The Mudcat Café TM
Thread #136372   Message #3230999
Posted By: Musket
29-Sep-11 - 06:52 AM
Thread Name: BS: Christian Persecution
Subject: RE: BS: Christian Persecution
Holistic approach is all well and good. GPs have a framework to guide them in offering more than the scientific aspects of healthcare. If they go beyond that, they are answerable to their registering body The GMC.

Physical symptoms can be addressed through a more holistic approach. If that were not the case, the placebo effect would not have a 20% success rate! GPs, more than any other doctor appreciate that that their role includes the overall well being. After all, a positive mind speeds up recovery. A study in The British Medical Journal many years ago demonstrated that in many minor ailment cases, patients started feeling better before the medication had a biological chance to start making a difference. Sometimes, just the act of getting off your arse and seeing a GP starts the recovery process. After all, your body contains enough chemicals to tackle many issues, they just need a kick start by the brain.

None of this affects the issue of bringing Jesus into the consulting room. You can get struck off for that.