Abstract

There is a proverb saying, that happy people have many wishes, but sick people have only one. However, when it comes to healing many individuals struggle with basic prerequisites like letting go of the identity “patient”. We are so much trained in suffering and asking for a pill, a quick fix and instant biochemical treatment rather than looking for natural ways and remedies. The least effort is dedicated to the healing process itself, although it’s the primary path. The majority of patients think in categories of regaining lost functions, going back-to-duty, being healthy, and being “quite ok”. In my outpatient practice, we invite our patients to think in categories like healing and happiness, because these approaches lead to more sustainable outcomes than the restriction to just healthy. The “Law of Assumption” used to be a major subject in lectures held in the 1950ies by Neville Goddard, but it is still valid and applicable. Adapted to healing, giving up the identity “patient” and replacing it by the identity “Happy Me” is the central message of the Law of Assumption regarding the transformation of a sick person into a healed one. There are several steps that need to be done in the right way and the right order.

Biography

Folker Meissner has been a physician since 1979 and has worked in the fields of complementary and alternative medicine, as well as in mind and body medicine for 30+ years. As the founding president of the German Academy for Energy Medicine and Bioenergetics he has been working scientifically in the realm of consciousness, energy and information medicine. An author of two fundamental books about mind and body medicine and self-healing, he developed HOLAR Medicine™ as a compilation of evidenced based and clinically proven modalities.

Abstract

Anthroposophic medicine is an integrative, multi-professional medical system which emerged in Europe in 1920 and is now widespread throughout the world. It is taught in several universities (reference to the "criteria for training in anthroposophic medicine" published by the WHO in 2023), and is practiced in 12 hospitals and private practices. It is based on a specific image of the human being and nature, of disease and therapy, and on solid pre-clinical and clinical research into the quality, safety, efficacy and cost of its treatments (HTA).

In view of the multifaceted and heterogeneous characteristics of anthroposophic medicine, a narrative form has been chosen, drawing on the numerous publications, clinical studies and books concerning its methodology and practice.

Anthroposophic medicine proposes a broadening of the art of healing. It expands conventional medicine with a holistic vision of the human being and nature, of illness and treatment, based on scientific investigation of the supra-sensible aspects of the human being and nature. In addition to specific drug therapies, it also offers non-drug treatments (biographical work and psychotherapy, art therapy, eurythmy, etc.) which involve the active participation of the patient.

As a conclusion, anthroposophic medicine, with its integrative approach based on an innovative scientific approach to the human being and nature, offers a multi-modal therapeutic approach which should open up new perspectives for the healthcare system.

Biography

Robert Kempenich is a medical doctor (Université de Strasbourg. France), holder of a university degree in cancerology (Université Paris13), a university certificate in HIV infection (Université Strasbourg),a diploma from the French School of Homeopathy.He was trained in anthroposophical medicine at the Arlesheim Klinik in Schwitzeland .He is president of AREMA (Association pour la Recherche et l’ Enseignement en Médecine Anthroposophique. Paris.Strasbourg.) and has been teaching anthroposohic medicine to doctors for around thirty years.He is board member of the GETCOP (Groupe d’ Evaluation des Thérapie Complémentaires Personalisées. France) He was a member of the advisory board of the pan-european study CAMbrella , president ot the ECPM (European Council of Doctors for Plurality in Medicine), board member of the IVAA (International Federation of Anthroposophic Medical Association).

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Plaque psoriasis, a persistent autoimmune skin condition marked by elevated, reddened, and flaky patches on the skin's surface, shares resemblances with Ek Kuṣṭha in Ayurveda.  classification based on its clinical appearance. This study primarily aimed to evaluate the efficacy of a personalized traditional Ayurvedic treatment protocol in managing plaque psoriasis in a 49-year-old male patient. The approach involved bio purification through therapeutic emesis and purgation, coupled with oral and topical Ayurvedic remedies. Assessment of treatment effectiveness was based on the Psoriasis Area and Severity Index [PASI] score, Subjective criteria, and photographic evidence before and after the intervention. Results indicated a remarkable 95% decrease in the PASI score, an 82% enhancement in Subjective criteria, and noticeable photographic improvements. These positive outcomes can be attributed by the anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties of the ayurvedic medications, supported by the facilitating impact of the therapeutic bio-cleansing processes. Consequently, this innovative personalized Ayurvedic strategy can holds promise for the management of plaque psoriasis

