Evidence-Based Comparison of Physical Therapists and Traditional Healers: Distinguishing Science from Quackery

The hunt for effective interventions in medicine has given rise to various approaches, from evidence-based medical procedures to dubious methods promoted by traditional healers and quacks.For example, physical therapy after fractures or haphazard massages in conditions, such as stroke and nerve diseases by unqualified, unskilled masseurs or quacks has attracted much attention.The distinction between quackery and methods based on science has become a major public concern. 1 ........