When I was a young student nurse in 1950 and again when getting my degree in 1980 I had been educated to know the function and problems associated with the interior organs of the physical body. I learned the typical Medical Model for the disease process, trauma repair and the different approaches for healing via surgery and/or medication.
Later I was introduced to Therapeutic Touch for nurses to use in their patient care. It was an application of one’s energy through the hands to create a soothing, relaxing caring touch to facilitate relaxation and healing.
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