Problems with CAM and OT
•CAM is not completely evidence based
•Personality of the client dictates success (therapist needs to be versatile)
•CAM use is not regulated and there is no standard protocol in how CAM is used in OT
•CAM is not always covered by insurance, and often requires private payment
•CAM often requires additional training, competency exams, certification, and regulatory knowledge
•Personality of the client dictates success (therapist needs to be versatile)
•CAM use is not regulated and there is no standard protocol in how CAM is used in OT
•CAM is not always covered by insurance, and often requires private payment
•CAM often requires additional training, competency exams, certification, and regulatory knowledge
(Giese, 2011)
(Hickman, 2011)
(Hickman, 2011)