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Complementary Medicine
is often used by "conventional" medical practitioners to refer to
non-invasive, non-pharmaceutical techniques used as a complement to
"conventional" medical treatments such as drugs and surgery. The term
implies that "conventional" medicine is used as a primary tool and the
non-invasive, non-pharmaceutical techniques are used as a supplement
when needed. In many cases, properly chosen non-invasive and non-pharmaceutical healing techniques plus properly chosen lifestyle changes can completely and safely heal both acute and chronic illnesses. In other cases, "conventional" medicine is only needed in emergencies or when the safer non-invasive, non-pharmaceutical methods fail. In some cases "conventional" medicine will be a major part of a Holistic Healing Plan, but in some cases it is not needed at all. Always consult your primary health care provider before making any changes to your current medical treatment plan. And if you feel that it is necessary, request a referral from your health care provider to a qualified licensed alternative medical professional. For more information on Complementary Medicine please visit >> nccam.nih.gov |