The Neurobiological basis of manual therapies: Quantitative Sensory Testing (QST) as a translational, neurophysiological tool

The aim of the project is to explore the "component effect" and "biological mechanisms" of non-pharmacological therapies for back and neck pain.

The aim of the project is to explore the "component effect" and "biological mechanisms" of non-pharmacological therapies for back and neck pain.

The use of natural remedies and herbal medicine by demented persons: The role of different health care personnel

The project is a collaborative project between Hilde Risvoll senior consultant and specialist in neurology at Valnesfjord Health Center, Valnesfjord, Norway, Trude Giverhaug, PhD, The Regional Drug Information Center (RELIS) at the University Hospital of North Norway, and the first menus Kjell Halvorsen and Marit Waaseth, Department of Pharmacy, UiT The Arctic University of Norway, Tromsø, Norway

SenCancer

Sensing illness in everyday life: Care-seeking and perception of symptoms among chronic cancer patients.

Sensing illness in everyday life: Care-seeking and perception of symptoms among chronic cancer patients.

Prevention and treatment of freezing-cold injuries

Background: Over the past few decades, there have been hundreds of freezing-cold injuries in the Norwegian armed forces. There are, at the time limited opportunities for the diagnosis and treatment of peripheral frostbite. It therefore seems to be a need for increased knowledge about prevention and risk factors as well as to examine off-label treatments.

Yoik and the "good life" - Investigating a living cultural expression and its relation to quality of life.

The cultural expression yoik is an ancient form of singing and a living oral tradition particular to the Sami culture. The results of a pilot study revealed that yoik is deeply connected to the individuals as well as to the Sami cultural identity. The statements of the participants were associated with feelings of belonging, happiness, and joyfulness. Positive emotions, optimism, and social support have long been established as health-protective factors against stress.

The IMCR-studie - (Integrated Medical Care Rehabiltation) study

Development and feasibility assessment of a rehabilitation program for people with chronic health complaints after amalgam removal – the IMCR (integrated medical care rehabilitation) study.

The aim of this project is to test the feasibility of an integrated medical rehabilitation program consisting of a group program focusing on lifestyle and self-help, as well as an individualized treatment program. The study was an assignment from the Norwegian Directorate of Health.

International collaboration about CAM

NAFKAM is represented as a member of the International Collaboration on Complementary Therapy Resources (ICCR).

NAFKAM is represented as a member of the International Collaboration on Complementary Therapy Resources (ICCR).

About us

Who we are and what we do

NAFKAM is short for Norway's National Research Centre for Complementary and Alternative Medicine. 

NAFKAM is a national, government-funded research and information centre, assigned by the Norwegian health authorities.

NAFKAM is located at and run by UiT The Arctic University of Norway. 

NAFKAM's assignment is to:

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Norway's National Research Center in Complementary and Alternative Medicine

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