Evaluation of the wound healing property of Commiphora guidottii Chiov. ex. Guid.

abstract：BACKGROUND:Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM) patients are increasingly using herbal remedies due to the fact that sticking to the therapeutic regimens is becoming awkward. However, studies towards herbal medicine use by diabetic patients is scarce in Ethiopia. Therefore, the aim of the current study was to explore the pr...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Mekuria AB,Belachew SA,Tegegn HG,Ali DS,Netere AK,Lemlemu E,Erku DA

更新日期：2018-03-09 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Angina pectoris (Angina) is a medical condition related to myocardial ischemia. Although acupuncture has been widely accepted as a clinical approach for angina, there is no sufficient evidence of its effectiveness against this syndrome, and its mechanisms have not yet been well elucidated. We develop this pr...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Wang N,Lu SF,Chen H,Wang JF,Fu SP,Hu CJ,Yang Y,Liang FR,Zhu BM

更新日期：2015-04-30 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The purpose of this study was to compare the efficacy of electroacupuncture (EA), diclofenac and their combination in symptomatic treatment of osteoarthritis (OA) of the knee. METHODS:This study was a randomized, single-blind, placebo controlled trial. The 193 out-patients with OA of the knee were randomize...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Sangdee C,Teekachunhatean S,Sananpanich K,Sugandhavesa N,Chiewchantanakit S,Pojchamarnwiputh S,Jayasvasti S

更新日期：2002-03-21 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Liver steatosis was caused by lipid accumulation in the liver. Alisma orientale (AO) is recognized as a promising candidate with therapeutic efficacy for the treatment of nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). HepG2 hepatocyte cell line is commonly used for liver disease cell model. METHOD:The HepG2 cell...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Jeong HS,Cho YH,Kim KH,Kim Y,Kim KS,Na YC,Park J,Lee IS,Lee JH,Jang HJ

更新日期：2016-07-25 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Mitochondrial dysfunction and oxidative stress are the main toxic events leading to dopaminergic neuronal death in Parkinson's disease (PD) and identified as vital objective for therapeutic intercession. This study investigated the neuro-protective effects of the demethoxycurcumin (DMC), a derivative of curc...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Ramkumar M,Rajasankar S,Gobi VV,Dhanalakshmi C,Manivasagam T,Justin Thenmozhi A,Essa MM,Kalandar A,Chidambaram R

更新日期：2017-04-18 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Gami-Cheongyeul-Sodok-Eum (GCSE), an herbal formula of traditional Korean medicine, comprises nine herb components. GCSE has various biological activities such as anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial and anti-viral activities. However, it is still unclear whether GCSE has any immunomodulatory effect on atopic d...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Hwang JS,Kim JE,Yu YB,Im SH

更新日期：2013-11-11 00:00:00

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journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Okonkwo UP,Ibeneme SC,Ihegihu EY,Egwuonwu AV,Ezema IC,Maruf AF,Okoye EC,Ibikunle OP,Ezeukwu AO

更新日期：2019-01-08 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:An alarm increase the rate of emerging and re-emerging of multidrug resistant bacteria have been caused great public health concern in the worldwide. They have been resisting for most or majority of currently available and affordable antibiotics and imposed socioeconomic catastrophe at global scale. As a res...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Gadisa E,Weldearegay G,Desta K,Tsegaye G,Hailu S,Jote K,Takele A

更新日期：2019-01-18 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In ayurvedic traditional medicine Gentiana kurroo Royle (family; Gentianaceae) is used to treat several metabolic diseases. This plant is rich in various compounds belonging to flavonoids and glycosides. Till now little work has been carried out on immunomodulatory and anti-inflammatory potential of this pla...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Mubashir K,Ganai BA,Ghazanfar K,Akbar S,Rah B,Tantry M,Masood A

更新日期：2017-01-28 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The National Institutes of Health reported in 2007 that approximately 38% of United States adults have used at least one type of Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM). There are no studies available that assess general CAM use in US pregnant women.The objectives of our study were to determine the prev...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Strouss L,Mackley A,Guillen U,Paul DA,Locke R

