Complementary therapies in medicine
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Complement Ther Med · Jan 2020
Russian Federation medical student knowledge, attitudes and beliefs toward medical cannabis.
To assess medical student knowledge, attitudes and beliefs about cannabis use for medical conditions in Russia where it is prohibited. ⋯ This study is the first in Russia to examine medical students' knowledge, attitudes and beliefs toward MC. Results evidence the majority of survey respondents do not support cannabis legalization for any purpose - medical or recreational. They report a dearth of knowledge about the substance and recommend additional evidence-based research and education to enhance their knowledge about its use. The present study has value in terms of providing usable information for possible curriculum development and education purposes as well as policy change about cannabis use for medical conditions in Russia.
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Complement Ther Med · Jan 2020
Randomized Controlled TrialThe effect of foot reflexology on constipation and quality of life in patients with multiple sclerosis. A randomized controlled trial.
Constipation is a major problem in most patients with multiple sclerosis (MS). The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of foot reflexology on constipation and quality of life in patients with MS. ⋯ The results of this study showed that foot reflexology, as an effective intervention can be useful in management of constipation in patients with MS. Therefore, this intervention can be applied as a safe method for the decrease of constipation in MS patients.
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Complement Ther Med · Dec 2019
Meta AnalysisClinical effectiveness of Tui Na for insomnia compared with estazolam: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.
The purpose of this systematic review (SR) is to evaluate the effectiveness and safety of Tui Na therapy for insomnia. ⋯ Tui Na therapy appeared to be superior to estazolam therapy in treating areas(head; abdomen), while there was no significant difference between Tui Na therapy and estazolam therapy in treating areas(head and trunk; head, trunk and extremities). No serious adverse event was reported in Tui Na therapy. However the methodological quality and evidence quality were not satisfied. Therefore we could not make a convincing conclusion on the effectiveness and safety of Tui Na therapy for insomnia. Practitioners should combine their experience, evidence of our review and patients' preferences to make a proper treatment. And more high quality RCTs and well-designed protocols of Tui Na therapy for insomnia are needed in the future.
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Complement Ther Med · Dec 2019
Meta AnalysisA systematic review and meta-analysis on the efficacy and safety of traditional Chinese patent medicine Jinqi Jiangtang Tablet in the treatment of type 2 diabetes.
At present, a large number of people in the world are suffering from type 2 diabetes (T2DM), so it is urgent to develop effective treatment measures of T2DM. In China, many clinical studies have shown that Jinqi Jiangtang Tablet (JQJTT), a traditional Chinese patent medicine (TCPM), has a good effect in the treatment of T2DM. This systematic review and meta-analysis is intended to assess the efficacy and safety of JQJTT plus conventional therapy in the treatment of T2DM. ⋯ The available evidence indicates that JQJTT combined with conventional therapy for treating T2DM has a good performance in regulating glycolipid metabolism and improving insulin resistance. However, due to the limitations of this systematic review, the results should be interpreted with caution.
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Complement Ther Med · Dec 2019
ReviewCognitive interventions for mild cognitive impairment and dementia: An overview of systematic reviews.
Conducting an overview of systematic reviews (SRs)/Meta analyses (MAs) to assess the effectiveness of cognitive interventions on participants with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) or dementia and evaluate the methodological quality of SRs/MAs. ⋯ The present SRs/MAs indicated that persons with MCI or dementia could benefit from cognitive interventions. Future trial designs should focus on measuring changes in individual specific cognitive functions. More high-quality evidence is needed to further determine the effectiveness of cognitive interventions.