Complementary and Alternative Medicine Secrets

By Wendy Kohatsu and Wendy Kohatsu MD

This new reference in the proven format of The Secrets Series provides balanced coverage of all current complementary and alternative therapies by today's leaders in the field. The first section of the book discusses each CAM modality and the disorders for which it has been proven beneficial, as well as what to look for in a practitioner of each field. The second section is organized by patient disorder, and the text discusses whether there is a "best" CAM approach, examines the evidence, and discusses CAM in comparison with allopathic approaches.Includes chapters on the various alternative therapies as well as chapters on medical disorders and the CAM treatments for those diseasesFocuses on the evidence for the effectiveness of CAM therapiesKohatsu one of the leaders in the field (member of first group of fellows of Andrew Weil at University fo Arizona Department of Integrative MedicineBook uses an "integrative" approach---not just CAM therapies, but therapies used in conjunction with total program for treating patient's condition (including standard medical therapies, nutrition, etc). Concise answers that include the author's pearls, tips, memory aids, and "secrets".

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1560534400
• ISBN13: 9781560534402
• Release Date: June 2002
• Publisher: Hanley & Belfus
• Length: 456 Pages
• Weight: 1.45 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 8.7" x 6.4"

Customer Reviews

Good discussions, well referenced

Good, succinct discussions of many CAM modalities, and of a spectrum of target symptoms and illnesses with appropriate CAM therapies. Generously referenced. For instance, the section on spirituality includes a helpful mnemonic for integrating spirituality with conventional medical care. The discussion on Otitis Media (inflammation of the middle ear, most common in early childhood) is an excellent example of how CAM therapies can be helpful. Suggested modalities detailed include breast feeding, cranial osteopathy, osteopathy, lymphatic drainage, flavonoids, homeopathy, herbs and other botanicals, allergy rotation diet, acupuncture, aromatherapy, and avoiding second-hand smoke and pacifiers. In Europe, the vast majority of cases of otitis media are treated with these therapies. In the US, 98% of cases are treated with antibiotics. Considering that over 100,000 people die annually from medication reactions, and that CAM therapies carry minimal risks, we have much to learn from these differences.