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    Complementary Therapy: Labrador, April Ubas, Rayana

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    This document discusses traditional medicine, complementary and alternative medicine (CAM), and issues related to their integration and safety. It defines traditional medicine as health practices incorporating plant, animal and mineral medicines, spiritual therapies and manual techniques. CAM refers to non-traditional health practices not fully integrated into the mainstream system. The document outlines 5 major CAM therapies and notes that while some believe CAM is safer than conventional medicine, this is not always true and there are safety and legal issues to consider. It emphasizes the importance of patients informing doctors about CAM use and exercising caution when purchasing CAM products online.

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    This document discusses traditional medicine, complementary and alternative medicine (CAM), and issues related to their integration and safety. It defines traditional medicine as health practices incorporating plant, animal and mineral medicines, spiritual therapies and manual techniques. CAM refers to non-traditional health practices not fully integrated into the mainstream system. The document outlines 5 major CAM therapies and notes that while some believe CAM is safer than conventional medicine, this is not always true and there are safety and legal issues to consider. It emphasizes the importance of patients informing doctors about CAM use and exercising caution when purchasing CAM products online.

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    This document discusses traditional medicine, complementary and alternative medicine (CAM), and issues related to their integration and safety. It defines traditional medicine as health practices incorporating plant, animal and mineral medicines, spiritual therapies and manual techniques. CAM refers to non-traditional health practices not fully integrated into the mainstream system. The document outlines 5 major CAM therapies and notes that while some believe CAM is safer than conventional medicine, this is not always true and there are safety and legal issues to consider. It emphasizes the importance of patients informing doctors about CAM use and exercising caution when purchasing CAM products online.

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    This document discusses traditional medicine, complementary and alternative medicine (CAM), and issues related to their integration and safety. It defines traditional medicine as health practices incorporating plant, animal and mineral medicines, spiritual therapies and manual techniques. CAM refers to non-traditional health practices not fully integrated into the mainstream system. The document outlines 5 major CAM therapies and notes that while some believe CAM is safer than conventional medicine, this is not always true and there are safety and legal issues to consider. It emphasizes the importance of patients informing doctors about CAM use and exercising caution when purchasing CAM products online.

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    Complementary Therapy

    Labrador, April
    Ubas, Rayana
    Traditional Medicine
    Traditional Medicine

    Includes diverse health practices, approaches,


    knowledge and beliefs incorporating plant-, animal-
    and/or mineral based medicines, spiritual therapies,
    manual techniques and exercises applied singularly or
    in combination to maintain well-being, as well as to
    treat, diagnose or prevent illness.
    Complementary & Alternative
    Medicine
    Complementary & Alternative Medicine

    Broad set of health care practices that are not part


    of a country’s own tradition and not integrated into
    the dominant health care system. Other terms sometimes
    used to describe these health care practices include
    ‘natural medicine’, ‘non conventional medicine’ and
    ‘holistic medicine’.
    5 Major CAM Therapies

    1. Biologically based therapies


    2. Mind body interventions
    3. Manipulative & body-based methods
    4. Energy therapies
    5. Alternative medical systems
    Issues & Trends in Nursing
    Practice/Education
    Issues & Trends

    Many people believe that complementary therapies are


    safer than conventional medical treatments because
    they are more 'natural'. This is not always true.
    There are a number of safety and legal issues
    surrounding the use of complementary therapies that
    you need to be aware of.
    Important Issues to Consider
    To consider…

    ● There are many different complementary therapies available in the Philippines. It's
    not realistic to expect that a doctor should be familiar with all of them.
    ● A doctor's knowledge of complementary therapies may depend on their medical specialty.
    For example, a cancer specialist (oncologist) may know about complementary therapies
    specific to cancer, but have very little knowledge of any other kind.
    ● Many patients don't tell their regular doctor about their use of complementary
    therapies. Many patients incorrectly assume that the doctor will be judgmental or else
    won't understand.
    To consider…

    ● It is very important that you tell your doctor if you are receiving or planning to
    receive complementary therapy.
    ● Your doctor may have genuine misgivings about the safety of complementary therapies.
    Without regulation, standards of care differ from one therapist to the next. The
    evidence on a particular complementary medicine efficacy, risks and benefits may not
    be clear.
    ● Your doctor may be reluctant to refer a patient for fear of malpractice. In some
    cases, a doctor is legally liable if their referral to a complementary therapist
    results in harm to the patient.
    General Safety
    General Safety

    1. If you are concerned about your health, always see your doctor (GP) for diagnosis and
    treatment. Don't self-diagnose or seek diagnosis from a complementary therapist.

    2. Always consult with your doctor before taking a complementary medicine or embarking on
    a complementary therapy.

    3. Be an informed consumer. Medical misinformation or 'cyber quackery' is rife on the


    internet. Consult with reputable websites about complementary medicines and therapies.

    4. Be wary of complementary medicines for sale on the internet. The products may be
    out-of-date, poor quality or fake. You should consult your doctor before purchasing any
    healthcare product on the internet – especially if it is a complementary healthcare
    product.
    Prevention
    Prevention

    1. Clinical trials
    2. Products manufactured in a laboratory licensed by the
    DOH/WHO

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