ACUPUNCTURE
Acupuncture is a complimentary therapy which has been successfully used to treat some pain and nausea conditions. This article looks at the therapy and the evidence for its use.
ALTERNATIVE THERAPIES
FOR MENOPAUSE
There is increasing interest in the use of alternative products
to control symptoms of menopause. This article looks at
some of the main therapies being used and the evidence for
them.
CHRONIC FATIGUE SYNDROME
This article provides a thorough overview of theories surrounding
CFS and what treatments may be beneficial.
HERBAL REMEDIES UNDER
INVESTIGATION
Four popular herbal supplements are to have safety checks.
This article reports on the testing programme.
HOMEOPATHY
Homeopathy is a complimentary medicine that is used by some doctors. This article examines the evidence and theory behind its use.
HYPNOSIS AND HYPNOTHERAPY
Hypnosis is often used to help people give up smoking, to
lose weight and increase self esteem. This article describes
the theories and evidence behind its use.
MELATONIN
Melatonin has been proven to help treat jet lag and
sleep disorders in shift workers. This article looks at
the latest evidence and some of the unsubstantiated claims
that have been made.
PILATES
Pilates classes are now being adopted by world class
athletes and international rugby players. This article profiles
the importance of Pilates and the key principles of the
exercises.
ST JOHN'S WORT
This is a herbal remedy used as an alternative treatment
for mild to moderate depression. This article profiles the
remedy, the evidence for its use, and what precautions to
take while using it.
A-Z of Alternative and Complementary Medicine
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