Malay Traditional Therapy (MTT) : A complementary treatment among Malays

Abstract

Research background: Malay Traditional Therapy (MTT) has gained popularity among patients diagnosed with various types of chronic diseases. Objective: This study was to determine the prevalence of use of MTT among Malays for their related diseases and the effectiveness of the treatment in reducing pain. Methodology: Questionnaires, patient’s records files and Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) scores were used to obtain data and to evaluate the treatment progress.  Result: Patients visit the centre for various types of chronic diseases and treatments. VAS scores showed positive progress for majority of patients. Summary: MTT was commonly used as a complementary treatment among Malays for various types of chronic diseases to reduce pain and proven to be effective.

Journal

Title: Journal of ASIAN Behavioural Studies

Abbreviated Title: jABs

Publisher: e-IPH Ltd.

ISSN (Electronic): 2514-7528

Publication date Created: January 02 2018

Publication date (Electronic): January 04 2018

Volume: 3

Issue: 6

Page: 119

Article

DOI: 10.21834/jabs.v3i6.244

Copyright statement: © 2018

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