Clinical Research in Complementary Therapies: Principles, Problems and Solutions [Paperback]

George Thomas Lewith MA DM FRCP MRCGP (Author, Editor), Wayne B. Jonas MD (Author, Editor), Harald Walach Dip Psych PhD (Author, Editor), Wayne Jonas (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 15, 2002 | ISBN-10: 0443063672 | ISBN-13: 978-0443063671 | Edition: 1

There is a considerable and increasing interest in research related to complementary therapies to establish a base of research results which will support practice. However, not all therapies can be treated the same way, either from the same perspective of what health and treatment are, or channelled through the process of randomized, controlled trials. This book analyzes the key questions often asked and the controversies debated in complementary medicine research, and offers clear guidance written by experts in this field.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"A Well edited book on Complementary Therapies (CT)... (that) provide(s) you with a clear picture as to the weakness and the strengths in conducting research in CT. This book will appeal to both researchers and practitioners with interests in CT ." Ami Sevi, www.medix uk.com, July 2002
is an ideal book for those wishing to research complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) and would be a good reference textbook for colleges introducing research into the syllabus as well as for other medical students looking at CAM ."Integrated Health, April 2002

About the Author

George Lewith is a past Editor of the Harcourt journal "Complementary Therapies in Medicine" and has long been a leading figure in Complementary Medicinein the UK. Wayne Jones is a past director of the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine in the USA and, similarly, is one of the highest profile professionals in CAM today. Harald Walach is also known and respected in Europe and internationally in CAM.

Product Details

• Paperback: 376 pages
• Publisher: Churchill Livingstone; 1 edition (January 15, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0443063672
• ISBN-13: 978-0443063671
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 6.1 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,675,652 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)