Cover image
Title Page
Disclaimer
Table of Contents
Copyright
Dedication
In Memoriam
Contributors
Reviewers
Foreword from the Third Edition
Foreword from the Fourth Edition
Foreword from the Fifth Edition
Your “Good Medicine” Guide to CAM
Introduction
The Blind Men and the Elephant: Getting the Right Energy
Preface
In the Field
Outer Space
Down a River in China
Creating a Text on Complementary, Alternative and Integrative Medicine
New Translations
Benefits for All Health Professions
Covering All the Relevant Sciences for the Health Professions
Contents and Organization
Notes to the Reader
About the Author
Section One Foundations of Complementary/Alternative Medicine in Health Care
Introduction
1 Characteristics of Complementary and Alternative Medicine and Contemporary Health Care
Role of Science and the Sciences
Whole Health and Wellness
Self-Healing
Plant Life, Nutrition, and Natural Products
Individuality
Some Fundamentals of Medical Science
References
2 Translation From Conventional Medicine
Nomenclature and Philosophies of Care
Energy, Holism, and Vitalism
Medical Ecology and the Adaptation Model
Bioenergetic Explanations for Body Work
Ayurveda
Chinese Medicine
Homeopathy
Naturopathy and Western Herbalism
Comparative Global Perspectives
References
Suggested Readings
3 Issues and Problems in Integrative Medicine
Location, Location, Location
CAM Practices
Availability of Services
Models of Integration
Effectiveness and Cost-Effectiveness
Reasons Why CAM May Not Work in Integrative Practice
Problems With Integrative Medical Research
Mainstream Research on Herbal Remedies
Some Prospective Solutions for Integrative Medicine
References
Suggested Readings
4 CAM in Social Work, Community, and Environment
Community, Environment, and Social Determinants of Health
Major Health Stressor to Community: Environmental and Air Pollution
Health Outcomes
CAM, Social Work, and Community
Comprehensive Approaches: Healthy Community Initiatives
Beyond Communities
References
Suggested Readings
Section Two Fundamental Sciences
Introduction
5 Quantum Biology and Biofields in Health and Healing
Biophotonics
References
6 Energy Medicine
Subtlety of Vital Energy
Mechanisms of Action
Information Biology
Levels of Evidence
Magnetic Therapy
Light, Healing, and Biophotons
Homeopathy as Energy Medicine
Energy, Expectation, Intention, and Placebo
Biofields
Vital Force Field
Cellular Effects
Quantum Enigmas of DNA, Enzyme Functions, Photosynthesis, and Animal Migration
References
Suggested Readings
7 Quantum Botany, Plant Ecology, and Systems Theory
Gaia Theory: Interdependence of Organism and Environment
Coherent Coupling, Coevolution, and Adaptation
Coupling of Humans With Plants: Phytochemistry of Plant–Human Coalitions
Hormesis and Xenohormesis—Adaptation to the Phytochemical Environment
Ecological Pharmacy and the Basis of Pharmacology
Molecular Models of Activity
Summary and Conclusion
References
8 Neurohumoral Physiology and Psychoneuroimmunology
Neurohumoral Mechanisms
Psychoneuroimmunology
Summary
References
9 Mind–Body Physiology and Placebo Effects
Historical Overview
Evolution in Scientific Understanding
Role of Consciousness
The Placebo Effect
References
Suggested Readings
Section Three Mind–Body Medicine
Introduction
10 Western Foundations of Mind–Body, Mindfulness, and Meditation
From Great Britain to Early and Late America
American Origins
Meditative Thought in Post–World War II America: From a to Zen
Going a Long Way to Find What Was Left Behind
References
Suggested Readings
11 Mind–Body Therapies Part 1
Psychotherapy
Stress Reduction and Relaxation Therapies
Meditation
References
Suggested Readings
12 Mind–Body Therapies Part 2
Hypnosis
Biofeedback
Guided Imagery
Mental Healing: Local and Nonlocal
Spirituality and Healing
Combined Mind–Body Approaches
Psychometric Approach to Selecting CAM Therapies
References
Suggested Readings
13 Prayer, Religion, Intentionality, and Spirituality
Introduction
Spirituality and Religion in America
Chronic Diseases and Cancer
Chronic Diseases and Cancer Among Religious Groups
Religious Commitment
Religion and Coping Mechanisms
Biological Mediating Factors
Religion and Negative Health Outcomes
Clinical Implications
Summary and Conclusion
References
Suggested Readings
14 Humor, Laughter, and Wellness
Healing Sounds of Laughter
