abstract：OBJECTIVES:Nascent research reflects the promise of yoga as a complementary treatment for substance use. While putative mechanisms behind yoga's impact on substance use have been proposed, the research is limited. This manuscript aims to determine how a hatha yoga intervention impacts the substance use of people who ar...

journal_title：Complementary therapies in medicine

authors： Wimberly AS

更新日期：2019-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:This is the first part of a larger spectrum systematic review which aims to identify and evaluates the effectiveness of all different non-pharmacological acupuncture techniques used for COPD. In this first publication, we describe the results of filiform needle acupuncture METHODS: Randomised controlled tria...

journal_title：Complementary therapies in medicine

authors： Fernández-Jané C,Vilaró J,Fei Y,Wang C,Liu J,Huang N,Xia R,Tian X,Hu R,Yu M,Gómara-Toldrà N,Solà-Madurell M,Sitjà-Rabert M

更新日期：2019-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Ulcerative colitis (UC) is one of the inflammatory diseases of the gut with frequent bloody diarrhea leads to increased rates of anemia. Evidences indicate the immunomodulation disorders in the response to intestinal microbiota in UC. Although sugarcane molasses, rich in necessary minerals and vitamins, could be a goo...

journal_title：Complementary therapies in medicine

authors： Shakurnia A,Sheikhi A,Mirzapour M,Baharifar V,Baharifar N,Aghamohammadi N,Sheikhi M,Matinrad M,Mousavinasab SN,Sheikhi S,Sheikhi R

更新日期：2019-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Migraine headaches affect about approximately 15% of the population and some notable efforts have been made to develop meditation interventions to address pain and mood among this population. However, key active ingredients and the necessary duration of meditation interventions to produce an effect are still ...

journal_title：Complementary therapies in medicine

authors： Wachholtz A,Vohra R,Metzger A

更新日期：2019-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Growing interest in integrative medicine motivates examination of who seeks integrative care, and why. By examining differences in demographics and complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) use between patients recruited from Japanese Kampo (traditional herbal medicine) versus biomedical clinics, this stu...

journal_title：Complementary therapies in medicine

authors： Melby MK,Yoshino T,Tonob D,Horiba Y,Watanabe K

更新日期：2019-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To report on the potential effectiveness of hypocaloric, plant-based short-term dietary oatmeal interventions in the treatment of insulin resistance in critically ill patients on the intensive care unit. CLINICAL FEATURES AND OUTCOME:A 67-year-old female with type 2 diabetes was admitted to our hospital wit...

journal_title：Complementary therapies in medicine

authors： Storz MA,Helle P

更新日期：2019-10-01 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

authors： Raak C,Krueger P,Klement P,De Jaegere S,Weber S,Keller T,Ilyenko L,Martin D,Ostermann T

更新日期：2019-08-01 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

authors： Laukkanen T,Lipponen J,Kunutsor SK,Zaccardi F,Araújo CGS,Mäkikallio TH,Khan H,Willeit P,Lee E,Poikonen S,Tarvainen M,Laukkanen JA

更新日期：2019-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Most healing research has focussed on the views of healers, complementary and alternative medical (CAM) practitioners or medical professionals, and little is known about how the general public conceives of healing. Because healing is a complex and often abstract concept, we addressed this gap in the knowledg...

journal_title：Complementary therapies in medicine

authors： Rahtz E,Warber SL,Dieppe P

更新日期：2019-08-01 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

authors： Wong CHL,Wu IXY,Cheung WKW,Ho RST,Leach MJ,Peng W,Zhang Y,Wu JCY,Chung VCH

更新日期：2019-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:A systematic review was conducted to assess the effect of vitamin E on the severity and duration of Cyclic Mastalgia compared to vitamin B6, fish oil, herbal medicines and placebo. DESIGN:A systematic review and meta-analysis of clinical trials. METHODS:A search was carried out in PubMed, Cochrane Library,...

journal_title：Complementary therapies in medicine

authors： Hajizadeh K,Alizadeh Charandabi SM,Hasanzade R,Mirghafourvand M

更新日期：2019-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:l-carnitine infusion has been proven to reduce fasting-induced fatigue and hunger in patients with metabolic syndrome in our former study. However, the association between l-carnitine and clinical outcomes of fasting therapy is yet to be investigated. In this study, data from 192 patients who finished fasting therapy ...

journal_title：Complementary therapies in medicine

authors： Zhang T,Zhang L,Ke B,Sun J,Liu T,Huang Y,Chen X,Liu M,Li F,Luo D,Qin J,Li H

更新日期：2019-06-01 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

authors： Hussain JN,Greaves RF,Cohen MM

更新日期：2019-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To evaluate the antihypertensive efficacy and safety of a standardized Vaccinium arctostaphylos (V. arctostaphylos) berry hydro-alcoholic extract in the overweight/obese hypertensive patients. DESIGN:Randomized placebo-controlled trial. SETTING:Baqiyatallah hospital (Tehran, Iran). INTERVENTIONS:The antih...

