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Michael V Sefton1, Malcolm King2, Alexandra King2
1Institute of Biomedical Engineering and Department of Chemical Engineering and Applied Chemistry, University of Toronto, Toronto, Canada.
Tissue Engineering. Part A
|November 6, 2025
Summary
Indigenous health and wellness is a holistic concept encompassing physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being. Regenerative Healing offers a welcoming framework for discussing Indigenous health and research engagement.
Area of Science:
- Indigenous Health
- Holistic Well-being
- Community and Cultural Practices
Background:
- Indigenous health and wellness integrates physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual dimensions.
- It emphasizes interconnectedness, community, and cultural practices.
Purpose of the Study:
- Introduce "Regenerative Healing" as a distinct, wholistic concept.
- Propose Regenerative Healing as a more accessible framework for public engagement in health research.
- Build trust between researchers and Indigenous communities.
Main Methods:
- Conversations with First Nations and Métis Knowledge Holders across Canada.
- Exploration of the concept of "Regenerative Healing".
Main Results:
- "Regenerative Healing" emerged as a wholistic term from Indigenous Knowledge Holders.
- This framework is distinct from "Regenerative Medicine".
Conclusions:
- "Regenerative Healing" provides a welcoming and humble approach to discussing Indigenous health.
- This framework can foster greater public trust and engagement in health and medical research.
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