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There are many medical modalities that are considered “alternative” or “complementary”—in this article, the methods with which the author is most familiar will be discussed: acupuncture, chiropractic, herbs, flower essences (Bach flowers), and aromatherapy.
Introduction
ARGUMENTS AGAINST THE ALTERNATIVE MEDICINES
ARGUMENTS IN FAVOR OF USING ALTERNATIVE MEDICINES, ESPECIALLY FOR THE GERIATRIC PATIENT
ACUPUNCTURE - History, Application, Conclusion
CHIROPRACTIC - Introduction, Applying Chiropractic, Safety
HERBAL MEDICINES - Introduction
Examples of herbs with tonic or specific activities for the listed organ systems or conditions
Veterinary homeopathic resources
Advantages of Herbal Remedies for the Geriatric Patient
Disadvantages
HOMEOPATHY - Introduction
Using Classic Homeopathy
FLOWER ESSENCES/BACH FLOWERS
Selected flower essence remedies
Summary
References
