The Desktop Guide to Complementary and Alternative Medicine: The Desktop Guide to Complementary and Alternative Medicine

The 2nd edition of this highly successful essential clinical reference provides concise, evidence-based information on 69 popular forms of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM), and 46 common conditions frequently treated with CAM. Each section has a clear and accessible design for quick decision-making, and includes an analysis of the most up-to-date research available. This handy reference also includes a searchable CD-ROM. · Provides a single authoritative reference source on CAM for health professionals· Takes a systematic and evidence-based approach· Offers concise information on CAM diagnostic methods and treatments· Summarizes clinical trial data on the effectiveness of CAM for specific conditions· Alerts readers to cases where CAM may be risky or inappropriate· Weighs up the benefits and risks of each CAM treatment· Makes recommendations for practice in the context of conventional medical management· Includes CD-ROM with fully searchable text· CD-ROM includes links to Medline · Thoroughly revised, updated and expanded· Additional forms of CAM therapies and medicine· Additional conditions frequently treated with CAM· All literature searches fully updated and hundreds of new trials reviewed
ASIN: 0723433836
VSKU: BVV.0723433836.G
Condition: Good
Author/Artist:Ernst MD PhD FRCP FRCPED, Edzard|Pittler MD PHD, Max H.|Wider MA, Barbara
Binding: Paperback
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Condition Notes: The item shows wear from consistent use, but it remains in good condition and works perfectly. All pages and cover are intact including the dust cover, if applicable . Spine may show signs of wear. Pages may include limited notes and highlighting. May NOT include discs, access code or other supplemental materials.