The C.A.M. Report
Complementary and Alternative Medicine: Fair, Balanced, and to the Point

  • About this web log

    This blog ran from 2006 to 2016 and was intended as an objective and dispassionate source of information on the latest CAM research. Since my background is in pharmacy and allopathic medicine, I view all CAM as advancing through the development pipeline to eventually become integrated into mainstream medical practice. Some will succeed while others fail. But all are treated fairly here.

  • About the author

    John Russo, Jr., PharmD, is president of The MedCom Resource, Inc. Previously, he was senior vice president of medical communications at www.Vicus.com, a complementary and alternative medicine website.

  • Common sense considerations

    The material on this weblog is for informational purposes. It is not medical advice or counsel. Be smart, consult your health professional before using CAM.

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    Archive for the 'Snoezelen' Category

    Multisensory stimulation for patients with Alzheimer’s disease

    Monday, February 15th, 2010

    Researchers from the University of Missouri, Kansas City measured changes in inappropriate behavior. (more…)

    Alzheimer's Dementia, Snoezelen | Comments Off on Multisensory stimulation for patients with Alzheimer’s disease

    Snoezelen for dementia

    Thursday, March 20th, 2008

    Snoezelen (or multi-sensory stimulation) is used to promote positive mood in older people with dementia, as well as manage maladaptive behaviors (eg, autism and other behaviors that interfere with everyday activities).

    The Snoezelen (pronounced SNOOzelen) environment provides gentle stimulation of the primary senses. The objective is to overcome inhibitions, enhance self-esteem, and reduce tension.

    A Cochrane review found no scientific support, but others disagree. (more…)

    Alzheimer's Dementia, Anxiety (Panic)/Depression, Autism, Elderly, Snoezelen, Stress | Comments Off on Snoezelen for dementia