Complementary and Conventional Medicine Use Among Youth With Recurrent Headaches
Abstract:WHAT'S KNOWN ON THIS SUBJECT: Use of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) is increasingly common among American youth; however, information on use of CAM among youth with recurrent headache (HA) is limited.
WHAT THIS STUDY ADDS:Youth across a range of chronic conditions experience HA. These youth are more likely to use CAM. Use and expenditures for conventional medical care, and increased difficulties in activity and functioning are greater for youth with HA who use CAM. RESULTS: Of the 10.6% of youth … Show more
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