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Brieze K Bell1,2, Rhianon Liu3, Stephanie Cheng1
1Divisions of Palliative Medicine, University of California San Francisco, San Francisco, California, USA.
Journal of Palliative Medicine
|December 7, 2023
Summary
Integrative palliative care (IPC) combines standard medical treatments with evidence-informed complementary therapies to improve quality of life for seriously ill patients. This approach enhances the healing toolkit for individuals navigating serious illness.
Area of Science:
- Palliative Care
- Integrative Medicine
- Complementary Therapies
Background:
- Integrative medicine (IM) is frequently used by patients with serious illnesses.
- Palliative care (PC) and IM share core values, creating a natural synergy.
- Integrative palliative care (IPC) is an emerging field within PC.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide an evidence-based guide for integrating IPC practices.
- To enhance the healing toolkit for patients with serious illness.
- To improve quality of life throughout a patient's health journey.
Main Methods:
- This article synthesizes evidence on IPC practices.
- It focuses on combining standard biomedical treatments with evidence-informed integrative and complementary medicine.
- The guide is intended for clinicians caring for seriously ill individuals.
Main Results:
- IPC offers a broader range of therapeutic options.
- Evidence supports the use of specific integrative and complementary practices within palliative care.
- The integration aims to enhance patient well-being and quality of life.
Conclusions:
- IPC represents a valuable expansion of palliative care.
- Integrating evidence-informed complementary therapies can significantly benefit seriously ill patients.
- IPC supports a holistic approach to care, focusing on quality of life at all stages.
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