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It is our utmost delight and excitement to invite you for the 2nd International Conference on Traditional and Alternative Medicine, to be held in the charming city of Zurich, Switzerland on June 16-17, 2025. The second conference this year will be focused on the theme of “Alchemy of Healing: Unveiling the Secrets of Traditional and Alternative Medicine,” and is sure to be a historical adventure of both the traditional and alternate modes of healing in a more serious understanding.

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The 2nd International Conference on Traditional and Alternative Medicine, to be held in the
charming city of Zurich, Switzerland on June 16-17, 2025. The second conference this year
will be focused on the theme of “Alchemy of Healing: Unveiling the Secrets of Traditional
and Alternative Medicine,” and is sure to be a historical adventure of both the traditional
and alternate modes of healing in a more serious understanding.

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ALTERNATIVE THERAPIES TRADITIONAL KOREAN
AND TREATMENT MEDICINE

METHODS

4. TRADITIONAL MEDICINE

Traditional medicine includes old healing methods passed
down over time rooted in cultural heritage. It covers many
therapies tailored to different cultures’ customs and beliefs,
like herbal remedies, acupuncture, and spiritual healing. This
type of medicine focuses on whole-person treatments and
tries to balance mental, emotional, and spiritual health. It
offers useful tips and ways to stay healthy and cure illnesses
based on deep-rooted cultural knowledge and practices,
though people often use it alongside modern treatments.

5. ALTERNATIVE
MEDICINE

Non-mainstream therapies that replace standard medical treatments fall under alternative
medicine. This includes naturopathy, homeopathy herbal treatments, and acupuncture. Alternative
medicine focuses on natural and holistic approaches to treat illnesses at their root and boost
overall health. It stresses personalized treatments and health prevention, though people often use
it alongside or instead of conventional care. Its growing popularity shows that people want more
options for their well-being

6. ALTERNATIVE THERAPIES AND
TREATMENT METHODS

ACUPUNCTURE

Acupuncture originated in

ancient China over 2,500 years à
ago, rooted in traditional OY
Chinese medicine. It involves =
inserting thin needles into

specific points to balance

energy and promote healing.

HERBAL MEDICINE

Herbal medicine uses plants
and their extracts for healing.
With roots in ancient cultures, it
treats various ailments and

promotes health, emphasizing
natural remedies and holistic
approaches.

HOMEOPATHY

Homeopathy is a holistic treatment
system developed in the late 18th
century. It uses highly diluted
substances to stimulate the body's
natural healing processes, based on
the principle of “like cures like.”

MIND-BODY THERAPIES

Mind-body therapies focus on
the connection between mental
and physical health. Techniques
like meditation, yoga, and tai chi
promote relaxation, reduce
stress, and enhance overall
well-being through mindfulness.

7. TRADITIONAL CHINESE
MEDICINE

Chinese traditional medicine (TCM) is an old healing system that uses methods like
acupuncture herbal remedies, and Tai Chi to balance the body’s key energy, or Qi. TCM
is a time-tested way to heal. It aims to fix basic imbalances to bring the body’s systems
and organs back in sync. To tailor treatments, TCM uses diagnostic tools such as looking

at the tongue and checking the pulse. To handle health and illness, TCM offers a full

approach by mixing these methods with care to prevent problems.

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8. TRADITIONAL JAPANESE MEDICINE

Traditional Japanese medicine treats mental and physical health by combining traditional
methods with the ideas of holistic healing. Acupuncture, moxibustion, and kampo (Japanese herbal
medicine) are important elements that center on regulating the body's essential energy, or Qi. This
method, which has its roots in Chinese medical theories but has been modified for Japanese
culture, places a strong emphasis on customized care, natural solutions, and preventive care.
Modern medical procedures are combined with traditional Japanese medicine to provide a holistic
approach to health and illness treatment.

9. TRADITIONAL KOREAN MEDICINE

To enhance health and harmony, traditional Korean medicine combines traditional
medical knowledge with holistic healing techniques. Acupuncture, herbal medicine, and
Chuna therapy (manual manipulation) are important components. It is based on the
ideas of Qi (vital energy) and systemic balance in the body and emphasizes customized
treatment to target the underlying causes of disease. These techniques are combined
with contemporary developments in Traditional Korean Medicine to provide a thorough

approach to both curative and preventive healthcare.

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