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Clinical Research in Complementary Therapies: Principles, Problems and Solutions - Softcover

Lewith MA DM FRCP MRCGP, George Thomas; Jonas MD, Wayne B.; Walach Dip Psych PhD, Harald

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9780443063671: Clinical Research in Complementary Therapies: Principles, Problems and Solutions
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ISBN 10: 0443063672 ISBN 13: 9780443063671
Publisher: Churchill Livingstone, 2001

Synopsis

There is a considerable and increasing interest in research related to complementary therapies, to establish a base of research results which will support practice. However, not all therapies can be treated the same way, either from the same perspective of what health and treatment are, or channelled through the process of randomised controlled trials. This book analyses the key questions often asked and the controversies debated in complementary medicine research, and offers clear guidance written by experts in this field.

  • Describes and analyses general research issues which would have a specific significance in complementary therapy (CT) research
  • Suggests both general and specific factors which need to be considered in assessing or planning CT research
  • Pinpoints aspects of research which are different in orthodox research and CT research
  • Reviews briefly the types of research carried out in specific complementary therapies and analyses issues which arise
  • Includes information on measuring the economic cost and benefits of complementary medicine, clinical audit, and the value of placebos
  • Suggests ways in which future research should be modelled and which are the key issues to address.

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    About the Author

    George Lewith is a past Editor of the Harcourt journal "Complementary Therapies in Medicine" and has long been a leading figure in Complementary Medicinein the UK. Wayne Jones is a past director of the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine in the USA and, similarly, is one of the highest profile professionals in CAM today. Harald Walach is also known and respected in Europe and internationally in CAM.

    Review

    "A Well edited book on Complementary Therapies (CT)... (that) provide(s) you with a clear picture as to the weakness and the strengths in conducting research in CT. This book will appeal to both researchers and practitioners with interests in CT ." Ami Sevi, www.medix uk.com, July 2002
    is an ideal book for those wishing to research complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) and would be a good reference textbook for colleges introducing research into the syllabus as well as for other medical students looking at CAM ."Integrated Health, April 2002

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    Publisher
    Churchill Livingstone
    Publication date
    2001
    Language
    English
    ISBN 10 
    0443063672
    ISBN 13 
    9780443063671
    Binding
    Paperback
    Edition number
    1
    Number of pages
    392
    Rating
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