Naturopathy

**Definition:** A drugless system of therapy, making use of physical forces such as air, light, water, heat, massage. Treatments are often diet- and nutrition-oriented with attention given to the patient's personal history and lifestyle. (From Cassileth, Alternative Medicine Handbook, 1998, p329)

**Tree numbers:** - E02.190.655

**Synonyms:** - Medicine, Naturopathic