Alternative medicine in a sample of 655 community-dwelling elderly

Buono, Marirosa Dello; Urciuoli, O.; Marietta, Paola; Padoani, W.; Leo, Diego De

doi:10.1016/s0022-3999(00)00223-3

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“…In these studies, the percentage of CAM usage varies between 35.3% and 86.3% [10][11][12][13][14][15] . In studies carried out on elderly individuals, the percentage of CAM usage varies between 27.7% and 88% 8,[16][17][18][19][20][21][22][23][24][25][26] . These methods have been preferred mostly by elderly who are well-educated 3,16,19 have a high socio-economical status 19,20 , are female 17,19,27,28 , and are younger elderly 16 .…”

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“…In addition, it should be assessed whether elderly continue their own medications while using these methods and whether they benefit or get harm from these methods 18 . Although several studies on the determination of CAM methods among the elderly exist [16][17][18]20,21,23,24,26,31 there is only a single study carried out in Turkey 25 . Additionally there is not any study on usage of CAM among elderly living in nursing homes.…”

Section: Araştirma Makalesi̇ / Research Articlementioning

confidence: 99%

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Use of Complementary and Alternative Medicine Methods Among Elderly People Living in Nursing Homes

Erdoğan¹,

Akıncı²,

Yavuz³

et al. 2017

Kafkas J Med Sci

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Section: Araştirma Makalesi̇ / Research Articlementioning

confidence: 99%

Section: Araştirma Makalesi̇ / Research Articlementioning

confidence: 99%

Use of Complementary and Alternative Medicine Methods Among Elderly People Living in Nursing Homes

Erdoğan¹,

Akıncı²,

Yavuz³

et al. 2017

Kafkas J Med Sci

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“…However, since 90% of CAM is privately-funded (Thomas et al, 2001a), access to CAM may be more restricted for older retired people, even those from relatively affluent backgrounds (Andrews, 2002;Fulder & Munro, 1985). Despite issues of access and affordability, surveys in several countries indicate wide usage of CAM amongst the older population (Dello Buono, Urciuoli, Marietta, Padoani, & De Leo, 2001;Eisenberg et al, 1993;Foster, Phillips, Hamel, & Eisenberg, 2000;Thomas et al, 2001a). Two British surveys found CAM use (of practitioners) in the over 65's to be rather lower than that in other age groups but still significant at around 10% (Ernst & White, 2000;Thomas et al, 2001a).…”

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confidence: 99%

“…Like younger users of CAM, older users reflect a particular demographic profile in that they are more likely to be female, well-educated and middle class (Andrews, 2002;Astin et al, 2000;Cherniack, Senzel, & Pan, 2001;Dello Buono et al, 2001;Thomas et al, 2001a). The samples of most empirical studies have therefore been predominately middle-class so we know little about CAM use in more diverse populations.…”

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‘Getting on with life’: The experiences of older people using complementary health care

Cartwright

2007

Social Science & Medicine

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Surprisingly few studies have explored the use of complementary medicine amongst older persons and existent research is typically restricted to those who can afford private treatment. The aim of the current qualitative study was therefore to explore the experiences of older people using subsidised complementary health care.Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 17 regular attendees of a single centre offering low cost complementary health care to the over 60's. The sample was randomly drawn from the patient register and included patients from mixed social and ethnic backgrounds. Transcripts was analysed using Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis (IPA). The core theme underlying participants' accounts related to the desire to 'get on with life' and maintain physical and social functioning within the constraints imposed by chronic conditions. Consequently, the physiological effects of treatment were highly valued, particularly reductions in pain and improved mobility.Psychological effects operated at a more subtle level, influencing perceptions of health and well-being. The empowering nature of treatment enabled participants to regain a sense of control over their health, which reduced anxiety and facilitated 'normal' functioning. The whole package care was perceived as an important source of support and reassurance in contrast to the impersonal experiences of orthodox medicine. Complementary health care was therefore perceived as an important adjunct to orthodox medicine, particularly in terms of its impact on everyday functioning and well-being. Implications for the quality of life of older people with complex health needs and limited access to private complementary health care are discussed.

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“…Conversely to Eisenberg's work, one study of an elderly population found a decreased incidence of alternative medicine use. Out of 655 elderly living in an urban center, the overall use of at least one alternative medicine was 29.5%; among these, botanical (47%) and acupuncture (34%) were the most frequently cited therapies; 3.7% of the sample used exclusively alternative medicines [8]. The reasons for decreased CAM use in the elderly may include decreased education about these therapies, decreased access, or unwillingness to try unconventional modes of treatment.…”

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Complementary and Alternative Medical Treatment for Depression

Bongiorno¹

2005

Biology of Depression

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As the mainstream medical world is confronted with the dramatic increases in the utilization of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) therapies, much is unknown regarding how to adequately consider these alternative treatments. There is little scientific justification to support the use of the vast array of alternative options, but these treatments are readily available to the public and CAM professionals. The public has been choosing to use dietary supplements, which has driven the increased utilization of CAM treatments in the past decade. This chapter discusses CAM treatments for major depression, but the primary focus is on dietary supplements. It is important to discuss how CAM clinicians ascertain that alternative treatment modalities are appropriate and then ascertain factors/symptoms in depressive illness that are most relevant when choosing from a myriad of treatment options available. It is important to mention that a substantial portion of the public has been utilizing dietary supplements without consulting CAM or non-CAM clinicians.

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Alternative medicine in a sample of 655 community-dwelling elderly

Cited by 54 publications

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Use of Complementary and Alternative Medicine Methods Among Elderly People Living in Nursing Homes

Use of Complementary and Alternative Medicine Methods Among Elderly People Living in Nursing Homes

‘Getting on with life’: The experiences of older people using complementary health care

Complementary and Alternative Medical Treatment for Depression

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