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Arch Dis Child 2001;84:6-9 doi:10.1136/adc.84.1.6
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Complementary and alternative medicine for children: does it work?

  1. K J Kemper
  1. Center for Holistic Pediatric Education and Research, Childrens Hospital, 300 Longwood Avenue, Boston, MA 02115, USA
  1. Dr Kemperkemper_k{at}a1.tch.harvard.edu
  • Accepted 23 August 2000

Abstract

Paediatric use of complementary and alternative medicine is common and increasing, particularly for the sickest children. This review discusses the various options available including dietary supplements, hypnosis, massage, chiropractic, and acupuncture.

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    • CAM for children deserves more skepticism
      • K C Atwood
      ADC published online July 17, 2001

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