Description |
xix, 588 pages : illustrations, portraits ; 29 cm |
Contents |
Pt. 1. Mind-body integration -- 1. Physiologic pathways of mind-body communication -- 2. Research on mind-body effects -- 3. Psychoneuroimmunology and conditioning of immune function -- 4. How relationships and life events affect health : human studies -- Pt. 2. Mind-body interventions -- 5. Relaxation therapy -- 6. Meditation -- 7. Biofeedback / Frank Andrasik -- 8. Hypnosis -- 9. Imagery -- Pt. 3. Alternative professionals -- 10. Chiropractic -- 11. Acupuncture -- 12. Homeopathy : like cures like -- 13. Massage therapy -- 14. Aromatherapy / Jane Buckle -- Pt. 4. Complementary self-help strategies -- 15. Herbs as medical intervention -- 16. Exercise as an alternative therapy -- Pt. 5. Energetics and spirituality -- 17. Spirituality and healing -- 18. Therapeutic touch : healing with energy |
Summary |
"This research-based exploration of clinically relevant complementary and alternative medicine introduces you to complex scientific material in a straightforward, understandable approach." "Detailing the history, philosophy, and mechanisms of complementary and alternative medicine, this book balances theory with practical application and methods of treatment to give you a full understanding of each therapy. In Mosby's Complementary and Alternative Medicine solid research serves as the basis for each discussion, with a thorough review of the indications, contraindications, and clinically controlled trials."--BOOK JACKET |
Notes |
Previous ed.: 2001 |
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Formerly CIP. Uk |
Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index |
Subject |
Evidence-based medicine.
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Alternative medicine -- Problems, exercises, etc.
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Alternative medicine.
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Exercise.
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Mental Healing.
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Mind-Body Relations, Metaphysical.
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Complementary Therapies.
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Complementary Therapies.
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Exercise.
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Mental Healing.
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Mind-Body Relations, Metaphysical.
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Plants, Medicinal.
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Genre/Form |
Problems and exercises.
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Author |
Freeman, Lynda W.
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LC no. |
00002552 |
ISBN |
0323026265 : |
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9780323026260 hardback |
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