Definition: As defined by the National Cancer institute:
Practices often used to enhance or complement standard treatments. They generally are not recognized by the medical community as standard or conventional medical approaches. Complementary medicine may include dietary supplements, megadose vitamins, herbal preparations, special teas, acupuncture, massage therapy, magnet therapy, spiritual healing, and meditation.
Source:
Dictionary of Cancer Terms. National Cancer Institute. Accessed: January 11, 2009. Complementary Medicine
