Acupuncture

Traditional Chinese medicine practice that involves inserting thin needles into specific points on the body to promote healing and balance

Adherence

Attachment or commitment to a person, cause, or belief

Ayurvedic Medicine

A traditional Indian system of medicine that emphasizes balance among the body, mind, and spirit to promote health and prevent disease

Chiropractic Medicine

A healthcare profession focused on diagnosing and treating musculoskeletal disorders, especially of the spine, using hands-on techniques to support the body’s natural ability to heal itself

Colleague Orientation

A structured introduction for new employees that familiarizes them with the company, their role, and workplace culture, setting the stage for successful integration

Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM)

Refers to medical practices and products that are not part of standard medical care, used either alongside or instead of conventional treatments

Creative Nonadherence

The modification or supplementation of a prescribed treatment regimen based on a patient's personal beliefs or understanding of their condition

Dietary Supplements

Products intended to add nutrients or other beneficial substances to your diet, available in forms like pills, powders, or liquids

Double-Blind Experiment

Neither the participants nor the experimenters know who is receiving a particular treatment

Guided Imagery

A relaxation technique that uses mental visualization to promote calmness, reduce stress, and improve overall well-being

Health Maintenance Organization (HMO)

1 common type of health insurance that typically comes with a specific network of providers you can use to get care

Holistic Medicine

A healing approach that considers the whole person—body, mind, spirit, and emotions—in the quest for optimal health and wellness

Homeopathy

A system of alternative medicine based on the belief that the body can heal itself using highly diluted natural substances

Hypnosis

A mental state of focused attention, deep relaxation, and heightened suggestibility, often used therapeutically to influence behavior and perception

Integrative Medicine

A holistic, evidence-based approach that combines conventional medical treatments with complementary therapies to treat the whole person—mind, body, and spirit

Managed Care

A healthcare delivery system designed to control costs and improve quality by coordinating medical services through a network of providers

Nonadherence

The failure or refusal to follow prescribed medical, therapeutic, or behavioral recommendations

Patient-Centered Care

A healthcare approach that prioritizes the patient’s needs, values, and preferences, involving them actively in decisions about their care

Placebo

A sham or inactive treatment used in medical research and clinical trials to test the effectiveness of real treatments

Placebo Effect

A phenomenon where a person experiences real improvements in symptoms after receiving a treatment that has no therapeutic effect, driven by expectation and belief

Preferred-Provider Organization (PPO)

A type of health insurance plan that offers flexibility in choosing healthcare providers while providing cost savings for using a network of preferred providers

Private, Fee-For-Service Care

A type of Medicare Advantage plan that offers flexibility in choosing healthcare providers without requiring a network

Traditional Chinese Medicine

A holistic medical system from China that aims to maintain or restore balance in the body through practices like acupuncture, herbal medicine, and movement therapies

Yoga

A mind and body practice that combines movement, meditation, and breathing