Description
Comprehensive Integrative Oncology is a vital resource for clinicians who seek to blend integrative therapies with conventional oncology care to enhance patient outcomes. This book, authored by experts in both conventional and integrative medicine, emphasizes a holistic approach to cancer treatment. It provides practical guidance on incorporating scientifically-backed therapies like botanicals, supplements, mind-body practices, lifestyle changes, nutrition, and exercise into standard cancer care, all while prioritizing patient safety, prevention, and overall wellness. The book delves into the philosophy of integrative oncology, offers tools for practical application, and presents integrative strategies for cancer prevention and symptom management.Additionally, it explores the needs of special populations within oncology. It serves as an indispensable textbook for oncology researchers and practitioners who aim to provide holistic and patient-centered care.- Provides an easy way to look up evidence and treatment information for a symptom independent of cancer type or cancer treatment arch- Covers unique and important oncology populations including pediatrics, AYA, and metastatic disease- Includes practical exercises for communicating with oncology patients about integrative therapies- Presents chapters on emerging "hot" topics such as medical cannabis
Table of Contents
Part I: General integrative oncology1. Definition and philosophy of integrative oncology2. Models of IO care3. Communication in integrative oncology4. Partnering and effective communication with complementary and integrative medicine healthcare providers in integrative oncologyPart II: Integrative approaches to various cancers 5. Integrative approaches to breast oncology6. Integrative approaches to central nervous system malignancies7. Integrative approaches to colorectal cancer8. Integrative approaches to gynecological cancer9. Integrative approaches to head and neck cancer10. Integrative approaches to renal cell carcinoma11. Integrative approaches to lung cancer12. Integrative approaches to plasma cell disorders13. Integrative approaches to pancreatic cancer14. Integrative approaches to prostate cancer symptom management15. Integrative approaches in skin cancerPart III: Integrative approaches to symptom management 16. Integrative approaches to aromatase inhibitor-induced arthragia17. Integrative approaches to anxiety18. Integrative approaches to bone health19. Integrative approaches for cancer cachexia20. Integrative approach to cardio-oncology21. Integrative approaches to chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy22. Integrative approaches to cancer related cognitive impairments23. Integrative approaches to constipation and diarrhea24. Depression25. Integrative approaches to fatigue26. Integrative approaches to cancer treatment-related lymphedema (CTRL)27. Integrative approaches to nausea and vomiting (updated 10.26.24)28. Integrative approaches to sexual health in oncology care29. Integrative approaches to skin rashes and burns30. Integrative oncology approaches to sleep disturbances and insomnia31. Integrative oncology approaches to stress32. Integrative oncology approaches to the management of vasomotor symptoms in cancer patients33. Oncology acupuncture: Integrative strategies for symptom management across the cancer care continuum34. Anthroposophic medicine and its patient-centered and holistic treatment options in integrative oncology35. Antioxidants in integrative oncology36. Aromatherapy in integrative oncology37. Ayurveda in integrative oncology38. Cannabis and cannabinoids in integrative oncology39. Chiropractic and osteopathic manipulative medicine in integrative oncology40. Medical dance/movement therapy and dance interventions in oncology care41. Diet and nutrition considerations in integrative oncology42. Expressive writing and journaling in integrative oncology43. Fasting and fasting-mimicking diets: Metabolic modulation in cancer therapy44. Healing touch, therapeutic touch, and reiki in integrative oncology45. Homeopathy in integrative oncology46. Hypnosis in integrative oncology47. Vitamin C in integrative oncology48. Massage therapy in integrative oncology49. Gut microbiome in integrative oncology50. Mindfulness-based interventions in integrative oncology51. Mistletoe therapy in integrative oncology52. Music therapy and music medicine in cancer care53. Optimizing cancer outcomes: Exercise prescription in integrative oncology54. Guided imagery and progressive muscle relaxation in the management of oncology patients55. Reflexology in integrative oncology56. Prescribing and resources for supplements and botanicals in integrative oncology57. Soy for prevention and symptom control in integrative oncology58. Tai Chi and Qigong in integrative oncology59. Yoga in integrative oncologyPart IV: Integrative approaches to special populations 60. Perspectives on traditional Arabic and Islamic medicine: Applications for integrative oncology61. Traditional Chinese Herbal Medicine in cancer care62. Pediatric integrative oncology63. Integrative oncology approaches to adolescents and young adults64. Integrative end-of-life care65. Integrative oncology approaches to advanced or metastatic malignancies66. Integrative oncology approaches in patients undergoing surgery during the perioperative period
