Article
Clinical Neurology
Benedicte Marie Finger, Annika Triller, Ashley M. Bourke, Gert Jan Lammers, Christian Veauthier, Merve Yildizli, Ulf Kallweit
Summary: This study investigated the frequency and characteristics of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) use in German narcolepsy patients. 15% of patients were using CAM at the time of the survey, and an additional 18% reported past use. The most commonly used CAM treatments were vitamins/trace elements, homeopathy, and meditation. CAM users were more likely to experience side effects from medication and have low adherence to pharmacological treatment.
Article
Integrative & Complementary Medicine
Yuezhen Lin, Ling Wu, Ruihua Zhao, Pui Wah Chung, Chi Chiu Wang
Summary: Current medical treatments for endometriosis-associated pain have limitations, and Chinese herbal medicine (CHM) shows potential as an alternative or complementary treatment. This study analyzed randomized control trials comparing CHM to other treatments for endometriosis-associated pain, and found that CHM, used alone or in combination with conventional therapies, can effectively relieve pain with fewer side effects.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF CHINESE MEDICINE
(2023)
Review
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Hongmin Chu, Seunghwan Moon, Jeongsu Park, Seongjun Bak, Youme Ko, Bo-Young Youn
Summary: The development of artificial intelligence in complementary and alternative medicine has been rapidly advancing. This systematic scoping review identified three main categories of AI usage in CAM, including acupuncture treatment, tongue and lip diagnoses, and herbal medicine. Future research should focus on verifying and validating these AI models through large-scale clinical trials.
FRONTIERS IN PHARMACOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Dermatology
Kyla N. Price, Erin K. Collier, Tristan Grogan, Jennifer M. Fernandez, Raed Alhusayen, Afsaneh Alavi, Iltefat H. Hamzavi, Michelle A. Lowes, Martina J. Porter, Jennifer L. Hsiao, Vivian Y. Shi
Summary: Recent studies have shown a widespread use of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) among patients with HS. Providers vary in their comfort and opinions regarding CAM, with most agreeing that CAM and conventional medicine are more effective together, while citing a lack of scientific evidence as a barrier to recommending CAM.
DERMATOLOGIC THERAPY
(2021)
Article
Oncology
Nazi Nejat, Amir Rahbarian, Fatemeh Mehrabi, Fatemeh Rafiei
Summary: This study investigated the prevalence of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) use among cancer patients in Iran. The findings showed that 44.3% of the 320 participants were using CAM. Most patients used CAM to improve their physical condition and used it alongside conventional medical treatments. Common CAM treatments included visiting holy places, practicing yoga, engaging in prayer therapy, and using medicinal plants and special diets.
JOURNAL OF CANCER RESEARCH AND CLINICAL ONCOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Seyed Hamdollah Mosavat, Mehdi Pasalar, Hassan Joulaei, Vira Ameli, Seyed Taghi Heydari, Ali Mirzazadeh, Mohammad Hashem Hashempur
Summary: This study examines the frequency and reasons behind the use of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) among people living with HIV in Shiraz, Iran. The results show that the majority of participants use CAM, and there is no significant difference in quality of life between those who use CAM and those who do not.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2023)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Jessica Tobin, Steven B. Zeliadt, Dawn M. Upchurch, Rian DeFaccio, Jamie Douglas, Hannah M. Gelman, Matt Hawrilenko, Stephen Frochen, Nathan McGinty, Adam Resnick, Nathan Tomlanovich, Joy Toyama, Alison M. Whitehead, Benjamin Kligler, Stephanie L. Taylor
Summary: White individuals are the largest group of users for complementary and integrative health therapies, but this could be due to age, health condition, and location differences. Understanding racial and ethnic differences is crucial in addressing the disparities in care.
