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Complementary and alternative medicine for children: does it work?

K J Kemper1

  • 1Center for Holistic Pediatric Education and Research, Childrens Hospital, 300 Longwood Avenue, Boston, MA 02115, USA. kemper_k@a1.tch.harvard.edu

Archives of Disease in Childhood
|December 22, 2000
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Complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) use in children is rising, especially for severely ill youth. This review explores common pediatric CAM options like supplements, hypnosis, massage, chiropractic, and acupuncture.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Health
  • Integrative Medicine
  • Evidence-Based Practice

Background:

  • Increasing prevalence of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) use in pediatric populations.
  • Particular rise in CAM utilization among critically ill children.
  • Need for a comprehensive overview of available pediatric CAM options.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review and summarize the various complementary and alternative medicine options utilized by children.
  • To provide an overview of common CAM modalities in pediatric care.
  • To inform healthcare providers and parents about available pediatric CAM therapies.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of pediatric complementary and alternative medicine.
  • Synthesis of information on commonly used CAM therapies.

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  • Categorization of CAM options for clarity.

    • Main Results:

    • Dietary supplements are a frequently used form of pediatric CAM.
    • Mind-body therapies such as hypnosis and massage are common.
    • Manual therapies including chiropractic and acupuncture are also utilized.

    Conclusions:

    • Paediatric CAM use is a significant and growing trend.
    • A wide range of CAM options are available for children, including supplements and manual therapies.
    • Further research is needed to understand the efficacy and safety of these interventions in pediatric populations.