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DP writes: "I have had myofascial release done on my neck and other parts of my body by physical therapists in the past. Not by massage therapists, but actual PT's. . . . Can you speak of this on your blog, under the name of myofascial release, so that people may be aware of how similar this practice is to craniosacral therapy, and how they have the potential to make one vulnerable to the occult?"
Tuning Forks are For Pianos, Not People
PM writes: "I have MS and have been to many physicians. A local chiropractor has a new therapy using tuning forks and life energy. I am a Catholic and am suspicious of some of these 'cures' that have been postulated. These tuning forks are said to redirect the energy in the body. Do you think this is for real?"
When Wacky Diets Abuse the Precious Gift of our Health
PJ writes: "Can you comment on Sally Fallon and The Weston Price Foundation and her book 'Nourishing Traditions?' I know many Catholic families embracing her philosophies for healthy eating, however some of it goes against current accepted nutritional advice."
What New Age Therapies Couldn't Do, Catholic Prayer Did!
The following is a beautiful witness from one of our regular blog readers:
What Price Are You Willing to Pay to Achieve a "Super Conscious State"?
DS asks: "I was wondering if you would comment on the Unified Therapy approach to healing? As far as I can see there are no contradictions to what the Church teaches and it would be a viable mode of therapy. I had one session (won as a gift certificate) a few days ago that was pretty powerful to me. Here is the website of a Unified Therapist that I met with: http://www.jimfazioib.com/"
Latest New Age Quackery Promises to Rewrite Your Quantum Hologram (whatever that means)
KE writes: "I know someone who is undergoing treatment from a holistic healer. During the sessions they use something called quantum therapy vials. The person holds magnetic vials in his hands and his responses to questions are monitored. There is some talk of energy and while I am not entirely certain as to what happens at the appointment it seems like it may be something to avoid. Could you tell me if quantum therapy vials are new age?"
Frequency Specific Microcurrent Therapy is Big on Claims, Thin on Proof
TAN asks: "There is a new treatment for pain relief in many family doctors and sport medicine office. Would you please share your finding about FSM-Frequency Specific Microcurrent. Is it against Catholic teaching?"
Biodanza: Dancing on the Bedrock of the New Age Movement
MM asks: "I would love to know if Biodanza is New Age or is it in keeping with the Catholic church view."
Exotic Dancers Trained to Use Hypnosis to Get More Money from Men
A British hypnotist is putting the dark side of his craft on display as he teaches exotic dancers a special technique to open mens' minds to suggestion in order to glean more money from them.
New Age "Sweat Lodge" Guru Convicted on Three Counts of Murder
An Arizona jury convicted James Arthur Ray of three counts of negligent homicide in the 2009 deaths of three people who died while participating in a New Age sweat lodge ceremony.
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