Table 2 Distribution and perceived effectiveness of CAM usage
Types of CAM used | % of user, n (%) | % of those perceived effective, n (%) |
|---|---|---|
Mind and Body practice (n = 47) | ||
Acupuncture | 12 (20.6) | 6 (50) |
Aromatherapy | 5 (8.6) | 4 (80) |
Cupping | 5 (8.6) | 3 (60) |
Massage | 12 (20.6) | 6 (50) |
Prayer for health | 5 (8.6) | 4 (80) |
Structured Exercise | 8 (13.7) | 2 (25) |
Natural Products (n = 79) | ||
Antioxidants | 15 (25.8) | 11 (73.3) |
Detoxifying diet | 2 (3.4) | 1 (50) |
Ginseng | 16 (27.5) | 12 (75) |
Spirulina | 4 (6.8) | 4 (100) |
Unknown Herbal | 6 (10.3) | 4 (100) |
Vitamins and minerals | 36 (62) | 23 (63.8) |
Others | ||
Traditional Medicine (n = 22) | ||
Homeopathy | 3 (5.17) | 3 (100) |
Traditional Chinese Medicine | 8 (13.7) | 8 (100) |
Traditional Indian Medicine | 4 (6.89) | 2 (50) |
Traditional Malay Medicine | 7 (12) | 5 (71.4) |