Complementary Therapies for Pregnancy and Childbirth - Brossura

Tiran, Denise; MacK, Sue

Brossura

ISBN 10: 0702023280 ISBN 13: 9780702023286

Casa editrice: Bailliere-Tindale, 2000

Riassunto

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

Su questo libro

Contenuti:

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

Product Description:

Book by Tiran MSc ADM PGCEA RM RGNbrbrMSc ADM PGCEA RM RGN

Su questa edizione

• Editore: Bailliere-Tindale
• Data di pubblicazione: 2000
• ISBN 10: 0702023280
• ISBN 13: 9780702023286
• Rilegatura: Copertina flessibile
• Numero edizione: 2
• Numero di pagine: 328