Biography

Dr. Shivani Sanjeev Gavande is Ph.D. in Ayurveda, Masters in Kayachikitsa-Ayurveda and aBachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery. She has received Hari Ananta Gold Medal for her research work under Ayurvidya, New Delhi. She is the Principal and Professor in the department of Kayachikitsa at Late Kedari Redekar Ayurvedic Mahavidyalaya,Gadhinglaj,District Kolhapur, Maharashtra, India and had been faculty and examiner of Maharashtra University of Health Sciences, Nasik. She has 23 years of clinical and academic experience. She is PhD guide at Faculty of Ayurved Parul University. Dr. Shivani Sanjeev Gavande has been resource person in various Ayurveda workshops and national and international seminars. Also she has shared her valuable clinical experiences and Ayurvedic concepts in various national and international conferences. She has published her 19 research articles in peer reviewed national and international journals. She was invested Ph.D. for her work in Enhancement of quality of life in patients having cancers of female genital organs. She has been worked for teenagers since last 23 years and socially active for women empowerment and environmental awareness. She is healer and councillor of mindfulness program, satwavajaya Chikitsa also volunteer of Aniruddha Academy of Disaster management

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The obesity epidemic pushed metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) to the forefront of the 21st century. Disease work-up is invasive with liver biopsy or noninvasive using elastography and alanine aminotransferace (ALT) and apartate aminotransferawe (AST) liver enzyme biomarkers. There are few FDA approved drugs on the market to treat the disease. Alternative medicinal treatments include altering intestinal microbiota, consuming anti-inflammatory, herbal-based, vitamin-based, and plant-based medications, and following a healthy lifestyle. In this study, databases including Biomedical Reference Collection: Comprehensive, Cumulative Index of Nursing and Allied Health (CINAHL), Google Scholar, and PubMed were used to identify articles pertaining to fatty liver disease (FLD). Articles were less than 10 years old to ensure recent information. Peer review was confirmed using Ulrich’s web. In all 13 peer-reviewed articles used for this review, the diagnosis of FLD was most commonly done using ALT and AST lipid profiles. Liver ultrasound, liver FibroScan, and liver biopsy were supplemental tools used. Anti-inflammatory, herbal-based, vitamin-based, and plant-based medications and healthy gut microbiota had beneficial and therapeutic effects in treating FLD when coupled with healthy lifestyle changes. All medicinal treatments lowered the ALT and AST liver enzymes, lipid profiles (total cholesterol, triglycerides, low-density lipoprotein), and liver steatosis scores in studies where ultrasound was used before and after treatment. There were no reported side effects of these treatments. The treatment options studied may have beneficial impacts in treating FLD patients and may be used in the development of future medications to combat the disease. 

Biography

Suzanne Riskin completed her MD from the University of Miami, Miller School of Medicine and residency training from the University of Miami, United States. She has been working as an Assistant Professor of the Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine (KPCOM), Nova Southeastern University (NSU), United States since 2019. She has published in reputed journals and has been serving as a journal editor at The Cureus Journal of Medical Science.

Abstract

Chiropractors understand the connection between vertebrae and organs/systems in the body. Eastern medicine indicates emotions that are connected to those organs that can cause physical ailments. If you are trained in sensing subtle energy fields as I am, it’s possible to detect influences from present and previous lifetimes affecting the current life. Consider the idea that time is not linear. Consider the idea that a person’s electromagnetic field, the measurable biofield, is full of a person’s memories, stored as energy. I alter my perception to sense low energy areas indicating an imbalance. (Kinesiology can be used too.) Then I search within the toroidal electromagnetic area extending from the body using tuning forks. I find resistance that indicates stagnant low energy. Then I choose the correct tuning fork according to intuition as to what frequency is needed. I activate it in the biofield to raise the vibration to a healthier level. I may also place my hands on the body to transfer energy. My client and I have a conversation about my findings to confirm them.

