Integrating naturopathy: can we move forward?
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Although acupuncture and chiropractic care have achieved some measure of acceptance within mainstream medicine, the integrative role for naturopathy has yet to be well specified. This essay provides a discussion of the potential benefits of naturopathic medicine, as well as an overview of current obstacles to its integration. Action steps toward improving communication between allopathic and naturopathic physicians are suggested.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- The Permanente journal
دوره 17 4 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2013