Integrative Pediatric Oncology [electronic resource] /
Längler, Alfred.editor.
Mansky, Patrick J.editor.
Seifert, Georg.editor.
This book covers a broad spectrum of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) practices as part of an integrative pediatric oncology employed worldwide, with a special focus on those methods commonly used in the so-called Western countries. It is a scientifically based, practice-oriented handbook that will meet the needs of pediatric oncologists working in medical practices and hospitals. An introductory section offers a comparative overview of contemporary CAM use in pediatric oncology in different countries and also considers such topics as salutogenic approaches, physician attitudes towards CAM, and epistemological issues around integrative medicine. Commonly used CAM methods are then discussed in a series of individual chapters that provide a theoretical description of the method in question, followed by more practically oriented information, including scientific data if applicable. Special attention is devoted to the question of how to integrate each method into conventional pediatric oncology. The next part of the book discusses aspects of CAM requiring further cultivation, such as institutional research, education and training, and information delivery to parents and children. The book closes with a road map on establishing integrative pediatric oncology worldwide that includes details of existing integrative initiatives in pediatric oncology units. .
Description based upon print version of record.
Pediatric Oncology; Copyright Page; Preface; Contents; 1: Introduction; 1.1 CAM and Salutogenesis; References; 2: CAM Use in Pediatric Oncology: What Do We Know in the Year 2012?; 2.1 Introduction; 2.2 Frequency of CAM Use in Pediatric Oncology; 2.2.1 Europe; 2.2.2 Middle East; 2.2.3 Canada; 2.2.4 USA; 2.2.5 Mexico; 2.2.6 Asia; 2.3  Specific CAM Treatments; 2.3.1 Natural Products; 2.3.1.1 Herbal Supplements; 2.3.1.2 Vitamin/Mineral Supplements; 2.3.1.3 Other Natural Products; 2.3.1.4 Dietary Changes; 2.3.2 Mind-Body Medicine; 2.3.3 Manipulative and Body-Based Practices
2.3.4 Other CAM Practices2.3.4.1 Movement Therapies; 2.3.4.2 Traditional Healer; 2.3.4.3 Measurable Energy Fields; 2.3.4.4 Subtle Forms of Energy; 2.3.4.5 Whole Medical Systems; 2.4 Factors Associated with CAM Use; 2.5 Side Effects of CAM Treatments; 2.6 Source of Information Concerning CAM Treatments; 2.7 Parental Expectations of CAM Treatments; 2.8  Perceived Benefits of CAM Treatments; 2.9 Communication Between Parents/Patients and Physicians About CAM; References
3: Attitudes, Beliefs, and Communication About Complementary and Alternative Medicine Among Oncologists, Pediatricians, and Pediatric Oncologists3.1 Introduction; 3.2 Communication About CAM; 3.3 Doctors' Estimations of the Frequency of CAM Use by Their Patients; 3.4 Personal Experience of CAM; 3.5 CAM Treatments Recommended by Doctors for Their Patients; 3.6 Referral of Patients to CAM Specialists; 3.7 Concerns About CAM Use by Patients; 3.8 Effects and Side Effects of CAM Use Observed by Doctors; 3.9  Doctors' Qualification and Training; 3.10 Summary; References; 4: Anthroposophic Medicine
4.1 Background4.2 The Anthroposophic View of the Human Being; 4.3 The Fourfold Structure of the Human Organism; 4.3.1 Physical Body; 4.3.2 Etheric Body; 4.3.3 Astral Body; 4.3.4 Ego Organization; 4.4 Functional Threefoldness; 4.4.1 Nerve-Sense System; 4.4.2 Metabolic-Limb System; 4.4.3 Rhythmic System; 4.5 The Concept of Health and Illness in Anthroposophic Medicine; 4.6 Anthroposophic Treatment; 4.6.1 Practical Application of Anthroposophic Treatment; 4.6.1.1 Mineral Medicines; 4.6.1.2 Plant Medicines; 4.6.1.3 Medicines of Animal Origin; 4.7 Anthroposophic Pharmacy
4.8 Non-medication Treatments4.8.1 Treatments for External Use: Compresses and Application of Oils and Ointments; 4.8.2 Rhythmic Massage; 4.8.3 Eurythmy Therapy; 4.8.4 Art Therapy; 4.9 Research Overview; 4.9.1 General; 4.9.2 Mistletoe Therapy; 4.10 Anthroposophic Medicine in Pediatrics; 4.11 Anthroposophic Medicine in Pediatric Oncology; 4.11.1 Practical Application of Anthroposophic Medicine in Pediatric Oncology/Practical Recommendations; 4.12 Open Questions; References; 5: Art Therapies Including Music Therapies; 5.1 Arts Therapies; 5.1.1 Visual Art Therapies; 5.1.1.1 General Aims
5.1.1.2 Practice Examples
Includes bibliographical references and index.
This book covers a broad spectrum of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) practices as part of an integrative pediatric oncology employed worldwide, with a special focus on those methods commonly used in the so-called Western countries. It is a scientifically based, practice-oriented handbook that will meet the needs of pediatric oncologists working in medical practices and hospitals. An introductory section offers a comparative overview of contemporary CAM use in pediatric oncology in different countries and also considers such topics as salutogenic approaches, physician attitudes towards CAM, and epistemological issues around integrative medicine. Commonly used CAM methods are then discussed in a series of individual chapters that provide a theoretical description of the method in question, followed by more practically oriented information, including scientific data if applicable. Special attention is devoted to the question of how to integrate each method into conventional pediatric oncology. The next part of the book discusses aspects of CAM requiring further cultivation, such as institutional research, education and training, and information delivery to parents and children. The book closes with a road map on establishing integrative pediatric oncology worldwide that includes details of existing integrative initiatives in pediatric oncology units. .
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