Complementary therapies

"This ... guide brings together expert advice, the latest research and the facts about the most commonly used complementary therapies. ... Each therapy will have information on its history, what the treatment involves and what it can be used for. The book will explore the general benefits, scientifically proved benefits and anecdotal benefits of each therapy included to ensure a balanced and realistic view of each treatment. There will also be dedicated sections in each chapter on how a particular therapy can be especially useful if you are pregnant, elderly, or a parent wanting treatment for your child."--Back cover.