"Tu-ub": Culture-based folk care practice among Cebuanos
| Main Author: | Vasquez, Brian A. |
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| Format: | Article |
| Bahasa: | eng |
| Terbitan: |
, 2011
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| Online Access: |
https://zenodo.org/record/3883795 |
Daftar Isi:
- This study conducted an in-depth discovery and analysis on "tu-ub" and "himasmu" as a culture-based health care practice among Cebuanos in the province of Cebu. Mini-ethnonursing method was utilized to investigate the generic-folk practice. Utilizing the researcher as the main instrument, the researcher observed and interviewed 10 general informants purposively chosen from the pool of potential informants. Multiple observations and interviews were done among 6 key informants to triangulate and capture the most holistic feature "tu-ub". To facilitate in the in-depth discovery and analysis process, the following enablers were utilized: (a) Observation-Participation-Reflection; (b) Stranger to Trusted Friend; (c) Sunrise Model; and (d) Specific Domain of Inquiry. Leininger's four-phase Ethnonursing Qualitative Data Analysis was utilized to facilitate a systematic data analysis. Qualitative results revealed that variations of the procedure of the practice rely on the availability of resources in the area. Procedures in the rural area were more detailed and complex since the resources were readily available. Procedures in the urban area are simple since the resources were limited and alternatives were utilized. "Tu-ub" was believed to beeffective among Cebuanos to treat: (a) the different forms of "Pasmu"; (b) "panuhun"; (c) bipolar disorder; (d) ringworm; and (e) mouth sores. Scientific explanation based from content analysis of relevant literature suggested technical benefits associated with induced sweating. However, this needs to be reevaluated in a more controlled setting. "Tu-ub" was compared to: (a) "Thermae" (Romans); (b) "Onsen" (Japanese); (c) "Banya" (Russians); (d) "Inipi" (American Indians); (e) "Sauna (Finnish); and (f) "Hamam" (Turkish). It was observed that skin burns might occur when "tu-ub" Was wrongly done. A recommended procedure was drafted.