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.
