Integration of Ethnomedicine in Basic Medicine: A Literature Review and Its Potential for Medical Practice

I Gusti Ngurah Putra Eka Santosa*, I Gusti Agung Ayu Istri Adnyeswari

Abstract

Background: The integration of ethnomedicine into primary medicine has become an increasingly relevant topic in recent decades. Ethnomedicine, which refers to traditional healing practices passed down through generations and used by various cultures worldwide, offers significant potential to complement modern medical practices. Objective: This literature review aims to explore the potential created by the integration of ethnomedicine into primary medicine. Methods: This review utilizes a literature review method across multiple databases such as PubMed, Google Scholar, and SCISPACE. Results: Ethnomedicine, with its holistic approach, can enhance healthcare delivery and provide insights into alternative health practices. The integration of ethnomedicine with primary medical sciences offers significant potential to create a more comprehensive functional medicine, focusing on the root causes of diseases and emphasizing prevention and the maintenance of optimal health. Conclusion: The integration of ethnomedicine with primary medicine can create healthcare solutions that enhance the overall well-being of patients.

Keywords

Ethnomedicine; functional medicine; integration.

Cite This Article

Santosa, I. G. N. P. E., Adnyeswari, I. G. A. A. I. (2024). Integration of Ethnomedicine in Basic Medicine: A Literature Review and Its Potential for Medical Practice. International Journal of Scientific Advances (IJSCIA), Volume 5| Issue 4: Jul-Aug 2024, Pages 730-734, URL: https://www.ijscia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Volume5-Issue4-Jul-Aug-No.642-730-734.pdf

Volume 5 | Issue 4: Jul-Aug 2024