| If you are thinking of using alternative medicine to | | | | replaces conventional medicine. Many practices and |
| address some of your health concerns, read on to | | | | procedures are included in this broad category. An |
| find out more. | | | | example of this is making use of a special dietary |
| Alternative and complementary medicine is defined as | | | | procedure rather than going through surgery or |
| varied health care and medical systems, products and | | | | chemotherapy radiation in treating cancer. Most |
| practices that are not categorized as part of | | | | insurance companies do not provide coverage for |
| conventional medicine. Although there is scientific | | | | these kinds of practices. |
| evidence that supports complementary alternative | | | | Integrative Medicine |
| medicines (CAM), a lot of practices still lack credibility. | | | | You can also make use of what is known as |
| Concerns on safety and effectiveness remain an | | | | integrative medicine, which mixes conventional |
| open issue. | | | | medical treatments with complementary alternative |
| Some forms of alternative medicine have already | | | | medicine methods. |
| been proven effective and safe and are accepted by | | | | Integrative medicine is known as a complete |
| traditional health care systems. | | | | approach to patient care and involves body, mind and |
| Complementary vis-Ã -vis alternative medicine | | | | spirit. An example of this is the use of relaxation |
| What is the difference between complementary and | | | | techniques to minimize stress during chemotherapy |
| alternative medicine? | | | | sessions. |
| Complementary medicine is utilized with traditional | | | | Take your pick from these types of medical |
| medicine. An example of this is making use of | | | | treatments for your particular concern. You can |
| aromatherapy to make patients be at ease after | | | | choose from a variety of medical practices, whether |
| surgery. Another example is the use of acupuncture | | | | conventional, complementary, alternative or |
| to minimize side effects of cancer treatments in | | | | integrative medicine, to suit your health needs. You |
| patients. | | | | should research thoroughly before doing anything. |
| On the other hand, alternative medicine completely | | | | |