My personal experience has been that a person’s unexplained depression may be their mother’s depression, experienced while they were in her womb. The anxiety attack that interrupted a facial was triggered by a connection to terror in a previous lifetime. Very painful pancreatitis was healed when a client resolved the emotional burden he was carrying. Every client presents a different collection of energies, and each may provide my mind with an image or word as a clue to what is stored there. Past life exploration can help us understand present life difficulties. We are energy and memories are also energy. They can spontaneously cause imbalances in both the emotions and body. 

Biography

Susan Bischak has a BA from William Paterson University in art. She had a seventeen-year career in commercial art and a sixteen-year career as a thermographic imaging technician. She was a sales representative for Xlear, Inc. and currently represents The Best Immune Support, Inc. (ProImmune). She is an ordained interfaith minister. She studied evidential mediumship, hypnosis for past life regressions, Reiki, Integrated Energy Therapy, acupressure, working with earth energies to heal, Biofield Tuning, medicinal herbs, nutrition, and basic anatomy. Susan is a skilled telepathic psychic medium. She is author of Healing a Desperate Heart: a Memoir of Love, Compassion, and Forgiveness. Her work can be done in person and remotely. Einstein called this having an effect at a distance in the quantum energy field.

Abstract

Modern healthcare has achieved remarkable advances in diagnostics and therapeutics, yet the global burden of chronic disease continues to rise. This paradox reflects a fundamental limitation in the prevailing model of care, which predominantly targets downstream manifestations of disease—symptoms, biomarkers, and end-stage pathology—rather than the upstream regulatory systems that maintain biological resilience.

This plenary lecture introduces Adaptive Medicine, a systems biology–based framework that shifts the focus from disease suppression to restoration of the body’s intrinsic adaptive capacity. Central to this paradigm is the dynamic balance between key regulatory networks, particularly the interplay between the pro-inflammatory NF-kB signaling pathway and the cytoprotective Nrf2 pathway. Aging and chronic disease are conceptualized as a progressive loss of adaptive resilience, characterized by declining mitochondrial function, impaired redox regulation, hormonal dysregulation, and chronic low-grade inflammation.

The lecture will outline the Upstream–Downstream Continuum, highlighting how current therapeutic strategies often intervene late in disease progression, leading to lifelong pharmacologic dependence and escalating healthcare costs. In contrast, Adaptive Medicine proposes a proactive, integrative approach structured around three core principles: Stabilize, Retrain, and Sustain. This model leverages targeted lifestyle, nutritional, and environmental interventions to modulate key biological systems, including mitochondrial function, immune regulation, and circadian rhythms.

Clinical applications across cardiometabolic, neurodegenerative, and autoimmune conditions will be discussed, demonstrating how upstream interventions can complement conventional therapies while addressing root causes of disease. Ultimately, Adaptive Medicine represents a paradigm shift toward preventive, personalized, and resilience-based care—aligning modern medicine with the fundamental biology of human adaptation.

Biography

Dr. Kevin KF Ng is a physician-scientist and thought leader in systems biology, inflammation, and longevity medicine. His work focuses on the integration of molecular pathways—particularly redox regulation, mitochondrial function, and the balance between NF-kB signaling pathway and Nrf2 pathway—into a unified framework of health and disease. Trained in cardiovascular and pharmacological sciences, Dr. Ng was mentored by Nobel Laureate John R. Vane, contributing to foundational insights into vascular biology and inflammatory signaling. He is the originator of the Adaptive Medicine model, which emphasizes restoring biological resilience through upstream regulation rather than downstream disease suppression. Dr. Ng is actively involved in medical education, research, and global thought leadership, with a growing international audience through lectures, publications, and digital platforms. His work aims to redefine modern medicine toward prevention, personalization, and longevity.

