Knee osteoarthritis (OA) is an increasing problem among older adults, causing pain, functional limitations, and reduced quality of life. The traditional Chinese practice of tai chi, with its combination of physical and mental components, seems promising for OA patients; however, scientific evidence to support its use for this purpose has been limited. To strengthen the [...]

As we welcome the New Year and a new decade, I’m mindful that we have just ended NCCAM’s 10th anniversary. For us, it has been a decade of growth, progress, and promise.
As we begin this new decade, we are developing our third strategic plan, which will provide guidance for our future scientific direction, priority setting, [...]

The National Advisory Council for Complementary and Alternative Medicine (NACCAM) is charged with the responsibility of advising, consulting with, and making recommendations to the Director, NCCAM, on matters relating to the research activities and functions of the Center. The role and responsibilities of the council members include secondary review of grant applications in light of [...]