Geographical distribution of different complementary and alternative medicines (CAM)-Asia has the highest varieties of CAM practices that include Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), Ayurveda, acupuncture, herbal therapy, cupping, and tai chi. In the Europe, homeopathy, osteopathy, naturopathy, and acupuncture are more in use. The North America reports maximum practice of acupuncture, massage treatment, chiropractic care, herbal medicine, aromatherapy, and meditation. Traditional Mexican healing, herbal medicine, massage treatment, and acupuncture are reported to be practiced more in South America. The Africa reports CAM practice using herbal medication, bone setting, and spiritual healing

Geographical distribution of different complementary and alternative medicines (CAM)-Asia has the highest varieties of CAM practices that include Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), Ayurveda, acupuncture, herbal therapy, cupping, and tai chi. In the Europe, homeopathy, osteopathy, naturopathy, and acupuncture are more in use. The North America reports maximum practice of acupuncture, massage treatment, chiropractic care, herbal medicine, aromatherapy, and meditation. Traditional Mexican healing, herbal medicine, massage treatment, and acupuncture are reported to be practiced more in South America. The Africa reports CAM practice using herbal medication, bone setting, and spiritual healing

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