An ancient Chinese proverb proclaims: “Nature, time and patience are the three great doctors”. Nowadays, more and more people are choosing to be treated by methods that are not based on Western systematic techniques, namely the knowledge and practice of usual Western medicine. These methods are known as "alternative medicine", which includes homeopathy, acupuncture, aromatherapy, chiropractic and others. Chinese medicine is also gaining popularity among people. The alternative treatment method has verified its effectiveness and is methodically founded, but unfortunately it has its small drawbacks and requires a scientific basis. It is for this reason that alternative medicines are not available in all countries and people have to pay for their individual treatment. While some people consider this an ambiguity and do not dare to try it because they consider it could be quite dangerous or unsafe, others simply regard it as nonsense and give it little thought. or no attention. People who are anxious or doubtful claim that if alternative medicine had really worked, appropriate doctors would have used it. Nevertheless, since the early 1980s, alternative medicine has become increasingly popular and, although not officially accepted by the medical base, some doctors recognize that such methods can be effective in treating certain types of conditions. diseases. In addition, usual medicine has its limits, since some diseases are incurable and others caused by mental disorders cannot be cured by its methods (Kowalski, 1998). On the other hand, an alternative treatment method can be effective in various circumstances and there it is commonly accepted that its methods can be valuable and advantageous...... middle of article ......http://elibrary .ru/item.asp?id=2749982Epiro, E. & Walsh, N., (1997). “Alternative Medicine – Part Two: Mind-Body Medicine – Expanding Health Model”. Patient Care September 15, 1997: 127-145. Retrieved February 13, 2011 from: http://www.oppap.com/subjects/health-and-medicine-of-the-middle-ages-page6.htmlFurman, B., (1997). “Fashionable traditional medicine for a modern age.” San Diego Business Journal March 10, 1997: A7-8. Accessed February 13, 2011 at: www.oppapers.com/subjects/diego-rod/Krizmanic, J., (1995). “The best of both worlds” Vegetarian Times November 1995: 96-101. Retrieved February 13, 2011 from: www.findarticles.com/p/articles/mi_m0820/Kowalski, K., (1998). Is alternative medicine right for you? Springfield, NJ: Enslow Publishers. Accessed February 14, 2011 at: http://biography.jrank.org/pages/553/Kowalski-Kathiann-M-1955-Writings.html