindicated but they still want that personal connection and attention. And as long as those therapies are not making any false claims about their efficacy, I see no harm in them being included in these hospital prorgams. One in particular that I have looked at extensively this semester (mainly the massage component) is the Zakim Center for Integrative Medicine at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in Boston. I know the Mayo clinic in Rochester is also doing research in this area, as are several other "big-name" hospitals.

Here's the link for the Zakim Center http://www.dana-farber.org/pat/support/zakim/default.html

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