journal_title：Complementary therapies in medicine

authors： Kianbakht S,Hashem-Dabaghian F

更新日期：2019-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The World Health Organization has reported that approximately 35% of cancer-related deaths are attributed to modifiable risk factors. Among the most important risk factors amenable to modification are obesity and lack of physical activity. The purpose of this article is to review the current evidence of th...

journal_title：Complementary therapies in medicine

authors： Lugo D,Pulido AL,Mihos CG,Issa O,Cusnir M,Horvath SA,Lin J,Santana O

更新日期：2019-06-01 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

authors： Rahmani J,Miri A,Černevičiūtė R,Thompson J,de Souza NN,Sultana R,Kord Varkaneh H,Mousavi SM,Hekmatdoost A

更新日期：2019-04-01 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

authors： Porcino AJ,Solomonian L,Zylich S,Doucet C,Gluvic B,Vohra S

更新日期：2019-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:We report a case of congestive heart failure complicated by hospital-acquired pneumonia that was successfully treated with traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) and antibiotics. CLINICAL FEATURES AND OUTCOME:A 33-year-old man with a history of heart failure developed pneumonia during hospitalization. After the ...

journal_title：Complementary therapies in medicine

authors： Chen WC,Chuang HM,Huang JL,Hung SW,Tsai CI,Fu PK

更新日期：2019-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To assess the value of bee products with respect to antiviral efficacy against herpes viruses. DESIGN:A systematic review was done using the JUSTfind System of the Justus-Liebig-University Gießen and Scopus. RESULTS:Three trials on honey and 6 trials on propolis were conducted. Each trial provided evidence...

journal_title：Complementary therapies in medicine

authors： Münstedt K

更新日期：2019-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:This study:Healthy Active and in Control (HA1C), examined the feasibility and acceptability of yoga as a complementary therapy for adults with Type-2 Diabetes (T2DM). DESIGN:A 2-arm randomized clinical trial comparing Iyengar yoga with a supervised walking program. SETTING:Hospital based gym-type facility ...

journal_title：Complementary therapies in medicine

authors： Bock BC,Thind H,Fava JL,Dunsiger S,Guthrie KM,Stroud L,Gopalakrishnan G,Sillice M,Wu W

更新日期：2019-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The aim of this study was to evaluate the acute effects of light-emitting diode therapy (LEDT) on cardiopulmonary adjustments and muscle oxygenation dynamics during transition to moderate exercise, as well as in glucose and lactate levels in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). Sixteen individuals with T2DM ...

journal_title：Complementary therapies in medicine

authors： Francisco CO,Beltrame T,Hughson RL,Milan-Mattos JC,Ferroli-Fabricio AM,Galvão Benze B,Ferraresi C,Parizotto NA,Bagnato VS,Borghi-Silva A,Porta A,Catai AM

更新日期：2019-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Upper gastrointestinal symptoms are major issues in various diseases such as postgastrectomy syndrome and functional dyspepsia. These symptoms cannot be fully controlled in such conditions and result in poorer quality of life. Rikkunshito has been traditionally used in Japan to relieve these symptoms. This s...

journal_title：Complementary therapies in medicine

authors： Hoshino N,Nishizaki D,Hida K,Obama K,Sakai Y

更新日期：2019-02-01 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

authors： Perry SIB,Nelissen PM,Siemonsma P,Lucas C

更新日期：2019-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Bikram yoga may enhance health outcomes in healthy adults and those at risk for chronic disease, however, challenges remain in achieving optimal adherence to this practice. This study investigated factors influencing adherence to a 16-week Bikram yoga intervention in stressed and sedentary adults. METHODS:E...

journal_title：Complementary therapies in medicine

authors： Hewett ZL,Pumpa KL,Smith CA,Fahey PP,Cheema BS

更新日期：2019-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:20-90% of all women suffer from dysmenorrhea. Standard therapy of primary dysmenorrhea (PD) are NSAIDs and oral contraceptives, effective but not without possible side effects. OBJECTIVE:To examine the efficacy of rhythmical massage (Anthroposophic Medicine) and heart rate variability biofeedback compared t...

journal_title：Complementary therapies in medicine

authors： Vagedes J,Fazeli A,Boening A,Helmert E,Berger B,Martin D

更新日期：2019-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Rhodiola rosea extract is one of the most common herbal treatment for stress. Its mechanism of action in humans still need to be determined. We investigated the effect of a single dose intake of Rhodiola rosea extract on the plastic after-effects induced by anodal and cathodal motor cortex transcranial Direc...

journal_title：Complementary therapies in medicine

authors： Concerto C,Infortuna C,Muscatello MRA,Bruno A,Zoccali R,Chusid E,Aguglia E,Battaglia F

