Controversial conclusions from two randomized controlled trials for acupuncture’s effects on polycystic ovary syndrome or in vitro fertilization support
Publication date: Available online 21 January 2020Source: Journal of Integrative MedicineAuthor(s): Sherman Gu, Arthur Yin FanAbstractTwo reports of trials investigating the potential effect of acupuncture in increasing live birth rate (LBR) in women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) or those undergoing in vitro fertilization (IVF) were published by Journal of American Medical Association in 2017 and 2018 respectively. The trial investigators did not recommend acupuncture for the women with PCOS or IVF based on their findings. This paper raises the concern that the findings that acupuncture did not increase LBR for wom...
Source: Journal of Integrative Medicine - January 22, 2020 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research
Extract of Naotaifang, a compound Chinese herbal medicine, protects neuron ferroptosis induced by acute cerebral ischemia in rats
ConclusionTaken together, our data suggest that acute cerebral ischemia induces neuronal ferroptosis and the effects of treating MCAO rats with NTE involved inhibition of ferroptosis through the TFR1/DMT1 and SCL7A11/GPX4 pathways. (Source: Journal of Integrative Medicine)
Source: Journal of Integrative Medicine - January 22, 2020 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research
Women’s preconception health patterns in traditional Chinese medicine as a predictor of fertility outcomes
ConclusionThree unhealthy TCM patterns during the preconception period might be risk factors for low fecundity or poor pregnancy outcomes. The TCM preconception pattern identification may provide a convenient and effective way to screen for potential pregnancy risks beyond the NFPC. Further, appropriate interventions based on the TCM preconception health patterns are needed to improve quality in women’s fecundability and birth outcomes. (Source: Journal of Integrative Medicine)
Source: Journal of Integrative Medicine - January 22, 2020 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research
Berberine for prevention of dementia associated with diabetes and its comorbidities: A systematic review
ConclusionBerberine could impede the development of dementia via multiple mechanisms: preventing brain damages and enhancing cognition directly in the brain, and indirectly through alleviating risk factors such as metabolic dysfunction, and cardiovascular, kidney and liver diseases. This study provided evidence to support the value of berberine in the prevention of dementia associated with MetS. (Source: Journal of Integrative Medicine)
Source: Journal of Integrative Medicine - January 17, 2020 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research
Shelf-lives of drugs in Unani system of medicine: a conceptual review
Publication date: Available online 13 January 2020Source: Journal of Integrative MedicineAuthor(s): Ameena Yasmeen, Ghulamuddin Sofi, Kaleemullah KhanAbstractIn an era of globalization and increased global demand for herbal medicines, it is essential to ensure the quality and consistency of drugs. Changes in the quality of an herbal product over time should be detectable. The assessments of chemical quality and therapeutic efficacy of herbal drugs are necessary to establish their shelf-lives. Thus, stability testing is needed to establish standards for herbal products. Unani medicine has its own conceptual framework for st...
Source: Journal of Integrative Medicine - January 14, 2020 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research
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Publication date: January 2020Source: Journal of Integrative Medicine, Volume 18, Issue 1Author(s): (Source: Journal of Integrative Medicine)
Source: Journal of Integrative Medicine - January 9, 2020 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research
Effects of plant-derived analgesic compounds sinomenine and salvinorin A in infant rats
ConclusionThe increased modest effectiveness of sinomenine in older animals and the minimum salvinorin A drug effect suggest that the compounds act on sites that develop during the preweaning period (sinomenine) or after weaning (salvinorin A). (Source: Journal of Integrative Medicine)
Source: Journal of Integrative Medicine - January 9, 2020 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research
Nigerian antimalarial plants and their anticancer potential: a review
Publication date: Available online 3 January 2020Source: Journal of Integrative MedicineAuthor(s): Kayode Ezekiel AdewoleAbstractCancer is a leading cause of death globally, while malaria is the leading cause of death from parasitic diseases in Nigeria. Historically, plant remedies have been used to manage both cancer and malaria. Interestingly, the possibility of treating cancer with antimalarial remedies has long been reported, even though the two diseases appear to have little in common. However, a body of research has indicated the potential anticancer activity of both synthetic and nature-derived antimalarials. In Nig...