Review
Medicine, General & Internal
Jin Young Yoon, Seok-Jae Ko, Jae-Woo Park, Jae Myung Cha
Summary: Many Asian patients with functional dyspepsia (FD) are unsatisfied with conventional medical treatment and are seeking complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) therapies. However, there is limited research on CAM for FD specifically in an Asian context. Traditional herbal formulas, STW-5, peppermint and caraway, FDgard, black seed oil, and psychotherapy have been used in FD patients, but the evidence supporting their effectiveness is weak. Well-planned, large-scale studies are needed to evaluate the efficacy of CAM in treating FD, especially in Asian countries.
Article
Integrative & Complementary Medicine
Bo -Young Youn, Seunghwan Moon, Kyungyul Mok, Chunhoo Cheon, Youme Ko, Sunju Park, Bo-Hyoung Jang, Yong Cheol Shin, Seong-Gyu Ko
Summary: This study conducted a multinational survey to explore the experience, attitude, and promotion of TC&AM in nine countries. The results showed that the participants favored TC&AM treatments and therapies, with a preference for herbal medicine over acupuncture. They also indicated a focus on promoting metabolism rather than treating musculoskeletal diseases. Furthermore, participants suggested the use of Facebook as a channel for promoting TC&AM, and expressed the potential application of TC&AM in treating infectious diseases such as COVID-19.
COMPLEMENTARY THERAPIES IN MEDICINE
(2022)
Review
Rheumatology
Paraschou Vasileios, Partalidou Styliani, Gkekas Nifon, Siolos Pavlos, Fotiadis Aris, Pantekidis Ioannis
Summary: Fibromyalgia is a chronic medical condition characterized by chronic pain and additional symptoms such as depression, anxiety, and insomnia. Traditional pharmaceutical management has been the main treatment approach, but in recent years, low-impact aerobic exercise and complementary and alternative medical (CAM) exercise have shown potential benefits. A meta-analysis of 14 studies involving 886 patients found that CAM exercise had a positive effect on patients' Fibromyalgia Impact Questionnaire score, with dance and Tai chi showing particularly promising results.
RHEUMATOLOGY INTERNATIONAL
(2022)
Review
Nutrition & Dietetics
Prakash Monika, Mathikere Naganna Chandraprabha, Annapoorni Rangarajan, P. Veena Waiker, Kotamballi N. Chidambara Murthy
Summary: Wound healing is a complicated biological process that is influenced by an individual's health status and other factors. Current treatment options for chronic wounds are limited, and the use of complementary and alternative medicine in wound management is still being explored.
FRONTIERS IN NUTRITION
(2022)
Review
Clinical Neurology
Panagiotis Kerezoudis, Evangelia N. Kerezoudi, Abdurehman Choudhry, Benjamin T. Himes, Ian F. Parney
Summary: Many patients and caregivers of glioma seek CAM methods to comfort themselves and cope with cancer medication side effects. This study summarizes the existing evidence on the safety and efficacy of CAM treatments for gliomas.
