P02.65. Chiropractic, acupuncture and oriental medicine, and massagec services in two geriatric facilities: outcomes of 1033 patient visits
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Purpose There is insufficient information published on the topic of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) clinical services within geriatric settings. The purpose of this presentation is to describe results of a CAM demonstration project carried out within two geriatric facilities. Acupuncture and Oriental medicine (AOM), chiropractic, and massage clinical services were integrated into the facilities and data systematically collected. We prospectively gathered information on all patient visits provided by the CAM clinicians.
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