Many people believe that crystals have healing powers. They're all types of alternative forms of medicine that purport this. How do you feel about crystal healing?
I have heard of crystals being used in healing, but truthfully I don't believe they work as their is really no scientific basis for the claims.
I have a strong tendency to agree with you. If I was sick I would first go to my primary care physician for advice. I do think some crystals are attractive and can be used for decorative purposes.
Yes, I agree with you on that last statement.  I believe my primary care physician would be better suited to diagnose any health concerns I may have, but your're right, crystals are very decorative.
My mother-in-law has the geodes throughout her home because she thinks they're very attractive. I think they're OK. I would not rely on one of them to help treat my cardiac issues.
Agreed, healthcare is best delivered by health professionals, and probably not someone who believes in crystal healing...would that be considered a guru?
Possibly a guru, I think there are many terms for people that administer alternative forms of medicine. One alternative form of alt medicine I have experienced was acupuncture. That did wonders for my shoulder.
I have heard that acupuncture is definitely used for pain relief, but I didn't know if it really worked.
It worked really well for me. Billions of Chinese and thousands of years of practice have to mean something.
Acupuncture
Acupuncture is a form of alternative medicine and a key component of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) in which thin needles are inserted into the body. Acupuncture is a pseudoscience because the theories and practices of TCM are not based on scientific knowledge. There is a range of acupuncture variants which originated in different philosophies, and techniques vary depending on the country in which it is performed. It is most often used to attempt pain relief, though it is also recommended by acupuncturists for a wide range of other conditions. Acupuncture
Crystal healing
Crystal healing is a pseudoscientific alternative medicine technique that uses semiprecious stones and crystals such as quartz, amethyst or opals. Adherents of the technique claim that these have healing powers, although there is no scientific basis for this claim.
In one method, the practitioner places crystals on different parts of the body, often corresponding to chakras; or else the practitioner places crystals around the body in an attempt to construct an "energy grid", which is purported to surround the client with healing energy. Despite this