VALIDATING ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE THROUGH CLINICAL RESEARCH - A BRIDGING TRADITION PRACTICE
Niranjan Sanjay Chaudhari*, Mohammad Safwan Akbar Ali Khan, Mohammed Fahim Abdul Azim Khan, Shaikh Mohd. Owais Mohd. Azam, Bhavesh Shirishchandra Sonar, Kishankumar Hiteshbhai Patel and
S. P. Srinivas Nayak
ABSTRACT
Alternative Medicine (AM) encompasses a broad spectrum of holistic practices rooted in traditional knowledge, widely embraced globally to address various health concerns. Approximately two-thirds of the global population utilizes AM, with significant prevalence in countries like the USA, Canada, and Australia. The COVID-19 pandemic further heightened interest in AM due to the absence of definitive treatments and a growing demand for personalized and non-invasive therapeutic options. Key factors driving its popularity include escalating costs of conventional healthcare, limited interaction time with providers, and concerns over pharmaceutical adverse effects and antimicrobial resistance. Prominent AM practices include Ayurveda, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Unani, herbal remedies, homeopathy, and acupuncture. Despite its cultural and therapeutic significance, concerns over the safety and efficacy of AM persist, necessitating rigorous scientific validation to ensure integration into evidence-based medical frameworks.
Keywords: Alternative medicine, Clinical research, Validation.
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