Abstract

In the contemporary search for longevity, science often overlooks the most potent catalyst for health: the alignment between an individual’s existential purpose and their biological reality. This presentation introduces the concept of the "Efficient Soul," a state of physiological harmony achieved when internal "friction"—caused by psychological stress, repressed needs, and circadian misalignment—is eliminated. Drawing from the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda and modern Chronobiology, we explore how health is governed by the synergy of three fundamental forces: movement (Vata/Nervous System), transformation (Pitta/Metabolic System), and structure (Kapha/Lymphatic System). Central to this harmony is the Gut-Brain Axis. We demonstrate how negative emotions "hijack" digestive energy, whereas a clear sense of vocation (Dharma) activates the parasympathetic nervous system, optimizing enzymatic function and nutrient absorption. The discourse further examines the synchronization of Clock Genes through daily and seasonal rhythms (Dinacharya and Ritucharya). By emphasizing "Territorial Relevance"—the consumption of local, seasonal foods—we highlight how the body recognizes familiar environmental information, reducing allostatic load and systemic inflammation. Finally, while acknowledging Artificial Intelligence as a valuable diagnostic ally, the presentation asserts that the ultimate act of healing remains deeply human. True longevity is not merely the accumulation of time, but the preservation of vitality through empathy, sensory awareness, and the fulfillment of one’s unique potential. Attendees will discover that when the digestive "fire" (Agni) is fueled by a life lived with purpose, the body ceases to merely survive and begins to truly flourish.

Biography

Gabriele Gailli is a prominent figure in the international Yoga landscape, serving as a Master Teacher and therapist at Holos Academy International and his Florence-based studio, Jiva, established in 2005. A recognized Acharya Yoga Master (Yoga Alliance International), he is authorized to train teachers and spiritual guides. Gabriele currently serves as President of the European Union of Yoga Organizations, organizer of the European Yoga Festival, and Italy’s Director for the International Yoga Federation (IYF). Initiated into the Sri Vidya Tantric lineage in 1998, his profound expertise is shaped by legendary masters including Swami Veda Bharati (disciple of Swami Rama), Vaidya Bhagwan Dash, and Pandit Rajmani Tigunait. An expert CSEN/CONI trainer, he specializes in Hatha Yoga, Meditation, Ayurveda, and Yoga Chikitsa. Gabriele’s teaching bridges ancient Himalayan traditions with modern therapeutic applications, guiding students and schools across Italy and abroad toward holistic mastery.

Abstract

This webinar will present three distinct somatic dysfunction referral patterns.  With chronic or spontaneously arising pain, weakness, or altered sensation, treating locally at the site of the symptoms is insufficient. There is usually one ore more drivers at some distance in the body.  There may be no symptom at the site of the actual dysfunction.  It is essential to consider all the possibilities to find and treat the source. 

We are all familiar with spinal dysfunction referal patterns.  Spinal stenosis or disc bulges create somatic symptoms in reliable patterns.  Each internal organ also has a reliable somatic referal pattern.  Dysfunction in ligaments make a third consistent referal pattern.  

Each referal pattern will be described with examples.

The importance of utilizing more than one assessment method will be emphasized.  Each assessment method has strengths and limitations. Investigating the situation from multiple perspectives leads to a fuller and more reliable picture of the situation. 

Biography

Jeffrey Burch received a BA in biology from the University of Oregon in 1975. He then trained at The Dr. Ida Rolf Institute® in Boulder, Colorado, and received his Certification as a Rolfer in 1977. Jeffrey Burch received his Rolfing Advanced Certification in 1990. After that, he continued his studies at the University of Oregon, where he earned a second BA in Psychology in 1993 and a Master of Science in Counseling Psychology in 1995. His Masters thesis, titled “Alexithymia and Dissociation,” examines topics related to psychosomatic conditions. Jeffrey has been a member of the Rolf Institute’s Board of Directors and served for many years on it’s Ethics Committee. He is acurrejtly a member of the Rolf Institute’s research committee. He was the founding editor of the journal of the International Association of Structural Integrators (IASI). In 1998, Jeffrey began an intensive study of CranioSacral Therapy at the Upledger Institute, with French Osteopath Alain Gehin specializing in Cranial Manipulation, and Jean-Pierre Barral and his associates focusing on Visceral Manipulation. Jeffrey completed his apprenticeship to teaching visceral manipulation. He completed the first year at the Canadian College of Osteopathy. He now teaches internationally, offering foundational and advanced courses in manual therapy assessment and treatment methods. In 2010, he began developing groundbreaking new methods for assessing and releasing adhesions and contractures in joint capsules, bursas, and tendon sheaths, which he now teaches.

