90. Reduce Pain and Age Better with Cupping, Red Light Therapy, Acupuncture, and Cryotherapy
- 90. Reduce Pain and Age Better with Cupping, Red Light Therapy, Acupuncture, and Cryotherapy Diane Gilman 37:20
Empower yourself to take control of your Aging and wellness with Dr. Tom Ingegno, the host of the Irreverent Health podcast and a Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine. He discusses various modalities including cupping, red light therapy, acupuncture, and cryotherapy, shedding light on their efficacy in helping people to age comfortably without pain.
In this enlightening episode, Tom and Diane encourage listeners to embrace holistic approaches to wellness, empower themselves through Education, and collaborate with their bodies to maintain optimal health and vitality at every stage of life.
Exploring Ancient Remedies: Cupping and Its Origins
Dr. Ingegno enlightens listeners on the ancient practice of cupping, a therapy whose origins are so widespread across the civilized world that its precise beginnings remain a mystery. They delve into how cupping can effectively alleviate inflammation and address a myriad of ailments, offering a holistic approach to wellness.
Red Light Therapy: A Modern Miracle Cure
Comparing red light therapy to acupuncture, Dr. Ingegno draws parallels in their mechanisms within the body. Backed by 40 years of clinical research, red light therapy emerges as a potential miracle cure, with Diane sharing her personal transformative experience with its benefits. Tom highlights the inclusivity of East Asian medicine and its integration of successful elements from various medical traditions.
Dr. Ingegno explains how red light therapy operates within the body, talking about the profound impact it has on cellular function.Â
Hyperbaric Chambers and Exercise with Oxygen TherapyÂ
Tom and Diane discuss the benefits of hyperbaric chambers and a new therapy Tom introduced in his practice called Exercise with oxygen therapy. It introduces even more oxygen into the bloodstream in less time than a home hyperbaric chamber.Â
Embracing Cryotherapy: The Cold Chamber Solution
Next, they talk about cryotherapy. It is a relatively recent innovation originating in Japan in 1978. Dr. Ingegno says it helps reduce inflammation, alleviate pain, and cleanses the blood. Despite its chilly nature, cryotherapy offers a dry environment that ensures safety while delivering therapeutic benefits.
Aging Well: Bridging Hospital Healthcare with Holistic Wellness
Delving into the gap between hospital healthcare and holistic wellness, Diane queries why these remarkable healing modalities aren’t more widely encouraged within medical institutions. Dr. Ingegno attributes this disparity to the medical system’s focus on treating illness rather than preventing it, underscoring the importance of bridging the gap between conventional medicine and holistic approaches.
Revolutionizing Wellness: Nutrition and Lifestyle
Reflecting on the state of modern wellness, Dr. Ingegno expresses concern over society’s departure from fundamental wellness practices such as adequate Sleep, balanced nutrition, and regular physical activity. Diane echoes these sentiments, citing research linking processed food diets to adverse health outcomes, and discussing the detrimental effects of industrial meat production on consumer health.
Empowerment Through Education: Making Holistic Therapies Accessible
Recognizing that access to alternative therapies is often a privilege, Dr. Ingegno emphasizes the importance of education and empowerment in promoting wellness. His efforts to make cupping more accessible through his book underscore the potential for individuals to take charge of their health and well-being as they age.
Dr Tom Ingegno links and details
Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/za/podcast/irreverent-health/id1725859350Â
Book: https://www.thecuppingbook.com/Â
Website: https://charmcityintegrative.com
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Qwoted: https://app.qwoted.com/sources/tom-ingegno
Podcast Guests: https://podcastguests.com/expert/drtom/
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