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Trick or Treatment: The Undeniable Facts about Alternative Medicine»rank: 9111by: Simon Singh, Edzard Ernst
: :The truth about the potions, lotions, pills and needles, pummelling and energizing that lie beyond the realms of conventional medicine.Whether you are an ardent believer in alternative medicine, a skeptic, or are simply baffled by the range of services and opinions, this guide lays to rest doubts and contradictions with authority, integrity, and clarity. In this groundbreaking analysis, over thirty of the most popular treatments—acupuncture, homeopathy, aromatherapy, reflexology, chiropractic, and herbal medicines—are examined for their benefits and potential dangers. Questions answered include: What works and what doesn't? What are the secrets, and what are the lies? Who can you trust, and who is ripping you off? Can science decide what ... |
Healing, Hype, or Harm?: A Critical Analysis of Complementary or Alternative Medicine (Societas)»rank: 579619from: Imprint Academic
: :The scientists writing this book are not 'against' complementary or alternative medicine (CAM), but they are very much 'for' evidence-based medicine and single standards. They aim to counter-balance the many uncritical books on CAM and to stimulate intelligent, well-informed public debate. |
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The Desktop Guide to Complementary and Alternative Medicine: An Evidence-Based Approach»rank: 729692from: Mosby
: :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· ... |
The Complete Book of Symptoms and Treatments: Your Comprehensive Guide to the Safety and Effectiveness of Alternative and Complementary Medicine for Common Ailments»rank: 830118by: Gerd Glaeske, Kurt Langbein, Christian Skalnik, Reinhard Saller
: :Based on in-depth scientific research and detailed analysis of medical literature, this book gives an objective assessment of diagnostic and therapeutic techniques currently used in complementary health care. It contains comprehensive information on safe techniques--such as acupuncture, homeopathy and Bach flower remedies--while advising purely non-orthodox methods of diagnosis. |
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Oxford Handbook of Complementary Medicine (Oxford Handbooks)»rank: 193419by: Edzard Ernst, Max H Pittler, Barbara Wider, Kate Boddy
: :The Oxford Handbook of Complementary Medicine presents evidence-based information on complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) in an easily accessible form, thereby enabling hospital doctors, GPs, nurses, medical students and other healthcare professionals to competently advise patients about CAM treatments. The book covers such things as definitions, cost, safety, regulation, legal and ethical issues and a range of practical issues, diagnostic techniques, and risk-benefit assessments of complementary therapies and medicines. The main part of the book is organised by condition, outlining for each the CAM treatments available, ranked according to level of evidence of effectiveness, followed by a concise clinical bottom line assessing risks and benefits, and their effectiveness in relation ... |
Help Yourself To Health: Sleep»rank: 5731526by: Edzard Ernst
: :Can't sleep? You have company--only about 20 percent of those living in industrialized countries have no sleep disturbances at all. If the incredible array of alternative therapies have left you confused, this self-help guide will lead you through the maze of choices till you arrive at the ones that succeed for you. Understand exactly what insomnia is, its possible causes from snoring to nightmares, and how much sleep is enough. * Sleeping pills, counseling, and cognitive behavior therapy: will these conventional treatments do the trick for you--and what are their advantages and disadvantages? * One by one, consider complementary therapies alone and in combination: melatonin; herbal remedies like lemon balm; ... |
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Complementary Therapies for Pain Management: An Evidence-Based Approach»rank: 1485719by: Edzard Ernst
: :Pain is the single most common reason for patients to consult a CAM practitioner. This essential new book provides concise evidence-based information on complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) in relation to pain. Each section has a clear and accessible design to enable quick decision-making, and includes an analysis of the most up-to-date research available.Provides a single authoritative reference source on CAM for pain for healthcare professionalsTakes a systematic and evidence-based approachOffers concise information on CAM diagnostic methods and treatments for painSummarises clinical trial data on the effectiveness of CAM for specific areas of painAlerts readers to areas where CAM may present risksWeighs the benefits and risks of each CAM treatment ... |
Herb-Drug Interaction Handbook»rank: 1771760by: Sharon M. Herr
: :Spiral-bound softcover. 409 + vii pp. Edited by Edzard Ernst, MD, and Veronica S.L. Young, PharmD. |
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Acupuncture: A Scientific Appraisal»rank: 1956867from: Butterworth-Heinemann
: :A new text examining acupuncture from a scientific standpoint. Related titles in the growing Butterworth Heinemann list include: 'Complementary Medicine: an objective appraisal' and 'Homoeopathy: a critical appraisal', both of which also originate from the Department of Complementary Medicine at the University of Exeter.This thought-provoking new book provides a critical evaluation of the discipline, reviewing known facts, defining current knowledge gaps and formulating several interesting challenges for the future. The book |
Back Pain: Practical Ways To Restore Health Using Complementary Medicine»rank: 4511226by: Edzard Ernst
: :How many other people suffer back pain besides yourself? Almost everybody, experts say. And, like the common cold, there seems to be no cure for back pain, but there are many ways you can relieve its effects. While back pain is the most common reason people see a physician, conventional treatments very often are not enough. Thus back pain is also the most common reason people seek out alternative, or complementary, therapies. Find out about the most effective mainstream approaches, and also the most promising complementary ones. The extraordinary color illustrations make it easy to follow. Learn the ways your back is related to your other physical systems, as well ... |