Description

Complementary and Alternative Medicine introduces students to some of the most widely used alternative medicine therapies. Students examine the beliefs and scientific evidence relevant to nontraditional therapies such as massage, chiropractic, acupuncture, and recreational therapy. They explore and practice alternative therapeutic methods and discover the importance of integrating alternative methods into traditional medical care. Activities include soft tissue manipulation, proper body mechanics, acupressure, patient assessment, role playing, and more.