INTEGRATIVE CANCER THERAPIES
Scope & Guideline
Transforming cancer treatment through integrative approaches.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Integrative Oncology:
The journal emphasizes the integration of conventional cancer therapies with complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) practices, highlighting the importance of a multidisciplinary approach to cancer care. - Mechanistic and Pharmacological Studies:
It publishes research on the molecular mechanisms and pharmacological effects of various treatments, including traditional herbal medicines, dietary supplements, and novel therapeutic agents. - Patient-Centered Interventions:
There is a strong focus on interventions that enhance quality of life, manage symptoms, and improve patient-reported outcomes, including studies on psychological therapies and lifestyle modifications. - Gut Microbiome and Cancer:
Research related to the gut microbiome and its implications for cancer treatment and patient outcomes is a recurring theme, reflecting the growing interest in the microbiota's role in health. - Holistic and Mind-Body Approaches:
The journal explores mind-body interventions such as yoga, meditation, music therapy, and acupuncture, underscoring their potential benefits in cancer symptom management and psychological well-being.
Trending and Emerging
- Mind-Body Interventions:
There is an increasing focus on the efficacy of mind-body interventions, such as meditation, yoga, and art therapy, in managing cancer-related symptoms and improving patients' emotional well-being. - Microbiome Research:
Studies targeting the gut microbiome and its influence on cancer treatment outcomes are gaining prominence, highlighting the microbiome's role in modulating immune responses and treatment efficacy. - Technology-Enhanced Interventions:
The integration of technology, including virtual reality and mobile health applications, in cancer care is a growing trend, reflecting the need for innovative solutions in patient management. - Holistic Lifestyle Modifications:
There is an emerging interest in lifestyle interventions, including nutrition, exercise, and psychological support, that collectively contribute to improved health outcomes in cancer patients. - Interdisciplinary Care Models:
Research emphasizing collaborative care models that integrate various healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive cancer treatment is on the rise, showcasing a shift toward holistic patient care.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Exclusivity:
Although TCM remains a significant aspect of research, the exclusivity of TCM-focused studies is waning in favor of more integrative approaches that combine multiple modalities from various traditions. - Single Modality Studies:
There has been a noticeable decrease in studies focusing solely on one type of complementary therapy, such as isolated herbal treatments, as the trend shifts towards exploring combination therapies. - Pharmacokinetics of Herbal Products:
Research specifically looking at the pharmacokinetics of herbal medicines in isolation has become less frequent, possibly due to a broader interest in the synergistic effects of combined therapies.
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