- Level Foundation
- Duration 14 hours
- Course by University of New Mexico
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As the second of four courses on Curanderismo, the art of Hispanic/Latino traditional medicine, this course focuses specifically on traditional healing of the body. As an educational and cultural platform, this course will share a number of traditional body therapies. Learners will not become certified traditional healers at the completion of this course but will be able apply basic principles or traditional medicine for health and illnesses. They will become familiar specifically with the traditional treatment of Empacho (intestinal blockage), Manteadas (shawl alignments), Ventosas (fire cupping), Hidroterapia (healing with water), and other topics such as the Huesero (bone setter). Future Curanderismo courses include: Traditional Healing of the Mind, Energy and Spirit: Temazcal (sweatlodge), Limpias (energetic/spiritual cleansings), Risaterapia (laugh therapy) and other topics. Global and Cultural Influences of Traditional Healing: African tradition, Afro Latino from Cuba and Puerto Rico, Native American spiritual cleansings and Mayan acupuncture and other topics. REQUIRED TEXTS Curanderismo: The Art of Traditional Medicine without Borders by Eliseo Torres Curandero: Traditional Healers of Mexico and the Southwest by Eliseo Torres with Imanol Miranda Where to buy: https://he.kendallhunt.com/product/curanderismo-art-traditional-medicine-without-borders https://he.kendallhunt.com/product/curandero-traditional-healers-mexico-and-southwest OPTIONAL TEXTS Curandero: A life in Mexican Folk Healing by Eliseo Torres & Tim Sawyer Healing with Herbs & Rituals: A Mexican Tradition, Eliseo Torres, edited by Tim Sawyer Where to buy: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/curandero-torres-eliseo-cheo/1120135382?ean=9780826336415&st=PLA&sid=BNB_1341481610&sourceId=PLAGoNA&dpid=tdtve346c&2sid=Google_c&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI3_6LmYev3gIViuNkCh3IPgUyEAQYASABEgLYXfD_BwE https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/healing-with-herbs-and-rituals-torres-eliseo-cheo/1120135381?ean=9780826339621&st=PLA&sid=BNB_825204424&sourceId=PLAGoNA&dpid=tdtve346c&2sid=Google_c&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIrrvswYev3gIVBsRkCh3BXQCHEAQYASABEgLnl_D_BwE PODCAST: Blubrry podcast - https://www.blubrry.com/normallol/41068835/normal-lol-63-depersonalization-mental-wellness-curanderismomexican-traditional-healing-with-eliseo-cheo-torres/ Itunes Episode 63 - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/normal-lol-depersonalization-derealization-anxiety/id1065740418?mt=2Modules
Welcome!
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- Welcome Video
Meet & Greet
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Discussions
- Meet & Greet
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- Intestinal Blockage (Empacho)
- Shawl Alignment (Manteadas)
Readings
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Readings
- Curanderismo, Curandero
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Assignment
- Quiz 1
Videos
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- Fire Cupping (Ventosas)
- Bone Setter (Huesero)
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- Curanderismo, Curandero
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Assignment
- Quiz 2
Week 3
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- Mayan Abdominal Massage
- Body Adjustment
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- Curanderismo, Curandero
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- Quiz 3
Week 4
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- Spinal Alignment
- Hydrotherapy
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- Curandero, Curanderismo
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- Quiz 4
Week 5
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- Traditional Healing of Infants
- Traditional Healing for the Aging Community
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- Readings
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- Quiz 5
Auto Summary
Explore the rich cultural heritage and practice of Hispanic/Latino traditional medicine with "Curanderismo: Traditional Healing of the Body." This course, part of a four-course series, delves into the traditional healing techniques used to treat the body. Led by the esteemed Eliseo Torres, learners will gain insights into various traditional therapies such as Empacho (intestinal blockage), Manteadas (shawl alignments), Ventosas (fire cupping), and Hidroterapia (healing with water). While this course won't certify you as a traditional healer, it will equip you with foundational knowledge and practical skills to apply basic principles of traditional medicine to health and illness. Future courses will expand on healing the mind, energy, and spirit, as well as exploring global and cultural influences in traditional healing practices. The course spans 840 hours and offers subscription options through Coursera, including Starter and Professional plans. Essential texts by Eliseo Torres provide deeper insights and are available for purchase online. Additionally, learners can engage with related content through recommended podcasts to enrich their understanding. Ideal for those interested in arts, humanities, and traditional medical practices, this course serves as a foundational journey into the world of Curanderismo, blending educational and cultural learning. Join this course to connect with the age-old wisdom of traditional Hispanic/Latino healing arts.

Eliseo (Cheo) Torres

Mario Del Angel-Guevara