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Complementary Therapies for Pregnancy and Childbirth

Denise Tiran (Author), Sue Mack (Author)

9780702023286, Elsevier Health Sciences

Paperback, published 12 January 2000

328 pages, 85 ills.
24.8 x 19 x 2.1 cm, 0.64 kg

There has been a rapid increase in the interest of safe complementary and alternative approaches to healthcare in pregnancy and childbirth. For those working in maternity care who seek the evidence base for therapeutic approaches, this book offers a comprehensive guide to the principles and practice of complementary therapies, and their application to expectant andnew mothers and their babies.

  • History and background are given for each therapy, using a specifically midwifery perspective
    • Contraindications and appropriate conditions to treat are specified
  • Up-to-date research is included, as more research is available than ever before and so the midwife has to be able to make accurate assessments based on evidence.
    • Legislative and professional conduct issues are covered ,putting the information into a clear midwifery context and giving guidelines to enable the midwife to deal confidently with new therapeutic approaches
  • Comprehensively updated with new research studies where available
    • New chapters on chiropractic, hypnotherapy, Bach flower remedies, Alexander technique

    Homeopathy &middot
    Osteopathy &middot
    Chiropractic &middot
    Acupuncture &middot
    Herbal Medicine &middot
    Massage and Aromatherapy &middot
    Reflexology &middot
    Shiatsu &middot
    Hypnotherapy &middot
    Hydrotherapy &middot
    Complementary Therapies for theRelief of Physical and Emotional Stress &middot
    Other Therapies - Bach Flower Remedies &middot
    Alexander Technique &middot
    Conclusion &middot
    Appendices - Quick Reference Chart, Useful Addresses.

    Subject Areas: Midwifery [MQD]
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