To systematically review surveys of 12-month prevalence of visits to complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) practitioners for five therapies: acupuncture, homeopathy, osteopathy, chiropractic, and medical herbalism. Studies were identified via database searches to 2011. Study quality was assessed usi...
Complementary therapies: Some doctors recommend using neuromodulation devices that you can wear on your head to stimulate nerves there, according to the Cleveland Clinic. Some of these devices work by preventing your migraine and others work by alleviating your pain during an episode. However, these...
the increasing interaction between regular and alternative practitioners, and the incorporation of alternative therapy into regular practice (processes which have led to the use of the term ‘complementary therapy’ rather than ‘alternative therapy’). ...
There are no other evidence-based replacements for these traditional therapies, but studies do support a variety of complementary treatments for addiction. Yoga, Meditation and Mindfulness Yoga is an exercise that emphasizes controlled breathing and body postures to promote physical strength, concentration...
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Complementary treatments may help boost learning and communication skills in some people with autism. Complementary therapies include music, art, or animal-assisted therapy, such as horseback riding. Applied behavior analysis (ABA) is a type of treatment that aims to promote positive behavior and disc...
Knowledge is key to understanding your options. We’ve provided a list of common treatments and complementary therapies to discuss with your care team. These complementary therapies may help you deal with side effects of your treatment. You can bring thisTreatment Discussion Guideto your next doctor...
Complementary therapiesPurpose Among breast cancer survivors, we identified the prevalence and correlates of use of different types of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM). Patients and methods We included 2,022 women diagnosed with breast cancer 1998–2003 who responded to a survey about CAM ...
Topical medications that may bring pain relief include capsaicin cream and lidocaine patches (Lidoderm, Lidopain). Alternative or complementary therapies likeacupuncture, biofeedback, and physical therapy have been shown to be helpful in some cases. ...
Some alternative and complementary therapies that may be suggested to you alongside a primary treatment can help speed up the process of getting rid of a parasite. Some options include:11 Changing your diet to avoid simple carbohydrates Eating more raw foods, such as garlic, pumpkin seeds, pomegr...