Wellness—Recognizing Whole Potential
Humor and Laughter
Humor Therapy in Practice
The Growing World of Humor
Three Myths About Laughter That Keep Us From Laughing
A Definition of Humor
It May Be Serious, but It Needn't Be Solemn
Humor in Health Care Settings
Antidote for Stress in Health Care
Laughter Is the Best Medicine
Health Care Humor in Today's World—Update From the Field
References
Health and Humor Resources: Individuals, Organizations, and Publications
Suggested Readings
15 Integrative Mental Health Care
Introduction
Ancient Healing Traditions and Scientific Innovations in Mental Health Care
Limitations of Biomedical Psychiatry and Psychopharmacology
Increased Openness to Complementary and Alternative Medicine
Emerging Practice of Integrative Mental Health Care
History Taking, Assessment, and Formulation
Expanding on Biomedical Approaches
Improving Accuracy and Cost-Effectiveness
Functional Medicine Assessment Approaches
Psychiatric Assessment Beyond Clinical Laboratory Measurements
Moving From Assessment to Formulation
Factors That Promote Optimal Health and Well-Being
Treatment Planning
Safety
Possible Future Pathways of Mental Health Care and Psychiatry
References
Suggested Readings
Section Four Bodywork and Manual Therapies
Introduction
16 Massage and Manual Therapies
Biomechanical Principles of Bodywork
Concepts of Manual Healing
The Biomatrix of the Body
Classical Massage
Manual Acupressure and Jin Shin DO
Ayurvedic Manipulation
Craniosacral Therapy
Manual Energy Work
Hydrotherapy and Thermal Therapy
Lymphatic Drainage Techniques
Muscle Energy Technique
Myofascial Release
Neural Mobilization and Manipulation
Neuromuscular Therapy Techniques
Orthopedic Massage
Reflexology
Sports Massage
Strain-Counterstrain or Positional Release Technique
Spa-Resort Therapies
Visceral Manipulation
Osseous Techniques
Special Populations
Massage Practice Settings and Availability
References
Suggested Readings
17 Bodywork, Healing Touch, and Touch Therapies
Bodywork
Healing Touch, Reiki, and Energy Therapies
Energetic Aspects of Specific Clinical Syndromes
References
Suggested Readings
18 Chiropractic and Spinal Manual Therapy
Origins From Magnetic Healing
Therapeutic Breakthroughs
Evaluation and Adjustment
Research
References
Suggested Readings
Professional Resources
19 Reflexology
History
Theory
Internal Organs and the Three-Dimensional Body
Zone-Related Referral
Negative Feedback Loop
Benefits and Scope
Adverse Effects
Credentialing and Training
Summary
References
Suggested Readings
20 Yoga
Philosophy of Yoga
Energy Anatomy
Elements of Physical Yoga Practice
Yoga Therapy and Health Benefits
Summary
References
Section Five Western Electromagnetic, Natural, Nutritional, and Plant-Based Therapies
Introduction
21 Western Origins of Natural Medicines, Nature Cure, Osteopathy, and Naturopathy
History of “Regular” Medicine
Nature Cure, Naturopathy, and Natural Medicine
Origins of Osteopathic Medicine
Twentieth-Century Medical Theory and Practice
Therapeutic Offshoots of Osteopathy
Peak of Natural Medicine
Conclusion
References
Suggested Readings
22 Contemporary Naturopathic Medicine
Principles
Unifying Theory: Healing Power of Nature and Therapeutic Order
Diagnosis
Case Analysis and Management
Therapeutic Modalities
Therapeutic Approach
Standards and Accountability
Scope of Practice, Licensing, and Organization
Meaningful “Integrative Medicine”
Education
Research
Naturopathic Medicine in the Health Care System
References
Suggested Reading
23 Electromagnetic Therapies Part 1
Electromagnetic Radiation: Light
References
Suggested Readings
24 Electromagnetic Therapies Part 2
Attractions of the Word and World of Magnets
Exploration and Enlightenment Ideas
Modern Medical Magnetism
Magnetic Therapy for Pain
Appendix: Survey of Electromagnetic Medical Devices for Diagnosis and Treatment
References
Suggested Readings
Professional Resources
25 Homeopathic Medicine
Definition
History
Theoretical Basis
Homeopathic Pharmacy
Research
The Homeopathic Medical Encounter
Conditions Treatable With Homeopathy
Global Implications
Practice Patterns
Conclusion
References
Suggested Reading
26 Western Herbalism and Ethnobotany
Classifications of Herbal Remedies and Herbalism
“Herb” And Other Words
Classifications of Herbalists
Herbs and Medicinal Plants
Recent Research on Common Herbal Supplements and Synergies
