An Introduction to Complementary and Alternative Therapies [Paperback]

Georgia M. Decker (Editor)

Book Description

Publication Date: November 1, 1999 | ISBN-10: 1890504149 | ISBN-13: 978-1890504144 | Edition: 1

This practical reference guide offers concise descriptions of a variety of complementary and alternative therapies. It explores the use of mind-body interventions, pharmacologic and biologic therapies, herbal therapies, diet and lifestyle changes, and other healing methods.

Editorial Reviews

From the Publisher

An Introduction to Complementary and Alternative Therapies is a user-friendly book that will help a vast audience to learn more about alternative and complementary therapies in health care. This book clearly meets the authors' goals of providing a quick and easy "hands-on" reference for healthcare providers, yet it is written in a manner that makes the information accessible for the lay audience as well. The book provides comprehensive, yet brief and easy-to-read descriptions for each intervention. Also included is a list of resources that can provide further information on many of the topics.

From the Author

Recent research documents the increased use of complementary and alternative therapies since 1990. At Integrative Care, the complementary therapy practice I founded, patients and healthcare professionals frequently ask, "But, where do I begin?" From these requests was born the concept for this book. It provides a place to begin. We have attempted to address the basic tenets of some of the most common therapies as well as descriptions of some lesser-known treatments while providing resources for ongoing reference.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 262 pages
• Publisher: Oncology Nursing Society; 1 edition (November 1, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1890504149
• ISBN-13: 978-1890504144
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,335,199 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)