The Alternative Medicine Sourcebook : A Realistic Evaluation of Alternative Healing Methods Book

One-third of all Americans currently use some form of alterntive treatment, whether to enhance their sense of well-being or to complement conventional medical treatments. Whatever the reason, alternative medicine has had a profound influence on the way people approach their health care.

Dr. Steven Bratman examines the various branches of alternative medicine, including homepathy, movement therapies, bodywork, naturopathy, and Chinese medicine. He provides information on how to properly use these approaches, how to find qualified practitioners, and how alterntive therapies can complement medical treatment.

The world of alterntive medicine is diverse and sometimes self-contradicting, so The Alternative Medicine Sourcebook takes a balanced look at each method, exploring its strengths and weaknesses, and distinguishing between what is useful and what is not so that you can make an informed decision about your health.

"...a complete guide to the confusing array of treatments, techniques, and philosophies...provides a balanced and practical look at the many choices available...explores and distinguishes between what is useful and what is nonsense."