更新日期：2018-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Although Animal-Assisted Interventions (AAI) are effective treatments for a variety of psychological problems, the mechanism of treatment effectiveness remains unclear. Qualitative studies of AAI may reveal possible mechanisms. This review aims to synthesize qualitative research and identify factors that migh...

journal_title：Complementary therapies in medicine

authors： Shen RZZ,Xiong P,Chou UI,Hall BJ

更新日期：2018-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Gamat (sea-cucumber) is a natural occurring fauna which is popularly used as traditional medication in Southeast Asian countries. There have been many animal studies done on its' biochemical properties and its' effects in vivo. The effect of gamat on human cutaneous wounds was studied using a split-skin graf...

journal_title：Complementary therapies in medicine

authors： Poh Yuen Wen A,Halim AS,Mat Saad AZ,Mohd Nor F,Wan Sulaiman WA

更新日期：2018-12-01 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

authors： Hadi A,Pourmasoumi M,Mohammadi H,Symonds M,Miraghajani M

更新日期：2018-12-01 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

authors： Arruda JM,Bogetz AL,Vellanki S,Wren A,Yeh AM

更新日期：2018-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:The objective was to evaluate the scientific status of anthroposophic medicine (AM) according to demarcation criteria proposed in contemporary philosophy of science. DESIGN:Criteria for what is science were retrieved from eight publications in the philosophy of science, focusing either on science in medicin...

journal_title：Complementary therapies in medicine

authors： Baars EW,Kiene H,Kienle GS,Heusser P,Hamre HJ

更新日期：2018-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Colonic diverticula develop in at least 60% of elderly patients. Less than 25% of these develop diverticulitis. Recurrent episodes are experienced by about 13% of the symptomatic patients. The effect on prevention of recurrent diverticulitis of currently used therapies is controversial. Surgical colon resect...

journal_title：Complementary therapies in medicine

authors： Meyer R,Werthmann PG,Kienle GS

更新日期：2018-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Previous studies in Parkinson's Disease (PD) have described benefits of dance for motor and non-motor outcomes, yet few studies specifically look at Dance Therapy (DT) as a specific psychotherapeutic model for PD. DT is the psychotherapeutic use of movement to improve physical, emotional, cognitive, and soci...

journal_title：Complementary therapies in medicine

authors： Michels K,Dubaz O,Hornthal E,Bega D

更新日期：2018-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Pilates exercises help stabilize the vertebral segments by recruiting the abdominal and spinal muscles. Pilates training may increase joint stability and improve neuromuscular efficiency (NME). OBJECTIVE:This study aimed to evaluate NME of the multifidus (MU) muscle through electromyography (EMG) analysis a...

journal_title：Complementary therapies in medicine

authors： Panhan AC,Gonçalves M,Eltz GD,Villalba MM,Cardozo AC,Bérzin F

更新日期：2018-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To investigate how individuals expressed rationales for their beliefs regarding efficacy of acupuncture. METHODS:Qualitative data from participants of two different randomized sham-controlled trials, of relaxing (non-cancer volunteers of the general population) or antiemetic (patients with cancer undergoing ...

journal_title：Complementary therapies in medicine

authors： Enblom A,Lagerstedt K

更新日期：2018-08-01 00:00:00

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

authors： Zhu S,Shi K,Yan J,He Z,Wang Y,Yi Q,Huang H

更新日期：2018-08-01 00:00:00

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 ...

journal_title：Complementary therapies in medicine

authors： Bekut M,Brkić S,Kladar N,Gavarić N,Božin B

更新日期：2018-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Merkel cell carcinoma (MCC) is a rare, aggressive, neuroendocrine skin tumor with frequent local recurrence, lymph node involvement, distant metastasis, and a high mortality rate. Viscum album extracts (VAE) are a widely used adjunct in cancer treatment and show cytotoxic and immune-modulating effects. CASE...

journal_title：Complementary therapies in medicine

authors： Werthmann PG,Kindermann L,Kienle GS

更新日期：2018-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To examine the effectiveness of a multifaceted complementary therapies intervention, delivered in a systematic manner within an Australian public hospital setting, on quality of life and symptom distress outcomes for cancer patients. METHODS:Adults receiving treatment for any form of cancer were eligible to ...

journal_title：Complementary therapies in medicine

authors： Stomski NJ,Petterson A,Kristjanson L,Lobb EA,Phillips M,Williams A,Morrison P,Joske D

更新日期：2018-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The effects of three horticulture-related activities (HRAs), including floral arranging, planting, and flower pressing were compared to see if they influenced changes on a stress scale and on salivary cortisol concentrations (SCC) in maladjusted elementary school children. Twenty maladjusted elementary school children...

journal_title：Complementary therapies in medicine

authors： Lee MJ,Oh W,Jang JS,Lee JY

更新日期：2018-04-01 00:00:00