Complementary Therapies malpractice
Written by Jack Porter - Trainee Underwriter - Casualty
Complementary therapies are used alongside conventional medicines or treatments.
Examples of complementary therapies include:
Acupuncture
Allergist
Aromatherapy
Electrologist
Herbalist
Homeopath
Hydropath
Hypnotherapy
Kinesiology
Magnetic Therapy
Massage
Meditation
Naturopath
Reflexology
There is no scientific or medical evidence for some complementary therapies, and they may be unsafe or cause harmful side effects.
There is a multitude of complementary medical practices currently in the medical field, with each presenting their own individual risks. These include:
Misuse of complementary therapies, incorrect diagnosis, or delaying use of conventional treatment may pose an increased risk to your health.
Some complementary therapies have the potential to cause side effects or interact with conventional medicines.
Some therapies may include a wide variety of botanicals and nutritional products which do not have to be approved by the Food and Drug Administration before being sold to the public.
Lack of informed consent.
Inadequate record-keeping or failure to document treatment plans, progress, and patient interactions.
Failure to manage expectations and provide clear communication.
Complementary treatments interacting negatively with conventional treatments or medications. Practitioners may not be fully aware of all the medications their patients are taking, which can lead to dangerous interactions.
Complementary therapies like acupuncture, massage, or chiropractic adjustments, when done improperly, can cause physical injury, such as nerve damage, muscle strain, or even strokes.
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