更新日期：2014-03-04 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Hyaluronidases have been found as the target enzymes in the development of osteoarthritis (OA) disease. While there is still no curative treatment for this disease, recent studies on the treatment of OA were focused on the effectiveness of natural products which are expected to improve the symptoms with mini...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Citalingam K,Zareen S,Shaari K,Ahmad S

更新日期：2013-08-23 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Abalone has long been used as a valuable food source in East Asian countries. Although the nutritional importance of abalone has been reported through in vitro and in vivo studies, there is little evidence about the potential anti-tumor effects of abalone visceral extract. The aim of the present study is to ...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Lee CG,Kwon HK,Ryu JH,Kang SJ,Im CR,Ii Kim J,Im SH

更新日期：2010-10-20 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Saliva is fundamental to our oral health and our well-being. Many factors can impair saliva secretion, such as adverse effects of prescribed medication, auto-immune diseases (for example Sjögren's syndrome) and radiotherapy for head and neck cancers. Several studies have suggested a positive effect of acupun...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Assy Z,Brand HS

更新日期：2018-02-13 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Bee honey is a functional food which has a unique composition, antimicrobial properties and bifidogenic effect. In order to assess whether honey can inhibit the toxic effect of mycotoxins, the present study was undertaken. METHODS:Production of biomass and toxins by Aspergillus parasiticus and Aspergillus o...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Ezz El-Arab AM,Girgis SM,Hegazy EM,Abd El-Khalek AB

更新日期：2006-03-14 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Sutherlandia frutescens is one of the most promising commercialized, indigenous and medicinal plants of South Africa that is used as an immune-booster, and a traditional treatment for cancer. However, few studies report on its toxicology and dosage in vivo. There is still room to better understand its cytoto...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Chen L,Xu M,Gong Z,Zonyane S,Xu S,Makunga NP

更新日期：2018-10-05 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Traditional fermented cheese whey (TFCW), containing probiotics, has been used both as a dairy food with ethnic flavor and a medicine for cardiovascular disease, especially regulating blood lipid among Kazakh. We therefore investigated anti-atherosclerotic effects of TFCW in atherosclerotic rabbits and ident...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Nabi XH,Ma CY,Manaer T,Heizati M,Wulazibieke B,Aierken L

更新日期：2016-08-24 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The aims of this study were to evaluate the effect and mechanism of a traditional Chinese medicine formula: Tongxieyaofang (TXYF) on Rats with Post Infectious Irritable Bowel Syndrome (PI-IBS). METHODS:SD male rats in adult were used to model PI-IBS and treated with TXYF at three dosage for 14 consecutive d...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Hu X,Zhang X,Han B,Bei W

更新日期：2013-10-02 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Difficulty in controlling attention can lead to mental fatigue in the healthy population. We identified one trial reporting a benefit in patients' attention using a homeopathic formula preparation. One component of the preparation was potassium phosphate, widely available off the shelf as Kali phos 6x for co...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Dean ME,Karsandas R,Bland JM,Gooch D,MacPherson H

更新日期：2012-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Bushen-Qiangdu-Zhilv Decoction (BQZ) is one of famous traditional Chinese medical formula for treating ankylosing spondylitis (AS). However, the mechanisms underlying effects of BQZ remains unknown. Pro-inflammatory cytokines, tumor necrosis factor (TNF)-α and interleukin (IL)-1, play an important role in AS...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Huang RY,Lin JH,He XH,Li X,Lu CL,Zhou YY,Cai J,He YT

更新日期：2014-07-28 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:While yoga is increasingly used for health purposes, its safety has been questioned. The aim of this cross-sectional survey was to analyze yoga-associated adverse effects and their correlates. METHODS:A cross-sectional anonymous national online survey among German yoga practitioners (n = 1702; 88.9% female;...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Cramer H,Quinker D,Schumann D,Wardle J,Dobos G,Lauche R