General Considerations
Research Issues
Economic Issues
References
Suggested Readings
Websites
27 Plant Essential Oils and Aromatherapy
Inhalation in the Twenty-First Century
Aerosol Therapies
References
Suggested Readings
28 Food and Agriculture, Diet and Nutrition, and Water and Hydration
Section I: Food and Agriculture
Section II: Diet and Nutrition
Section III: Water and Hydration
References
Suggested Readings
29 Dietary and Nutritional Therapies
Section I: Diet Therapies
Section Ii: Health Management with Foods and Micronutrients
References
Suggested Readings
Section Six Traditional World Medical Systems Part 1: East and Southeast Asia
Introduction
30 Social and Cultural Factors in Medicine
Relativity and Models
The Issue of Scale
Fundamental Questions Health Care Systems Try to Answer
Cultural Concept of the Health Care System
Modalities of Health Care
Explanatory Models
Concepts of Sickness, Disease, and Imbalance
The Practitioner–Patient Relationship
Making Sense of All the Variability
Issues in the Development of an Integrated Medicine
Summary and Conclusions
Acknowledgments
References
Suggested Readings
31 Ethnomedicine, Shamanism, and Cultural Origins
Scientific Study of Ethnomedicine and Shamanism
Alternative Medicine as Ethnomedicine
Health Care as a Social–Cultural System
Government-Industrialized Medicine as an Economic System
Origins of Shamanism: Central Asia and Ancient China
References
32 Traditional Medicine of China and East Asia
China's Traditional Medicine In Cultural Perspective
Dynastic Medicine
So-Called Chinese Medicine
Fundamental Concepts
Therapeutic Methods
East Asia: Chinese Medicine “Overseas”
Practice Settings
Research and Evaluation
Acknowledgments
Appendix
References
Suggested Readings
33 Classical Acupuncture
The Idea of Acupuncture
Core Acupuncture Theory and Practice
Traditions, Schools, Styles, and Systems
Acupuncture Research
References
Suggested Readings
34 Southeast Asia
Burma and Thailand
References
Suggested Readings
Section Seven Traditional World Medical Systems Part 2: Middle Asia
35 Tibetan Medicine
Perspective
Theory and Practice
The Body in Disorder
The Root of Recognizing Signs: Diagnosis
Questioning
Therapeutics: the Root of Healing
Contemporary Practice and Training
Research and Evaluation
Acknowledgments
References
Suggested Readings
36 Traditional Medicines of India and Nepal
The Science of Life
Four Phases
The Five Elements
Constitutional Types
The Naming of Disease
Diagnosis and Treatment
Siddha Medicine of South India
Clinical Treatments
Individualized Medical Profile
Nepal
References
Suggested Readings
37 Unani Medicine
Theoretical Basis of Unani Medicine
Practical Basis of Unani Medicine
Summary and Conclusion
References
38 Sufism and Healing in the Middle East
Sufism and Rapid Healing
Meditation
Sufism and Complementary and Alternative Medicine
Acknowledgments
References
Suggested Readings
Section Eight Traditional World Medical Systems Part 3: Africa, Americas, and the Pacific
39 Western Africa
The Ambiguity of Djambe
Image of Limited Good
Ritual and Religion
Sorcery and Witchcraft in the West
Perceptions of Shamanism in the West
The Meanings of Shamanism
References
Suggested Readings
40 South Africa
Concepts of Health, Illness, and Healing
Traditional Healing Processes
The Archetypal Healer
Spiritual Context
Psychosocial Relations
Lifelong Healing
Hardship and Humility
References
Suggested Readings
41 Native North American Medicine and Medicinal Plants
Ancient Lifeways and Medicine in the Americas
Healers and Nature
Healing Practices
Plagues and Epidemics
Native American Medicine in the “New Age”
Native American Medicinal Plants
Note on Further Reading
References
Suggested Readings
42 Latin American Medicine and Curanderismo
Curanderismo
Natural and Supernatural
Three Levels
Natural Illnesses and Natural Cures
Where Healing Happens
Home Remedies
Four Common Folk Illnesses
“Pan-Indian” Peyote Ceremony
Ayahuasca of the Rain Forest
References
Suggested Readings
43 Hawaii, South Pacific, and Philippine Islands; Alaska and Pacific Northwest
Hawaii
Samoa
The Philippine Islands
Alaska and the Pacific Northwest
References
44 Modern Asia, Africa, the Americas, and the Pacific
The Americas
Africa
World Health Organization
Global Ethnomedicine in the Twenty-First Century
References
Suggested Readings
Website
Index