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Doga uenlueyol, Hueseyin Goekcekus, Youssef Kassem, Murat Tezer, Filiz Mericli, Dudu Ozkum Yavuz
Summary: This study aims to investigate the use of herbal medicines in Northern Cyprus, focusing on the targets, disease types, reasons, and sources of information. The findings indicate that most respondents learned about herbal products and complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) from other patients, the Internet, friends, and family. The commonly used herbal medicines include fennel, ginger, and echinacea, mainly for treating common illnesses such as the common cold. Furthermore, nearly 50% of the participants believe that herbal medicines are safe, have fewer side effects, and are effective for treating minor health conditions.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Mahlagha Dehghan, Mahla Mohebi Rad, Leyla Ahmadi Lari, Behnam Ghorbani-nejad, Milad Mohebi-Rad
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the relationship between complementary and alternative medicine and health literacy in chronically ill outpatient cases. The results showed a significant and direct relationship between health literacy and the use of complementary and alternative medicine. Health education and promotion programs may be useful for improving health literacy in the community.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2023)
Review
Medicine, General & Internal
Yohwan Kim, Kyuseok Kim
Summary: This study aimed to determine a pressure algometry measurement during abdominal examination that reflects clinical settings of traditional Korean medicine. Through reviewing previous studies and conducting keyword searches, a set of standardized pressure algometry indices, postures, and method sequences were proposed for abdominal examination to make objective assessments in clinical settings.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Lin Liu, Zhitao Xiong, Daqiang Hu, Guotao Wu, Ping Chen
CHEMICAL COMMUNICATIONS
(2013)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Lin Liu, Zhitao Xiong, Daqiang Hu, Guotao Wu, Bin Liu, Ping Chen
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Jianhui Wang, Ping Chen, Hongge Pan, Zhitao Xiong, Mingxia Gao, Guotao Wu, Chu Liang, Cao Li, Bo Li, Jieru Wang
Article
Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Suna Yapali, Nizar Talaat, Anna S. Lok
CLINICAL GASTROENTEROLOGY AND HEPATOLOGY
(2014)
Editorial Material
Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Suna Yapali, Anna S. Lok
Article
Physics, Applied
M. R. Uddin, S. Majety, J. Li, J. Y. Lin, H. X. Jiang
JOURNAL OF APPLIED PHYSICS
(2014)
Article
Medicine, Research & Experimental
Ji-Tian Xu, Jian-Yuan Zhao, Xiuli Zhao, Davinna Ligons, Vinod Tiwari, Fidelis E. Atianjoh, Chun-Yi Lee, Lingli Liang, Weidong Zang, Dolores Njoku, Srinivasa N. Raja, Myron Yaster, Yuan-Xiang Tao
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL INVESTIGATION
(2014)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Zhenxiao Cai, Claudia Wee, Mark M. Benjamin
JOURNAL OF MEMBRANE SCIENCE
(2013)
Article
Dermatology
Giulio Fortuna, Nita Chainani-Wu, Francina Lozada-Nur, Massimo Aria, Rodrigo Cepeda-Valdes, Annamaria Pollio, M. Peter Marinkovich, Adriana E. Martinez-Salazar, Michele D. Mignogna, Anna L. Bruckner, Julio Cesar Salas-Alanis
JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN ACADEMY OF DERMATOLOGY
(2013)
Article
Virology
Karen Kwei, Xiaoli Tang, Anna S. Lok, Camille Sureau, Tamako Garcia, Jisu Li, Jack Wands, Shuping Tong
JOURNAL OF VIROLOGY
(2013)
Article
Oncology
Dean Ornish, Jue Lin, June M. Chan, Elissa Epel, Colleen Kemp, Gerdi Weidner, Ruth Marlin, Steven J. Frenda, Mark Jesus M. Magbanua, Jennifer Daubenmier, Ivette Estay, Nancy K. Hills, Nita Chainani-Wu, Peter R. Carroll, Elizabeth H. Blackburn
Article
Neurosciences
S. -Q. He, L. Han, Z. Li, Q. Xu, V. Tiwari, F. Yang, X. Guan, Y. Wang, S. N. Raja, X. Dong, Y. Guan
Article
Dentistry, Oral Surgery & Medicine
Nita Chainani-Wu, Crystal Chang, A. J. Gross, S. S. Yom, Sol Silverman
ORAL SURGERY ORAL MEDICINE ORAL PATHOLOGY ORAL RADIOLOGY
(2014)
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Chemistry, Physical
Jilei Liu, Chee Kok Poh, Da Zhan, Linfei Lai, San Hua Lim, Liang Wang, Xiaoxu Liu, Nanda Gopal Sahoo, Changming Li, Zexiang Shen, Jianyi Lin
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Chemistry, Physical
Linfei Lai, Jixin Zhu, Zhenggang Li, Denis Y. W. Yu, Shuran Jiang, Xiaoyi Cai, Qingyu Yan, Yeng Ming Lam, Zexiang Shen, Jianyi Lin
