Abstract：
OBJECTIVE:Besides conventional drugs, various vaginal disorders are often treated with complementary and alternative medicines. Different natural products are often used in treatment of genital infections. The aim is to present a case of treatment of vaginal infection with a garlic clove. METHODS:A detailed interview was conducted with the subject whose condition was described in this case. RESULTS:Young woman was diagnosed with vaginal Ureaplasma sp. infection. After failed local treatment with antibiotics and antifungals, subject obtained advice to treat the disorder with incised clove of garlic. Control examination by her gynecologist confirmed that infection was successfully cured. Subject experienced no adverse effects. CONCLUSIONS:Garlic clove successfully cured vaginal infection presented in this case. However, application to genital organs should be reserved for dosage forms, in order to prevent potential toxicity and to obtain reproducibility of active compounds concentrations.
journal_name
Complement Ther Medjournal_title
Complementary therapies in medicineauthors
Bekut M,Brkić S,Kladar N,Gavarić N,Božin Bdoi
10.1016/j.ctim.2018.05.017subject
Has Abstractpub_date
2018-08-01 00:00:00pages
97-100eissn
0965-2299issn
1873-6963pii
S0965-2299(18)30122-5journal_volume
39pub_type
杂志文章abstract：BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE:24-form Tai Chi is a traditional exercise popular among old people in China, but it has some complex movements beyond of capabilities of patients with COPD. This study was to modify and simplify 24-form Tai Chi and evaluate effects of the modified Tai Chi on lung function, exercise capacity, dy...
journal_title：Complementary therapies in medicine
pub_type： 杂志文章,随机对照试验
doi：10.1016/j.ctim.2018.05.007
更新日期：2018-08-01 00:00:00
abstract：OBJECTIVE:Sauna bathing is becoming a common activity in many countries and it has been linked to favorable health outcomes. However, there is limited data on the heart rate (HR) and heart rate variability (HRV) responses to an acute sauna exposure. DESIGN:We conducted a single-group, longitudinal study utilizing a pr...
journal_title：Complementary therapies in medicine
pub_type： 杂志文章
doi：10.1016/j.ctim.2019.06.011
更新日期：2019-08-01 00:00:00
abstract：:Chondroitin sulphate (CS) is widely consumed orally by humans, and non-humans as it is believed to be beneficial for those with joint-related pathologies. Data concerning the functions of chondroitin sulphate in this, and other, biological systems are being actively extended. However, it is important to appreciate tha...
journal_title：Complementary therapies in medicine
pub_type： 杂志文章,评审
doi：10.1016/j.ctim.2008.08.004
更新日期：2009-01-01 00:00:00
abstract：OBJECTIVES:To determine whether utilizing yoga as an adjunctive therapy to the medical standard of care for adolescents with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is: (1) feasible and acceptable, (2) effective in reducing disease severity, intestinal inflammation and improving wellness. DESIGN:Prospective, non-randomized, ...
journal_title：Complementary therapies in medicine
pub_type： 临床试验,杂志文章
doi：10.1016/j.ctim.2018.09.007
更新日期：2018-12-01 00:00:00
abstract：:WHO Traditional Medicine Strategy 2014-23 recommended evidence-based healthcare (EBHC) education for traditional and complementary medicine (T&CM) professionals, including Chinese medicine practitioners (CMPs). We evaluated the impact of a customized educational workshop on Hong Kong CMPs' knowledge, attitude and prac...
journal_title：Complementary therapies in medicine
pub_type： 杂志文章
doi：10.1016/j.ctim.2019.05.004
更新日期：2019-08-01 00:00:00
abstract：OBJECTIVE:The effect of silymarin supplementation on metabolic status and oxidative stress of subjects with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) has not been conclusively studied. Therefore, the efficacy of silymarin supplementation in these patients was assessed through a meta-analysis. METHODS:The following databases wer...
journal_title：Complementary therapies in medicine
pub_type： 杂志文章,meta分析
doi：10.1016/j.ctim.2018.08.010
更新日期：2018-12-01 00:00:00
abstract：:Research regarding the benefits of exercise for cardiovascular and metabolic health is extensive and well-documented. However, weight-bearing exercise may not be suitable for individuals with orthopaedic or musculoskeletal limitations, excess adiposity or other medical conditions. Water-based exercise may provide an a...
journal_title：Complementary therapies in medicine
pub_type： 杂志文章,评审
doi：10.1016/j.ctim.2011.02.002
更新日期：2011-04-01 00:00:00
abstract：OBJECTIVES:To explore First Year medical students' rating of CAM therapies following a core teaching session. To determine the influence of student gender and previous experience of CAM and therapist/teacher gender and professional background on ratings. DESIGN:Survey; self-administered questionnaire following a teach...
journal_title：Complementary therapies in medicine
pub_type： 杂志文章
doi：10.1054/ctim.2002.0501
更新日期：2002-03-01 00:00:00
abstract：OBJECTIVES:The aims of this study were to analyse whether dentists offer or recommend complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) remedies in their clinical routine, and how effective these are rated by proponents and opponents. A second aim of this study was to give a profile of the dentists endorsing CAM. DESIGN:A ...
