Aim
Advances in Alternative, Complementary, and Integrative Medicine (AACIM) aims to advance understanding of the mechanisms, efficacy, and safety of holistic and integrative healthcare practices. The journal encourages research that bridges ancient healing systems with contemporary biomedical science, fostering the validation of therapeutic methods through rigorous experimentation, clinical trials, and translational studies emphasizing patient-centered and sustainable healthcare.
Scope
The journal publishes original research articles, systematic reviews, case reports, case series, short communications, editorials, commentaries, and perspectives on topics including herbal and natural medicine, mind-body interventions, clinical integrative models, and public health applications.
Research Keywords for AACIM
Alternative Medicine & Traditional Healing Systems
• Alternative Medicine
• Traditional Medicine
• Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)
• Ayurveda
• Unani Medicine
• Siddha Medicine
• Homeopathy
• Naturopathy
• Kampo Medicine
• Korean Traditional Medicine
• Folk Medicine
• Ethnomedicine
• Holistic Medicine
• Oriental Medicine
• Indigenous Healing Practices
Complementary and Integrative Health
• Complementary Medicine
• Integrative Medicine
• Integrative Health
• Integrative Healthcare Systems
• Whole Person Care
• Holistic Health
• Evidence-Based Integrative Medicine
• Patient-Centered Medicine
• Interdisciplinary Healthcare
• Integrative Clinical Practice
• Functional Medicine
• Integrative Health Policy
Therapies and Practices
• Therapeutic Approaches
• Mind-Body Therapies
• Energy Medicine
• Physical Therapy
• Massage Therapy
• Yoga Therapy
• Music Therapy
• Dance/Movement Therapy
• Art Therapy
• Drama Therapy
• Reiki Therapy
• Tai Chi
• Qi Gong
• Meditation
• Mindfulness-Based Interventions
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
• Neurostimulation
• Acupressure and Acupuncture
• Electroacupuncture
• Aromatherapy
• Chiropractic
• Osteopathy
Botanical and Herbal Sciences
• Botanical Medicine
• Herbal Medicine
• Herbal Supplements
• Phytotherapy
• Phytomedicine
• Ethnopharmacology
• Medicinal Plants
• Herbal Extracts
• Pharmacognosy
• Herbal Drug Formulations
• Plant-Based Bioactives
• Natural Product Research
Nutrition and Lifestyle Medicine
• Nutrition Therapy
• Dietary Supplements
• Functional Foods
• Nutraceuticals
• Traditional Diet Practices
• Lifestyle Medicine
• Diet Therapy
• Integrative Nutrition
• Food as Medicine
• Nutritional Biochemistry
• Preventive Health and Wellness
Energy and Biophysical Approaches
• Energy Therapies
• Biofield Science
• Magnetic Field Therapy
• Subtle Energies
• Vibrational Medicine
• Integrative Biophysics
• Photobiomodulation
• Bioelectromagnetics
• Low-Level Laser Therapy
Health Systems, Policy, and Evaluation
• Integrative Health Models
• Comparative Effectiveness
• Cost-Effectiveness in Integrative Care
• Clinical Decision-Making
• Integrative Health Economics
• Health Outcomes Research
• Public Health Integration
• Health Technology Assessment
• Integrative Health Education
Other Emerging Topics
• Holistic Oncology
• Integrative Pain Management
• Psychoneuroimmunology
• Stress and Resilience Research
• Mind–Body Interactions
• Neurophysiology of Integrative Therapies
• Digital Health in Integrative Medicine
• Telehealth for Complementary Care
• Integrative Approaches for COVID-19
• Global Health and Traditional Medicine
Advances in Integrative and Complementary Medicine (AICM) is an international, peer-reviewed journal that publishes innovative research and critical reviews spanning traditional, complementary, and modern integrative medical systems. The journal emphasizes the scientific evaluation of alternative therapeutic practices, evidence-based complementary approaches, and the integration of holistic methods with conventional medicine. AACIM is committed to promoting interdisciplinary collaboration and the integration of diverse healthcare systems to enhance patient outcomes, preventive strategies, and global health resilience. By upholding methodological rigor, ethical transparency, and scientific integrity, the journal supports the responsible advancement and clinical application of alternative and complementary therapies within modern medical frameworks.