Complementary and Alternative Veterinary Medicine Considered

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Written by veterinarian David W. Ramey and bioethicist Bernard E. Rollin, the book helps veterinary professionals make informed decisions when discussing complementary therapies with clients or considering their integration into clinical practice. It explores what is currently supported by scientific evidence, where knowledge gaps remain, and how veterinarians can evaluate emerging therapies using evidence-based medicine.

The book covers topics including:

• Principles of evidence-based veterinary medicine
• History and development of complementary and alternative veterinary medicine (CAVM)
• Scientific evaluation of alternative therapies
• Ethics of complementary veterinary medicine
• Placebo effects and perceived treatment success
• Acupuncture and acupressure
• Chiropractic therapy
• Massage therapy
• Herbal medicine and phytotherapy
• Homeopathy
• Laser and light therapies
• Magnetic and electromagnetic therapies
• Energy medicine
• Regulatory considerations for complementary therapies
• Critical appraisal of scientific literature
• Client communication regarding alternative treatments
• Integrating evidence into clinical decision-making

Rather than advocating specific treatment modalities, the book encourages critical thinking and scientific evaluation, helping veterinary professionals distinguish between therapies supported by evidence and those requiring further research. It serves as a valuable resource for clinicians seeking an objective perspective on complementary and alternative veterinary medicine.

Who is this book for?

• Veterinarians
• Veterinary students
• Veterinary researchers
• Veterinary educators
• Veterinary technicians
• Professionals interested in evidence-based veterinary medicine
• Clinicians evaluating complementary and alternative therapies