journal_title：Complementary therapies in medicine
pub_type： 杂志文章
doi：10.1016/j.ctim.2017.08.008
更新日期：2017-12-01 00:00:00
abstract：:Despite the recognition for rising consumption rate of traditional medicine (TRM) in health and spatio-medical literature in the global scale, the impact of location in traditional therapy use has been explored least in Ghana. This paper analysed the role of spatial variation in TRM use in Kumasi Metropolis and Sekyer...
journal_title：Complementary therapies in medicine
pub_type： 杂志文章
doi：10.1016/j.ctim.2015.04.007
更新日期：2015-06-01 00:00:00
abstract：BACKGROUND & OBJECTIVE(S):Obesity is a worldwide epidemic and a common medical condition associated with a variety of chronic diseases. Cereal beta-glucans are soluble fibers with potential health benefits. A number of randomized controlled trials (RCTs) have investigated the effect of cereal beta-glucan consumption on...
journal_title：Complementary therapies in medicine
pub_type： 杂志文章,meta分析
doi：10.1016/j.ctim.2019.01.018
更新日期：2019-04-01 00:00:00
abstract：AIMS:To outline acupuncturists' perceptions of treating patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA), exploring the impact of practitioner affiliation to a traditional or western theoretical base. METHODS:Qualitative study utilising Grounded Theory Method. Nineteen acupuncturists were chosen via theoretical sampling. In-de...
journal_title：Complementary therapies in medicine
pub_type： 杂志文章
doi：10.1016/j.ctim.2006.09.008
更新日期：2007-06-01 00:00:00
abstract：OBJECTIVES:The physiological changes that occur during pregnancy, including increased blood volume and cardiac output, can affect hemodynamic control, most profoundly with positional changes that affect venous return to the heart. By using Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment (OMT), a body-based modality theorized to aff...
journal_title：Complementary therapies in medicine
pub_type： 杂志文章,随机对照试验
doi：10.1016/j.ctim.2013.08.008
更新日期：2013-12-01 00:00:00
abstract：OBJECTIVES:There is evidence to support the effectiveness of tai chi for reducing pain-related symptoms across multiple musculoskeletal conditions, however, the mechanism(s) are unclear. This study explores the role of pain-catastrophising as a possible mediator in the relationship between practising tai chi and back p...
journal_title：Complementary therapies in medicine
pub_type： 杂志文章,随机对照试验
doi：10.1016/j.ctim.2015.12.013
更新日期：2016-04-01 00:00:00
abstract：OBJECTIVES:Infantile colic is a common benign disease occurring in early infancy that may have a great impact on family life. In the present study, the effectiveness and safety of the complex homeopathic medicine Enterokind was compared with Simethicone for treating infantile colic. DESIGN AND SETTING:Current data wer...
journal_title：Complementary therapies in medicine
pub_type： 杂志文章,多中心研究,随机对照试验
doi：10.1016/j.ctim.2019.05.026
更新日期：2019-08-01 00:00:00
abstract：INTRODUCTION:Osteoarthritis (OA) is characterised by synovial joint pain, functional disability and affects ∼13 % of people worldwide, of which ∼16-27 % report Knee-OA (KOA). Glucosamine (Glu) is the most widely used nutraceutical treatment for OA despite a lack of scientific consensus, therefore alternative nutraceuti...
journal_title：Complementary therapies in medicine
pub_type： 杂志文章,随机对照试验
doi：10.1016/j.ctim.2020.102349
更新日期：2020-05-01 00:00:00
abstract：OBJECTIVES:This study aimed to explore the in-depth views of the Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) practitioners towards Western and Chinese medicine, and the possible ways of integration under a predominant Western medical setting. DESIGN AND SETTING:Purposive, qualitative design based on focus group interviews of T...
journal_title：Complementary therapies in medicine
pub_type： 杂志文章
doi：10.1016/j.ctim.2013.04.003
更新日期：2013-08-01 00:00:00
abstract：:The objectives of this review were to summarize the evidence from randomized controlled trials (RCTs) on the effects of animal-assisted therapy (AAT). Studies were eligible if they were RCTs. Studies included one treatment group in which AAT was applied. We searched the following databases from 1990 up to October 31, ...
journal_title：Complementary therapies in medicine
pub_type： 杂志文章,评审
doi：10.1016/j.ctim.2013.12.016
更新日期：2014-04-01 00:00:00
abstract：OBJECTIVE:Sauna-bathing is an ancient tradition that is gaining popularity across the world as a wellness tool. There is a growing body of medical evidence supporting the role of saunas, or whole-body thermotherapy, as a form of treatment for a range of health issues. However, the demographics, motivations and experien...
journal_title：Complementary therapies in medicine
pub_type： 杂志文章
doi：10.1016/j.ctim.2019.03.012
更新日期：2019-06-01 00:00:00
abstract：:Many case studies and several controlled clinical trials have indicated the effectiveness of hypnotherapy for some medical conditions. However, because of methodological inadequacies hypnotherapy is still criticized for not having strong scientific evidence to support its claims. While randomized placebo-controlled cl...
