ILLNESS CATEGORIES:
- Acute
- Subacute
- Chronic
The quicker an acute illness is treated through a biological naturopathic approach, the lower the risk, turning into a chronic condition.
In our search for correct intensity settings, it may be helpful to recognize some illnesses by their specific ending syllables.
-itis = Inflammation
Sinusitis, bronchitis, arthritis, bursitis, gastritis, etc.
(Usually lower intensities to avoid first reactions like increased pain, then slowly apply higher intensities as tolerated.)
-ose = Degeneration
Often experienced in joints; omarthrose (shoulder), spondylarthorse (spine), sclerose
(Usually higher intensities, especially when using the pad for local application.)
-myalgia = Pain within the muscles
Both fibromyalgia and polymyalgia are characterized by muscle pain, but many other aspects of the two conditions differ. Polymyalgia, or polymyalgia rheumatica, is an inflammatory disease of muscle. … Fibromyalgia is not an inflammatory condition
(Starting out with low intensities is crucial to avoid first reactions like increased pain. Slowly increase intensities as tolerated. However, lower intensities settings will benefit the user more, especially since these illnesses are usually chronic.)
Morbus = General term for disease
Usually followed by a specific name. For example Morbus Sudek, Morbus Crohn
(Follow recommended intensity settings according to illness)
Hypo = Deficiency State
Hypoglycemia – too little blood sugar, hypothyroidism – low functioning thyroid
(Normal and higher intensity settings are recommended)
Hyper = Overactive State
Hypertension – high blood pressure, hyperthyroidism – overactive thyroid
(Lower intensities; hyperthyroidism can only be treated when using medication)
Treating chronic conditions with MRS (what to expect): Please refer to the Index “Treating chronic conditions”