The future of ethnomedicine. Research on mind-body effects -- Psychoneuroimmunology and conditioning of immune function -- How relationships and life events affect health : human studies -- Relaxation therapy -- Meditation -- Biofeedback -- Hypnosis -- Imagery -- Chiropractic -- Acupuncture -- Homeopathy : like cures like -- Massage therapy -- Aromatherapy -- Herbs as medical intervention -- Exercise as an alternative therapy -- Spirituality and healing -- Therapeutic touch : healing with energy -- Reiki : an ancient therapy in modern times -- Measurement of the human biofield and other energetic instruments -- The future of ethnomedicine.
Summary:
Providing a comprehensive overview, this text includes practical, clinically relevant coverage of complementary and alternative medicine, with commentary by well-known experts, descriptions of recent medical advances, case studies, and the history and philosophy of each discipline, along with indications, contraindications, practical application, and clinical trials for each topic. Research is critically reviewed, with examples of exceptional and flawed studies. You'll gain an understanding of the most commonly used alternative therapies, as well as those most likely to be integrated with conventional medical treatment.
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