journal_title：Complementary therapies in medicine
pub_type： 杂志文章
doi：10.1016/j.ctim.2007.04.005
更新日期：2008-02-01 00:00:00
abstract：OBJECTIVE:The objective was to assess the effects of massage compared to guided relaxation on stress perception and well-being among older adults. DESIGN:A randomised pilot study enrolled adults ages 60 and older to receive 50 min, twice weekly massage therapy or guided relaxation sessions. Questionnaires were adminis...
journal_title：Complementary therapies in medicine
pub_type： 杂志文章,随机对照试验
doi：10.1016/j.ctim.2007.01.004
更新日期：2007-09-01 00:00:00
abstract：OBJECTIVES:To assess chiropractic (DC) and naturopathic doctors' (ND) pediatric care natural health product (NHP) recommendations. DESIGN:Surveys were developed in collaboration with DC and ND educators, and delivered as an on-line national survey. NHP dose, form of delivery, and indications across pediatric age range...
journal_title：Complementary therapies in medicine
pub_type： 杂志文章
doi：10.1016/j.ctim.2019.02.001
更新日期：2019-04-01 00:00:00
abstract：OBJECTIVES:Traditional Chinese medicine are commonly used for treatment of asthma. However, there are only very limited data about its efficacy in children. Therefore, we aimed to determine the efficacy of augmented Yu Ping Feng San (aYPFS) as an add-on to oral montelukast compared with montelukast alone for treatment ...
journal_title：Complementary therapies in medicine
pub_type： 杂志文章,随机对照试验
doi：10.1016/j.ctim.2016.10.010
更新日期：2016-12-01 00:00:00
abstract：:Parkinson's is a neurodegenerative disease commonly associated with symptoms such as tremor, rigidity, bradykinesia, freezing during gait, motor control deficits and instability. These physical symptoms can cause a myriad of psychological problems including depression, feelings of loneliness, and low self-esteem. Curr...
journal_title：Complementary therapies in medicine
pub_type： 杂志文章,评审
doi：10.1016/j.ctim.2014.03.005
更新日期：2014-06-01 00:00:00
abstract：OBJECTIVES:To determine the percentage of Emergency Medicine patients using Complementary Therapies (CTs), to investigate what types of CTs are used most commonly, and to gauge the acceptability of studies of CT effectiveness in a hospital setting. METHOD:Prospective cross sectional survey using a convenience sample o...
journal_title：Complementary therapies in medicine
pub_type： 杂志文章
doi：10.1016/j.ctim.2009.06.001
更新日期：2009-08-01 00:00:00
abstract：OBJECTIVES:This study sought to compare the effects of multi-point ear and body acupressure on labor pain and the duration of labor active phase. DESIGN:Three-armed randomized controlled trial. SETTING:Kowsar Hospital, Qazvin, Iran. INTERVENTION:Participants in the body acupressure group received acupressure on GB21...
journal_title：Complementary therapies in medicine
pub_type： 杂志文章,随机对照试验
doi：10.1016/j.ctim.2020.102413
更新日期：2020-06-01 00:00:00
abstract：BACKGROUND:Scant research has been undertaken regarding chiropractors' skills and knowledge associated with evidence-based practice (EBP), and their perceived barriers to EBP. These issues appear to have been examined in only one small qualitative study and one small study of chiropractors holding orthopaedic diplomas....
journal_title：Complementary therapies in medicine
pub_type： 杂志文章
doi：10.1016/j.ctim.2014.02.007
更新日期：2014-04-01 00:00:00
abstract：:This article describes the experience of the authors in producing a booklet to provide information on complementary and alternative therapies (CAM) in their local area. The practical steps needed to produce a booklet are described, including ways of involving local general practitioners, meeting with local therapists,...
journal_title：Complementary therapies in medicine
pub_type： 杂志文章
doi：10.1054/ctim.2000.0413
更新日期：2001-03-01 00:00:00
abstract：OBJECTIVE:To evaluate the effect of functional-task training on activities of daily living (ADL) in people with Parkinson`s Disease. METHODS:We searched five databases (Cinahl, Embase, Medline, Pedro and CENTRAL). The included studies were assessed on therapeutic validity and risk of bias. We classified the quality of...
journal_title：Complementary therapies in medicine
pub_type： 杂志文章,meta分析
doi：10.1016/j.ctim.2018.12.008
更新日期：2019-02-01 00:00:00
abstract：OBJECTIVES:Cupping worldwide has been part of traditional medicine systems and is in the western world used as CAM therapy mainly for treating pain syndromes. The mode of action is up to now unclear. In order to investigate its mechanism we measured in parallel metabolic changes in the tissue under the cupping glass an...
journal_title：Complementary therapies in medicine
pub_type： 杂志文章
doi：10.1016/j.ctim.2013.12.013
更新日期：2014-02-01 00:00:00