Abstract

Broad Spectrum DeTOX (BSD) is an innovative, non-consumable approach to detoxification that integrates principles from biophysics, frequency medicine, and holistic health. Conventional detoxification protocols often rely on ingestion-based interventions, which may present challenges related to compliance, sensitivity, and side effects. BSD introduces an alternative model utilizing frequency-imprinted materials—including sand, copper, and crystalline structures—designed to support the body’s regulatory systems without oral administration.

The theoretical framework of BSD is informed by concepts in quantum physics, including non-local interaction, resonance, and the role of informational fields in biological regulation. These principles suggest that physiological processes may be influenced not only by biochemical inputs but also by electromagnetic and informational signaling. BSD leverages this perspective by maintaining a continuous proximity-based interaction between the individual and frequency-programmed materials to support homeostatic balance.

Observational data collected over a three-year period demonstrated progressive reduction across multiple toxin categories, including heavy metals, microbial burden, and environmental stressors. This work is supported by multi-year observational research conducted by the author. Participants reported improvements in energy, sleep quality, cognitive clarity, and overall well-being. Case observations suggest particular relevance for individuals with chronic conditions where conventional detoxification approaches have yielded limited results.

BSD represents a non-invasive, personalized, and compliance-friendly model that aligns with emerging trends in integrative medicine emphasizing systems biology, bioenergetics, and whole-person care. This approach supports a broader paradigm in which detoxification is understood as a regulatory process influenced by both biochemical and informational inputs.

Biography

Susan V. Whittaker, PhD, D.Ms., is a researcher, author, and practitioner specializing in frequency-based and integrative approaches to health and detoxification. Her work focuses on the development of non-consumable, frequency-imprinted systems designed to support the body’s natural regulatory processes. She has conducted multi-year observational research on toxin reduction and systemic balance using the Broad Spectrum DeTOX model. Her work bridges bioenergetics, systems-based health models, and practical clinical application.

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Patients and clinicians exhibit wide variability in perspective on medicinal herbs and the use of herbal medicine in clinical practice, ranging from deeply rooted traditional beliefs to rigorous scientific skepticism. This presentation aims to present the pharmacological and metabolic mechanisms of medicinal herbs to advance the safe, precise, and evidence-based application in integrative clinical practice. Herbal medicine, when perceived ambivalently as folk remedy (Natural), clinically inert (Neutral) or a combination of the two can lead to disparities in selection, dosage and patient compliance, potentially confounding the clinical picture, and complicating complex or chronic conditions. I term this the “Natural - Neutral Parallax”; a dualistic view of herbs as magically therapeutic and medically inconsequential. This disparate perspective overlooks their pharmacologically and biologically active nature and underestimates their significant metabolic effects. To clarify the “Natural - Neutral Parallax”, we distinguish medicinal herbs from prescription medications to resolve the polarized divide between “natural” and “pharmaceutical” substances. This is accomplished via transmission of the fact both are chemical; however, medicinal herbs and their innate chemical constituents exist independent of human invention or intervention, where pharmaceuticals exist as a direct result of human invention and interventional modifications.Whatever our individual perspectives, as clinicians, we unite in physiology and biochemistry. By examining metabolic signaling pathways, hepatic enzyme dynamics, and effects of phytochemicals on immunomodulatory cytokines, a clinical perspective of medicinal herbs emerges. This is essential to patient safety, therapeutic precision, and optimal outcomes in clinical practice. Medicinal herbs must be safely indicated, selected, dosed and administered by qualified clinicians based on an individual’s condition and constitution. Clinical consideration is applied to pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics. Clear, consistent communication between clinicians and patients regarding medicinal herbs in care plans is essential. Ensuring patient safety, minimizing risk, and optimizing outcomes are core clinical priorities that strengthen therapeutic alliance and relational trust. 

