Complementary therapies in medicine
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Complement Ther Med · Jun 2012
Randomized Controlled Trial Comparative StudyA comprehensive yoga programs improves pain, anxiety and depression in chronic low back pain patients more than exercise: an RCT.
Previously, outpatient Yoga programs for patients with chronic low back pain (CLBP) lasting several months have been found to reduce pain, analgesic requirement and disability, and improve spinal mobility. This study evaluated changes in pain, anxiety, depression and spinal mobility for CLBP patients on short-term, residential Yoga and physical exercise programs, including comprehensive yoga lifestyle modifications. ⋯ Seven days intensive residential Yoga program reduces pain, anxiety, and depression, and improves spinal mobility in patients with CLBP more effectively than physiotherapy exercises.
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Complement Ther Med · Aug 2011
Randomized Controlled Trial Multicenter StudyA multicenter, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial evaluating the efficacy and safety of a far infrared-emitting sericite belt in patients with primary dysmenorrhea.
To determine the efficacy and safety of a sericite which emits far infrared rays in the management of primary dysmenorrhea. ⋯ Our data suggest that a far infrared-emitting sericite belt with a hot pack might be used as an effective and safe non-pharmacologic treatment option for women with primary dysmenorrhea, with a prolonged effect after treatment.
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Complement Ther Med · Feb 2011
Randomized Controlled TrialTai chi Qigong improves lung functions and activity tolerance in COPD clients: a single blind, randomized controlled trial.
To evaluate the effectiveness of a Tai chi Qigong (TCQ) program in enhancing respiratory functions and activity tolerance in clients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). ⋯ Tai chi Qigong was able to improve respiratory functions and activity tolerance level in COPD clients. The breathing and walking exercise helped maintain lung functions and slow down disease progression.
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Complement Ther Med · Jan 2011
Randomized Controlled Trial Comparative StudyComparison of biomechanical properties between acupuncture and non-penetrating sham needle.
A non-penetrating sham needle has been considered as a reliable control treatment in the field of acupuncture research. However, some concerns with regard to the credibility of sham needles have also been raised. We investigated whether there were differences in biomechanical properties and acupuncture sensation ratings in the process of needling between verum acupuncture (VA) and sham acupuncture (SA). ⋯ Our findings demonstrate that differential biomechanical forces such as insertion and pullout force contribute to the sensation of real and non-penetrating sham needles.
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Complement Ther Med · Jan 2011
Randomized Controlled TrialAssessment of a traditional acupuncture therapy for chronic neck pain: a pilot randomised controlled study.
This study is aimed to assess the efficacy of traditional acupuncture for chronic neck pain in patients by comparing the differences in symptoms, dysfunctions and quality of life. ⋯ Traditional acupuncture can relieve pain intensity and improve the quality of daily life with a relative long-term clinical efficacy in patients with chronic neck pain.