Because oral tradition is one of the backbones of Amish society, folk remedies remain more prevalent among the Amish. They are large consumers of vitamin and food-supplement products, often sold by sales representatives within the Amish community. Offbeat cures and procedures are experimented with throughout the community. It is not uncommon for an Amish person to board a train for Canada or another far away community to be cured with atypical procedures. The use of chiropractors and physical therapists is commonplace, with the expectations for relief beyond those of the general population.
Reflexology is practiced in many Amish families.
Herbs and potents made from plants growing on Amish farms are used following tradition. Immunization among Amish children runs behind the general population. They seek trust over knowledge when seeking medical services. Although fire insurance is handled through an organized mutual aid system, there is presently no health insurance system in place. Large medical bills within an individual church are eventually paid by regular free will offerings within the congregation, and may extend to neighboring churches and adjacent districts.