Complementary therapies in medicine
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Complement Ther Med · Sep 2007
Randomized Controlled Trial Comparative StudyRandomised trial of trigger point acupuncture compared with other acupuncture for treatment of chronic neck pain.
There is some evidence for the efficacy of acupuncture in chronic neck pain (CNP) treatment, but it remains unclear which acupuncture modes are most effective. Objective was to evaluate the effects of trigger point acupuncture on pain and quality of life (QOL) in CNP patients compared to three other acupuncture treatments (acupoints, non-trigger point and sham treatment). ⋯ These results suggest that trigger point acupuncture therapy may be more effective on chronic neck pain in aged patients than the standard acupuncture therapy.
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Complement Ther Med · Sep 2007
Randomized Controlled TrialA randomised study of the effects of massage therapy compared to guided relaxation on well-being and stress perception among older adults.
The objective was to assess the effects of massage compared to guided relaxation on stress perception and well-being among older adults. ⋯ Findings indicate that massage therapy enhances positive well-being and reduces stress perception among community-dwelling older adults.
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Complement Ther Med · Jun 2007
Randomized Controlled Trial Comparative StudyA randomised comparative trial of yoga and relaxation to reduce stress and anxiety.
To compare yoga and relaxation as treatment modalities at 10 and 16 weeks from study baseline to determine if either of modality reduces subject stress, anxiety, blood pressure and improve quality of life. ⋯ Yoga appears to provide a comparable improvement in stress, anxiety and health status compared to relaxation.
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Complement Ther Med · Mar 2007
Randomized Controlled Trial Multicenter StudyThe effects of P6 acupressure in the prophylaxis of chemotherapy-related nausea and vomiting in breast cancer patients.
Nausea, and to a lesser extend vomiting, remain significant clinical problems after the administration of chemotherapy, with up to 60% of patients reporting nausea despite use of antiemetics. Combining antiemetics with other non-pharmacological treatments may prove more effective in decreasing nausea than antiemetics alone. Hence, the aim of the current study was to evaluate the effectiveness of using acupressure in Pericardium 6 (Neiguan) acu-point in managing chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting. ⋯ Results highlight the important role of safe and convenient non-pharmacological complementary therapies, such as acupressure, in the management of the complex symptoms of chemotherapy-related nausea and vomiting.
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Complement Ther Med · Mar 2004
Randomized Controlled Trial Comparative Study Clinical TrialAcupuncture for low back pain: traditional diagnosis and treatment of 148 patients in a clinical trial.
To assess patterns of diagnosis, including concordance, and treatment within a clinical trial of traditional acupuncture for low back pain. ⋯ Diagnostic concordance among practitioners was reasonable, and clear themes emerged for treatment. Further research is required to develop a flexible trial protocol with scope for individualised treatment.