In 2023, the total number of scientific publications in Complementary and Alternative Medicine in the US stood at 385 publications. From 2024 onward, a declining trend is observed, with the forecast reaching 348.61 publications by 2028. This annual decrease is approximately 2.5% from 2024 to 2028. The Compound Annual Growth Rate over the forecasted period from 2024 to 2028 shows an average decline in the number of publications.

Future trends to watch for include:

Increasing research interest in integrative approaches that merge traditional with alternative medicine.
The impact of policy changes on funding and support for complementary and alternative medicine research.
Shifts in public perception and demand for alternative medicine, affecting publication volumes.