What is Complementary Alternative Medicine (CAM)?

A2: Alternative medicine includes a variety of therapies that work to increase wellness, prevent illness and address existing symptoms and conditions. Increasingly, many medical professionals regard alternative medicine as complementary to conventional medicine. In fact, it is sometimes referred to as “complementary alternative medicine.” Complementary alternative medicine may include: acupuncture, stress management (including yoga, meditation, guided imagery, biofeedback (or other mind-body techniques), massage therapy/somatic education, fitness centers and personal trainers, spas and nutritional counseling. ... more