Source: Journal of Integrative Medicine - January 4, 2020 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research
Traditional chinese medicine in the treatment of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis based on syndrome differentiation: study protocol of an exploratory trial
This study evaluates the efficacy and safety of TCM in the treatment of IPF.Methods and designA multicenter, exploratory, randomized, double-blind and placebo-controlled trial is planned. A total of 80 patients will be enrolled in the study, which will include 26 weeks of treatment. Participants will be randomly assigned into TCM group or control group in a 1:1 ratio. The TCM group will be given TCM granules based on syndrome differentiation. Formulae include Bu-Fei Yi-Qi granule for lung qi deficiency, Bu-Fei Yi-Shen granule for lung-kidney qi deficiency and Yang-Yin Qing-Re granule for yin deficiency and inner heat. The ...
Source: Journal of Integrative Medicine - December 28, 2019 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research
Current state of cancer patient care incorporating Thai traditional medicine in Thailand: A qualitative study
ConclusionTTM is an alternative treatment modality for patients with cancer and is supported by a national policy in Thailand. To increase accountability to patients and other practitioners, TTM treatments should be refined to rely on scientific principles and practitioners of TTM should receive academic training. Practical treatment guidelines need to be established and thoroughly disseminated to TTM practitioners.Please cite this article as: Nootim P, Kapol N, Bunchuailua W, Poompruek P, Tungsukruthai P. Current state of cancer patient care incorporating Thai traditional medicine in Thailand: A qualitative study. J Integ...
Source: Journal of Integrative Medicine - December 15, 2019 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research
Mechanisms underlying the vascular relaxation activities of Zingiber officinale var. rubrum in thoracic aorta of spontaneously hypertensive rats
ConclusionThis study demonstrates that ZOP may exert an antihypertensive effect in the SHR model. Its possible vascular relaxation mechanisms involve nitric oxide and prostacyclin release, activation of cGMP-KATP channels, stimulation of muscarinic receptors, and transmembrane calcium channel or Ca2+ release from intracellular stores. Possible active compounds that contribute to the vasorelaxant effects are 6-gingerol, 8-gingerol and 6-shogaol. (Source: Journal of Integrative Medicine)
Source: Journal of Integrative Medicine - December 15, 2019 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research
A case-based approach to integrative medicine for cardiovascular disease prevention
Publication date: Available online 14 December 2019Source: Journal of Integrative MedicineAuthor(s): Brody Slostad, Tejinder Khalsa, Kathleen Young, Hildalicia Guerra, Anjali BhagraAbstractCardiovascular disease is commonly encountered in the adult population and has large impacts on morbidity and mortality. The ever-expanding evidence base for the use of integrative medicine in cardiology necessitates providers caring for patients with cardiovascular disease to be familiar with these therapies. However, providers may find it difficult to adequately discuss these therapies in an average office visit. Through a case-based, ...
Source: Journal of Integrative Medicine - December 15, 2019 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research
Effects of Citrullus colocynthis L. in a rat model of diabetic neuropathy
ConclusionThe present study showed that C. colocynthis fruit, through its antioxidant and hypoglycemic activities, has a positive effect in the treatment of diabetic neuropathy. (Source: Journal of Integrative Medicine)
Source: Journal of Integrative Medicine - December 6, 2019 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research
Effects of the use of bioceramic wraps in patients with lower limb venous ulcers: a randomized double-blind placebo-controlled trial
ConclusioncFIR clinically improved ulcer healing in patients with lower limb venous ulcers. (Source: Journal of Integrative Medicine)
Source: Journal of Integrative Medicine - November 28, 2019 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research
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Publication date: November 2019Source: Journal of Integrative Medicine, Volume 17, Issue 6Author(s): (Source: Journal of Integrative Medicine)
Source: Journal of Integrative Medicine - November 23, 2019 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research