Biography

Allison Lubas is a Doctor of Acupuncture, Herbalist, and Certified Clinical hypnotherapist specializing in the formulation and creation of custom herbal medicines for complex and chronic conditions. She is the founder of Blessed Integrative Health in Orange County, California, providing comprehensive, home-based integrative care. Areas of clinical focus include complex and autoimmune conditions with neuropsychiatric and cutaneous features. Dr. Lubas is the author of “Emotional Virulence: Pathogenic Speech and Disease Complexes: A TCM Diagnostic Perspective on Wind” featured in the upcoming issue of Acupuncture Today, and a member of the American Physiological Society. Trained at Yo San University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, American University of Complementary Medicine, South Baylo University, and Pacific College of Health and Science, Dr. Lubas merges Traditional Chinese Medicine therapies, global herbalism, Clinical Hypnotherapy, functional medicine principles, and laboratory diagnostics to advance a pluralistic approach to integrative patient care.

Abstract

Familial Mediterranean fever (FMF) is the most common monogenic autoinflammatory disease (AID) with autosomal recessive inheritance that mainly affects people of Mediterranean origin. 

Significant progress has been made over the years in understanding FMF's clinical features, diagnosis, mode of inheritance, pathogenesis and therapeutic approach.

• FMF is a hereditary (autosomal recessive pattern) autoinflammatory disorder that usually occurs in people of Mediterranean origin (Arabs, Armenians, Jews, and Turks).
• It is the most common of the periodic fever syndromes.
• Most patients manifest their first attack before they are 18 years old.
• The earlier the onset, the more severe the phenotype is.
• It is characterized by the presence of fever and serosal inflammation attacks, which develop over 2 to 4 hours, last 1 to 4 days, and resolve spontaneously. 
• The length of time between attacks is variable and can range from days to years.
• The diagnosis is generally clinical (Tel-Hashomer criteria set).
• FMF should be differentiated from other familial periodic fever syndromes since the conditions are treated differently.
• Antenatal diagnosis is possible, but not recommended.
• Effective treatment is not available, although colchicine improves patients' quality of life. 
• Colchicine (orally or intravenously) reduces or eliminates attacks and prevents type AA amyloidosis.
• Colchicine should not be taken together with macrolides, diltiazem, grapefruit, and cyclosporine.
• Patients who are on colchicine therapy with a good response have a very low likelihood of developing amyloidosis.
• The prognosis is less favorable without treatment or with renal amyloidosis.

Biography

Dr. Faten FRIKHA is a Professor of internal Medicine at the Department of Internal Medicine, Sfax University School of Medicine in TUNISIA. After her internal Medicine Residency at the University of Sfax, she completed a traineeship at Pitié- Salpêtrière Hospital in Paris France. She has her Ph.D. in internal Medicine in 2015 and is the author of over 100 articles in scientific journals. She is diplomate in many interesting fields : 1- Diplôma of manual therapy (osteopathy and physiotherapy) and spinal diseases (2007) Sfax medicine University; 2- Diplôma of « Rheumatology and systemic diseases » (2009) Paris Sud Medicine University. France. 3- Diplôma of « sexology” Sfax University; 4- Diplôma of « Osteoporosis and bone diseases » (2010) Paris VII Diderot Medicine University, France. 5- Diplôma of « Hypertension, cardio-vascular and renal diseases » (2011) Strasbourg Medicine Universit, France. 6- Diplôma of « Dermatology and systemic diseases » (2012) Pierre et Marie Curie Medicine University, France. 7- Diplôma of « Immunotherapy and biologic drugs in inflammatory and auto-immune diseases » (2014) Montpellier Medicine University France. 8- Diplôma of « medical pedagogy » (2016) Sfax medicine University 9- Dipôma of « Geriatric pharmacology » (2020) Sfax medicine University 10- Certificate of “Paediatric Rheumatology” EULAR course 2026

