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Originally Posted by Deusdrum
Yeah it would be nice if the medical establishment could incorporate some tried and true "alternative" therapies. I think there is a sort of arrogance to how the structure is set up, as if doctors and hospitals have some sort of authority over health. Obviously not always the case, but even the mentality that a doctor automatically knows what's best for his patient is somewhat misguided, imo. Of course it depends upon the doctor, but a more equal relationship would be beneficial.
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Be careful what you wish for. Your paragraph points to the reason why we should be careful.
An alternative is called such because it is an alternative. Once the medical establishment appropriates it and takes it under its wings it will cease to be alternative. The doctors, hospitals, FDA, government, etc. will control it and will try to get maximum $$$ out of it.
IMO, to have the medical profession accepting alternative therapies will be a disaster, for the practitioner, the clients, and your pocket.
In order to stay alternative it has to remain truly alternative in all respects.