Iridology is a screening tool

Controversy surrounding iridology has mounted due to the misconception that the alternative therapy can accurately diagnose chronic and potentially fatal diseases. This viral misconception has been propagated by iridologists misusing their practice of the alternative technique.

“Iridologia é o estudo da íris, ou a parte colorida do olho. A iridologia não é uma ferramenta de diagnóstico; Em vez disso, é uma ferramenta de triagem que nos dá um vislumbre do roteiro genético com o qual nasce,” Explica Trixie Clark, RN, ND, IIPA Certified Iridologologist (CCI) e vice -presidente da Associação Internacional de Profissionais de Iridologia. “Heritamos tendências de nossos pais e avós que podem afetar nossa saúde. Com a iridologia, podemos informar alguém dessas tendências com base na cor dos olhos e em várias marcações que são vistas. Novamente, não podemos diagnosticar doenças, como câncer ou anemia, da íris.”

Iridology is an age-old technique

Although the study of the eye can be traced back to ancient civilizations, clinical iridology was introduced in the late nineteenth century by Ignatz von Peczely, a Hungarian doctor. Von Peczely designed his first iris chart after he noticed a correlation between streaks or markers in a patient’s iris and corresponding physical ailments. Since the creation of his iris chart, modern day iridologists use this tool to determine changes in the iris that give clues to physical changes within the body, including inflammation, toxicity, congested lymph nodes and hardening of the arteries. Although iridology cannot reveal specific diseases or ailments, it can alert the patient of potential health issues.

Benefits of iridology

Although the practice of iridology is more common in Germany and the UK, it is gaining interest in North America as more individuals look for alternative health therapies to complement Western medicine. The iridologist’s goal is determine which systems in the patient’s body are weak and require appropriate treatment before a condition develops into something more serious.

According to Clark, in the hands of an experienced iridologist, clients can find out what predispositions they have to certain health issues and can then go about doing the right things, such as changing lifestyle factors, to stay as healthy as possible. For instance, blue-eyed people tend to have sinus issues, arthritis and skin problems. Following a healthy lifestyle goes a long way in keeping the body functioning optimally and maintaining a state of balance that allows the body to heal itself.

The basic iridology examination

An iridology exam is a painless, non-invasive procedure that includes a health questionnaire on your medical history and lifestyle, and an examination of the iris using an instrument called the iridiscope (a magnifying glass with a light). A special camera called an iridocamera may also be used to take a picture of the iris, which is then downloaded into a computer for analyzing.

Choosing an iridologist

As you would with any health care professional, do your research to make sure you choose a qualified iridologist. Clark stresses, “Os iridologistas credíveis devem ter um nível de educação que indique que estudou e ganhou uma credencial no campo ... qualquer pessoa que ajudará alguém com problemas de saúde precisa ser educada, ética e profissional.” Procure iridologistas que receberam certificação através da International Iridology Pactitioner Association, uma organização que define o padrão para a prática de iridologia.

The iridology controversy

The idea of iridology, like many alternative therapies, faces controversy, and the verdict is mixed. In a number of case studies in which patients with a specific ailment were assessed by a team of trained iridologists, the iridologists were unable to identify the ailment correctly. Further, team members often came up with different answers individually. In contrast, however, other studies report more favorable results and suggest iridology is a holistic health evaluation tool that should only be used in conjunction with Western medicine or other more proven alternative therapies.

Steer clear of Diagnostic claims

Clark adverte que não há provas científicas de que quaisquer condições médicas possam ser diagnosticadas através da iridologia. “Se alguém disser que pode diagnosticar alguma coisa, não é alguém com quem você precisa trabalhar para lidar com sua saúde,” Ela adverte. “Infelizmente, existem iridologistas por aí que dirão que eles veem câncer, parasitas etc. em sua íris, mas pesquisas científicas provaram que você não pode ver essas coisas.”

A iridologia é certamente uma forma de medicina complementar que você pode incorporar em seus cuidados de saúde abrangentes. Utilize -o como uma técnica de triagem e consulte seu provedor médico regular sobre quaisquer problemas de saúde que um iridologista revela durante um exame de iridologia.