Abstract

This speech examines the role of Sanskrit pronunciation in contemporary yoga practice through an interdisciplinary framework integrating linguistics, philosophy, and neuroscience. While Sanskrit terminology is often treated as a conventional or decorative element in modern postural yoga, this study argues that its phonetic precision constitutes a functional component of practice with cognitive, physiological, and pedagogical implications. Drawing on the Vedic discipline of phonetics (Śikṣā), one of the six Vedāṅgas, Sanskrit is approached as a highly systematic and phonologically encoded language in which articulation, meaning, and vibrational quality are intrinsically linked (Deshpande, 1993; Staal, 1996). Within the broader framework of yogic philosophy, particularly the concept of Nāda (primordial sound), linguistic utterance is understood as both a carrier of semantic meaning and an instrument of psychophysical modulation (Feuerstein, 2001). The speech further examines how correct pronunciation of āsana names may function as an integrative mechanism aligning semantic content, symbolic imagery, and embodied experience. This perspective is supported by contemporary research on vocalization and neurophysiology. Studies indicate that controlled phonation and chanting practices can modulate autonomic nervous system activity, notably through vagus nerve stimulation, contributing to parasympathetic activation and stress reduction (Porges, 2011; Bernardi et al., 2001). Additionally, neuroimaging research on Vedic Sanskrit recitation has demonstrated increased cortical thickness and grey matter density in regions associated with memory and cognitive control, particularly the hippocampus (Hartzell et al., 2016). These findings suggest that repeated, precise phonetic articulation—such as the correct pronunciation of Sanskrit āsana names—may influence attentional regulation, emotional processing, and neuroplasticity. From a pedagogical and therapeutic perspective, integrating accurate pronunciation into yoga instruction may enhance mindfulness, support breath–sound coordination, and reinforce embodied cognition through linguistically mediated cues. By situating Sanskrit pronunciation at the intersection of traditional knowledge systems and contemporary scientific inquiry, this paper proposes that the verbal dimension of yoga practice is not ancillary but constitutive. Correct pronunciation emerges as a subtle yet measurable factor contributing to the integrative aims of yoga, linking language, body, and mind within a unified experiential framework. 

Selected References • Bernardi, L., Sleight, P., Bandinelli, G., et al. (2001). Effect of rosary prayer and yoga mantras on autonomic cardiovascular rhythms. BMJ, 323(7327), 1446–1449. • Deshpande, M. M. (1993). Sanskrit & Prakrit: Sociolinguistic Issues. Motilal Banarsidass. • Feuerstein, G. (2001). The Yoga Tradition. Hohm Press. • Hartzell, J. F., Zysk, K. G., et al. (2016). Brain structural changes associated with Vedic chanting. NeuroImage. • Porges, S. W. (2011). The Polyvagal Theory. Norton. • Staal, F. (1996). Ritual and Mantras: Rules Without Meaning. Motilal Banarsidass. 

Biography

Eleonora Medici Sarasvati is the Founder of Rifugio Corpo & Spirito – Yoga Center, Rapallo Liguria-Italy, She is a passionate Yoga teacher, Ayurvedic naturopath, and explorer of the inner world. Her over 30 year path has always been guided by the desire to unite body, mind, and spirit in harmony with nature and ancient wisdom. Her Yoga journey began as personal transformation and evolved into a life vocation. She holds many advanced international certifications including: • E-RYT (1550+ hours) – World Yoga Alliance • Certified Yoga Teacher Trainer and Yoga Therapy – World Yoga Alliance • Certified Meditation Teacher Trainer – World Yoga Alliance • Certified Yin Yoga Teacher Trainer – World Yoga Alliance • Yoga and Meditation Teacher Diploma – Ananda Ashram • Three-Year Yoga Teaching Diploma – Institute of Human Sciences, Rome • Continuous Education Trainer for World Yoga Alliance Her teaching combines Yoga Science with essential oils through her unique method, Yogarôme, emphasizing both its depth and emotional energy. Her teachings are intuitive, feminine, and transformative, embodying her journey. At Rifugio Corpo & Spirito, sacred spaces foster reconnection, healing, and alignment with one’s true essence. Her motto emphasizes that yoga is a way of being, shared with grace, compassion, and deep presence.

Abstract

This lecture explores how integrating quantum physics with full-spectrum botanical extracts is reshaping what is possible for absorption, distribution, and clinical impact—going well beyond the performance of equivalent standardized botanicals. 

By applying concepts such as energy fields, resonance, and quantum-tuned molecular dynamics to whole-plant matrices, emerging technologies have been shown in human clinical trials to significantly increase bioavailability and functional outcomes compared with conventional, marker-standardized extracts at similar or lower doses. 

