Integrative physiology and traditional naturopathic practice: Results of an international observational study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Naturopathy is one of seven distinct traditional medical systems acknowledged by the World Health Organization. Naturopathic principles and philosophies encourage a focus on multiple body systems during case-taking and the design of treatments. Little is known about whether such teaching translates into practice. This study aimed to characterise naturopathic practice as it relates to the identification of multiple physiological systems in the diagnosis and treatment of patients.

Methods

A cross sectional study was conducted in collaboration with the World Naturopathic Federation. A survey capturing clinical diagnostic and treatment considerations for up to 20 consecutive patients was administered to naturopaths in 14 countries.

Results

Naturopaths (n

SUBMITTER: Steel A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7265055 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature