The Manipuri medical system differs from conventional Western medicine by viewing the person as an interconnected whole, focusing on the root cause of symptoms to reach an accurate diagnosis.
Dr. Ringo Paonam believes that true healing begins with a proper diagnosis. Often, a client’s main complaint stems from another part of the body. It could be the result of years of repetitive movement in a particular profession, a forgotten childhood injury, a hereditary weakness, or a dietary imbalance. Without addressing the root cause, treatments that only target the symptoms will often provide temporary relief.
For Dr. Paonam, the spine plays a key role in diagnosing the root cause. It reflects the health of the entire body and its interconnected systems. Once a diagnosis is made, various treatment modalities are applied, tailored to the patient’s age, condition, and overall health.