We will unpack how frequency-based “priming” and field modulation can interact with complex phytochemical networks to enhance membrane transport, tissue targeting, and physiological signaling, while still aligning with evidence-informed and regulatory-aware practice. Special emphasis will be placed on how clinicians and product formulators can critically evaluate these quantum‑enabled, full‑spectrum ingredients, interpret human trial data, and translate these advances into more targeted protocols and differentiated product designs. 

Participants will leave with a clear framework for understanding, assessing, and responsibly leveraging quantum-driven bioavailability gains across the clinical and formulation pipelines.

Biography

Dr. Chris Meletis is an educator, international author, and lecturer with over 33 years of clinical practice. His mission is “Changing the World’s Health One Person at a Time.” Dr. Meletis has authored 18 books and over 200 national scientific articles in journals, including those in PubMed. Dr. Meletis served as Dean of Naturopathic Medicine and Chief Medical Officer for seven years at the National College of Naturopathic Medicine (now the National University of Natural Medicine). The American Association of Naturopathic Physicians awarded him the Physician of the Year for his work helping the underprivileged and spearheading the creation of 16 free natural medicine healthcare clinics in the Portland metropolitan area of Oregon.

Abstract

From a mechanistic perspective as an Osteopath-Manual Therapist, I am interested in the physical constraints induced by the use of mobile phones, which have become an integral part of the daily lives of millions over the last twenty years. To establish a framework for this reflection, I will begin with a brief summary of a recent narrative review published in 2024: [Istanbul Gelisim University Journal of Health Sciences (IGUSABDER), 24 (2024): 1321-1331]  Text Neck Syndrome (TNS) occurs as a result of exposure to neck flexion with prolonged use of smart devices. Rehabilitation approaches, and stretching techniques are effective in reducing TNS symptoms. Although numerous factors contribute to the development of neck and back pain, the increasing integration of technology into daily life have led to the emergence of a new condition known as Text Neck Syndrome / TNS, defined as an overuse injury of the cervical vertebrae caused by repeated stress resulting from incorrect posture. It is believed that TNS has the potential to impact millions worldwide. It could affect individuals of all ages with excessive smart device use. X-ray and magnetic resonance examinations are reported to be normal in the majority of individuals with TNS. During my presentation, I will detail the biomechanical and physiological challenges involved, in order to better understand the range of possible symptoms associated with Text Neck Syndrome (TNS), such as: Attention Deficit / Low Immunity / Eye Fatigue-Eye Pain-Dry Eyes / Poor Posture –Poor Balance / Decreased Range of Motion / Reduced Proprioception / Incorrect Body Alignment / Dysfunctional Movement Patterns / Jaw Pain / Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction / Dizziness / Ringing in The Ears / Shoulder Tension / Arm and Forearm Pain / Cervical Sensorimotor Control Disorders / Neck Pain / Cervical Spatial Change / Headaches and Migraines / Difficulty Sleeping …

 I will conclude this presentation by outlining the rationale of my therapeutic approach as an Osteopath- Manual Therapist in the management of Text Neck Syndrome.

Biography

Jeff Cauver is Board certified in France 🇫🇷 with over 20 years of experience in Manual Therapy, he holds a Master’s degree (MSc) obtained in 1998 following six years of intensive medical and clinical training. From 2000 to 2013, he served as a trainer and lecturer within an osteopathy curriculum, later advancing to Training Director between 2011 and 2013 at a private osteopathic college. Earlier in his career, he was also appointed as a Jury Member for National Residency Examinations (2002–2003). Between 2013 and 2018, he practiced in China at international hospitals in Beijing, where he was appointed Section Chief of the Integrative Medicine Department (2017–2018). In this leadership role, he managed and supervised a multidisciplinary team including physiotherapists, chiropractors, TCM practitioners, dietitians, and naturopaths. He is currently practicing at the FIFA Medical Centre of Excellence (HMS) in Dubai, UAE, where he continues to apply his extensive expertise in manual and integrative medicine. Deeply passionate about his field, he remains committed to advancing patient care through Manual Therapy.