English | 2024 | Original PDF | 7 MB | 343 Pages
by Nancy Scanlan
Timely update of a practical reference book in complementary medicine with expansion of bibliographies, nutrition and diet, treatments, and therapies
Complementary Medicine for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses
provides a broad overview of complementary veterinary medicine in
general, designed as a reference book covering the most commonly used
complementary modalities, with an explanation of each modality and its
historical background, procedure guidelines, and usefulness, along with
practical tips. A range of both common and lesser-known modalities are
covered, including physical therapy, holistic nutrition, acupuncture,
chiropractic, Chinese, Western, and Ayurvedic herbal medicine,
homeopathy, aromatherapy, and grief counseling.
The text enables
readers to assist with procedures associated with holistic medicine and
knowledgeably discuss treatment options with clients. Outlining the
respective roles of technicians and veterinarians throughout, Complementary Medicine for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses
provides thorough coverage of integrative veterinary medicine in a
user-friendly, digestible format. The book provides clinically-relevant
patient history and release forms, a glossary of terms, quick reference
charts, and contact information for additional resources and training.
Written by a highly qualified author with significant experience in the field, Complementary Medicine for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses covers sample topics such as:
TCM
theory, chiropractic medicine, veterinary orthopedic manipulation
(VOM), osteopathy, homeopathy, aromatherapy, and veterinary NAET
Homotoxicology, applied kinesiology (AK), bach flower therapy,
glandulars, cold laser therapy, magnetic therapy, ozone therapy, and
prolotherapy BioNutritional analysis (BNA), immuno-augmentative therapy
(IAT), color therapy, rife, EAV/Biotron, and animal communicators
Detoxification, nutraceuticals, general nutrition, trigger point
therapy, reiki, shiatsu, tuina, underwater treadmill therapy, and herbal
pharmacy procedures Role of conventional medicine in a holistic
practice, ozone therapy, pulsing magnetic field therapy, and assisi
loop.
A unique resource covering different modalities that can be used to effectively treat health problems in animal patients, Complementary Medicine for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses
is an essential resource for veterinary technicians and nurses, along
with veterinarians and dedicated pet owners who wish to move beyond
basic consumer resources.
