CAM- complementary/ alternative therapies latest 2023 graded A

CAM- complementary/ alternative therapies latest 2023 graded A Complementary & Alternative Modalities (CAM) Group of diverse medical & healthcare systems, practices, & products not considered to be part of "conventional medicine" what does CAM involve? Involves complementary, alternative, and integrative medicine or therapies Whole medical systems Mind-body medicine Biologically based practices Manipulative & body-based practices Energy Medicine Dietary regimes Pharmacologic Therapies Thermal Therapy Biologically based- foods, special diets, herbal or plant preparation, vitamins, other supplements Manipulative chiropractic, osteopathy, massage, Energy based - Reiki, bioelectric or magnetic treatments pulsed fields, alternating and direct Mind body techniques- mental healing, expressive treatment, spiritual healing. Hypnosis, relaxation alternative medical systems - homeopathy, naturopathy, ayurveduc, traditional Chinese medicine including acupuncture and moxibustion. integrative Medicine: combines conventional medical treatments and CAM modalities that have a strong scientific base for use and deemed safe bring in things that have been approved. Alternative Therapies used instead of conventional or mainstream medical modalities. Includes non-approved, non-tested treatments that can be harmful Have to educate Complementary Therapies are used in conjunction with conventional or mainstream medical modalities. Given along with conventional treatment Factors that motivate patients to seek CAM therapy: Fear &