What is Anthroposophically Extended Medicine?

 Anthroposophically-extended medicine is a holistic and human-centered approach to medicine. It recognizes and uses the vast information acquired by modern medicine. Then it goes a step further, adding a knowledge of the laws of the living organism, of the psyche, and of the spirit derived from a spiritual scientific methodology to that which is known by conventional scientific means. This requires ongoing professional, personal, and inner development, as well as attention to spiritual scientific studies. A vital aspect of the practice of anthroposophically-extended medicine is the use of the complementary therapies which have been developed or enriched through Anthroposophy. These include physical therapies (rhythmic massage, hydrotherapy, compresses), movement therapy, sculpture, painting, music, speech therapy, psychological and life counseling.