更新日期：2019-07-29 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Approximately 11% of the German population are convinced that certain moon phases and moon signs may impact their health and the onset and clinical course of diseases. Before elective surgery, a considerable number of patients look to optimize the timing of the procedure based on the lunar cycle. Especially ...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Kleespies A,Mikhailov M,Khalil PN,Pratschke S,Khandoga A,Stangl M,Illner WD,Angele MK,Jauch KW,Guba M,Werner J,Rentsch M

更新日期：2017-09-04 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Cancer-related fatigue is one of the most common symptoms experienced by cancer patients, and it diminishes their quality of life. However, there is currently no confirmed standard treatment for cancer-related fatigue, and thus, many patients who suffer cancer-related fatigue seek complementary and alternati...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Kim M,Kim JE,Lee HY,Kim AR,Park HJ,Kwon OJ,Kim EJ,Park YC,Seo BK,Cho JH,Kim JH

更新日期：2017-07-05 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Infertility and gonadal dysfunction are well known side-effects by cancer treatment in males. In particularly, chemotherapy and radiotherapy induced testicular damage, resulting in prolonged azoospermia. However, information regarding therapeutics to treat spermatogenesis disturbance after cancer treatment i...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Takahashi K,Nagahori K,Qu N,Kuramasu M,Hirayanagi Y,Hayashi S,Ogawa Y,Hatayama N,Terayama H,Suyama K,Hirai S,Sakabe K,Itoh M

更新日期：2019-12-11 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Conventional therapy (CT) such as donepezil and memantine are well-known short-term treatments for the symptoms of Alzheimer's disease (AD). The efficacy of them, however, drops below baseline level after 9 months. In China, herbal therapy as a complementary therapy is very popular. Should conventional thera...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Shi J,Ni J,Lu T,Zhang X,Wei M,Li T,Liu W,Wang Y,Shi Y,Tian J

更新日期：2017-12-13 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Court-type Thai traditional massage (CTTM) has specific major signal points (MaSP) for treating musculoskeletal conditions. The objectives of this study are to investigate the anatomical surfaces and structures of MaSPs, and to examine blood flow (BF) and skin temperature (ST) changes after applying pressure...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Plakornkul V,Vannabhum M,Viravud Y,Roongruangchai J,Mutirangura P,Akarasereenont P,Laohapand T

更新日期：2016-09-15 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Infertility is a common complication in diabetic men and experimental animals, mainly due to loss of germ cells by apoptotic cell death. The aim of this study was to evaluate the effects of aqueous and ethanol extracts of Dracaena arborea in streptozotocin-induced ultra-structural spermatogenic alterations i...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Wankeu-Nya M,Florea A,Bâlici S,Watcho P,Matei H,Kamanyi A

更新日期：2013-04-02 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Chemotherapy of cholangiocarcinoma (CCA), a devastating cancer with increasing worldwide incidence and mortality rates, is largely ineffective. The discovery and development of effective chemotherapeutics is urgently needed. METHODS/DESIGN:The study aimed at evaluating anticancer activities, toxicity, and p...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Plengsuriyakarn T,Viyanant V,Eursitthichai V,Picha P,Kupradinun P,Itharat A,Na-Bangchang K

更新日期：2012-03-27 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Postmenopausal women experience estrogen deficiency-related menopausal symptoms (e.g., hot flashes and mood swings) and a dramatic increase in the incidence of chronic diseases. Although estrogen-replacement therapy (ERT) can reduce mortality from cardiovascular disease and improve osteoporosis and menopausa...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Lee YM,Kim JB,Bae JH,Lee JS,Kim PS,Jang HH,Kim HR

更新日期：2012-12-21 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Many diseases are associated with oxidative stress caused by free radicals. Current research is directed towards finding naturally-occurring antioxidants of plant origin. The aim of the present study was to evaluate the in vitro antioxidant activities of Spondias pinnata stem bark extract. METHODS:A 70% met...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Hazra B,Biswas S,Mandal N

更新日期：2008-12-09 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Acupuncture has been widely used in the management of a variety of diseases for thousands of years, and many relevant randomized controlled trials have been published. In recent years, many randomized controlled trials have provided controversial or less-than-convincing evidence that supports the efficacy of...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Luo J,Xu H,Liu B

更新日期：2015-05-22 00:00:00