Get a solid, global foundation of the therapies and evidence-based
clinical applications of CAI. Fundamentals of Complementary,
Alternative, and Integrative Medicine, 6th Edition is
filled with the most up-to-date information on scientific theory and
research of holistic medicine from experts around the world. The
6th edition of this acclaimed text includes all new content
on quantum biology and biofields in health and nursing, integrative
mental health care, and homeopathic medicine. Its wide range of topics
explores therapies most commonly seen in the U.S., such as energy
medicine, mind-body therapies, and reflexology along with traditional
medicine and practices from around the world. With detailed coverage of
historic and contemporary applications, this text is a solid resource
for all practitioners in the medical, health, and science fields!
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Coverage of CAI therapies and systems includes those most commonly
encountered or growing in popularity, so you can carefully evaluate
each treatment.
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An evidence-based approach focuses on treatments best supported by
clinical trials and scientific evidence.
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Observations from mechanisms of action to evidence of clinical
efficacy answers questions of how, why, and when CAM therapies
work.
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A unique synthesis of information, including historical usage,
cultural and social analysis, current basic science theory and
research, and a wide range of clinical investigations and
observations, makes this text a focused, authoritative resource.
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Global coverage includes discussions of traditional healing arts
from Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Americas.
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Clinical guides for selecting therapies, and new advances for
matching the appropriate therapy to the individual patient, enables
you to offer and/or recommend individualized patient care.
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Expert contributors include well-known writers such as Kevin
Ergil, Patch Adams, Joseph Pizzorno, and Marc Micozzi.
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A unique history of CAI traces CAM therapies from their beginnings
to present day practices.
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Suggested readings and references on the companion website list
the best resources for further research and study.
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NEW! Added chapters offer fresh perspective on quantum biology and
biofields in health and nursing, integrative mental health care, and
homeopathic medicine.
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NEW! Updated chapters feature new content and topics, including:
challenges in integrative medicine, legal issues, CAI in the
community, psychometric evaluation, placebo effect, stress management,
and much more!
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NEW! Updated guides on common herbal remedies in clinical
practice, East and Southeast Asia, and native North and South America
deliver the latest information.
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NEW! Basic science content and new theory and research studies
cover a wide range of sciences such as biophysics, biology and
ecology, ethnomedicine, psychometrics, neurosciences, and systems
theory.
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NEW! Expanded global ethnomedical systems includes new content on
Shamanism and Neo-Shamanism, Central and North Asia, Southeast Asia,
Nepal and Tibet, Hawaii and South Pacific, Alaska and Pacific
Northwest, and contemporary global healthcare
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