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I'd be quite interested in learning if aromatherapy is OK with the
AERC rules, because whatever Kat (my wife Kat Long) was using sure
seemed to work!

On Wed, 3 Sep 2003 16:16:01 EDT, DESERTRYDR1@xxxxxxx wrote:

> Odors contain molecules that bind to the sensitive sites in the receptive 
> tissues (nose) and so a signal is transmitted to the brain.  I think they work 
> in 
> somewhat the same way as any other stimulus, (causing release of 
> neurotransmitters) including acupuncture, massage, or chiro, therefore, they 
> would be 
> classified the same way under rule 13A:"
>
> The use of additional therapies during competition
> shall be prohibited. This shall include any invasive
> procedures, (e.g.: acupuncture), manipulative procedures,
> (e.g.: osseous manipulative procedures), the use of any
> devices to manipulate or stimulate accupressure or response
> points, (e.g.: Bioscans, laser lights, magnetic stimulation
> devices etc)...."
>
> The following site is Neurotransmitters for Kids, a very simple site that 
> discusses how they work.  I found it helpful in visualizing how odors can 
> cause a 
> calming sensation, ie a chemical change in the body.  
>
> http://faculty.washington.edu/chudler/chnt1.html
>
> I know one of my new mentors, Heidi, will correct me if I'm wrong.  jeri
>
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