Glossary of terms: R

is a technique of healing using extrasensory perception (e.s.p.). It is not directed at the physical body so much as at the energy fields around it. The patient can be with the practitioner or many miles away - distance is irrelevant.

a group of spots or an area of red, inflamed and normally itchy skin which can be localised in one part of the body or involve extensive areas.

is a condition where the blood vessels that supply blood to the skin narrow reducing blood flow to the hands.

is caused by bacteria travelling through the body to the joints between bones.

recovery from illness.

structures on the surface of cells that serve as docking sites for other cells or signalling molecules to relay information or trigger a reaction.

maps out the reflexes on the hands and feet to all the organs and the rest of the body. By applying acupressure and massage-like techniques to these reflex points, the related body parts are positively affected, and blood, nerve and lymphatic systems are rejuvenated thus improving supply.

incorporates elements of other alternative healing practices such as spiritual healing, aromatherapy, auras, crystals, chakra balancing, homoeopathy, meditation and naturopathy. It involves the transfer of energy from practitioner to patient to improve the body’s natural ability to heal itself through the balancing of energy.

the period during which the symptoms of a disease decrease or subside.

is used to describe a range of painful conditions of the muscles, tendons and other soft tissues.

Vitamin A derivatives used in the prevention and treatment of various skin problems.

looks back and considers the vulnerability to potentional risks or safety factors in respect of the result that is demonstrated at the beginning of the study.

is a general term applied to a group of diseases, which affect joints, muscles and other parts.

is a condition which causes pain, swelling and inflammation in the joints.

is a specialist in the treatment of musculoskeletal disease and systemic autoimmune conditions commonly referred to as rheumatic diseases. 

the study of disorders characterised by inflammation, degeneration, or metabolic derangement of connective tissue and related structures of the body. These disorders are sometimes referred to collectively as rheumatism.

a group of fungus infections of the skin, hair, toenails and fingernails. Ringworm usually causes reddened and scaly patches on the skin, which form in an irregular ring shape with a slightly raised edge. The patches may be very itchy.

a chronic ulcer arising from a tumour normally present on the face or nose of elderly people.

a chronic disease where the skin is coloured red or pink as a result of the dilation of tiny blood vessels near the surface of the skin normally on the nose, forehead, cheeks and chin.