Complementary Therapies Flashcards
Definition of complementary care
Services that provide holistic care that complements orthodox medical treatment
Complementary therapy definition
Therapy that complements patience, conventional treatments
Alternative treatment definition
Treatments that are given as an alternative to orthodox treatments
Why should we consider the use of complimentary therapy
Typically used my new age ppl
Attitudes are now changing
Patients accessing therapies anyways
Who uses complimentary therapy
30% of patients before seeing their GP
younger
Females
Higher socio economic groups
Benefits of complimentary therapy
Reduce anxiety depression and stress
Relaxation
Help gain perspective
Help give a sense of control over treatment
What are the problems with complementary therapy and cancer care?
Lack of reliable info
Reluctant practitioners to acknowledge therapy
Aromatherapy oils can lead to cancer recurrence
Name the 4 types of therapies with examples
Touch - massage and acupuncture
Healing and energy - laying on of hands
Mind body - relaxation
Herbs - homotherapy
Name the therapies that can be used in cancer care
Massage
Aromatherapy
Relaxation
Art therapy
Homeopathy
