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Abstract 228: Assessing Knowledge, Perceptions, and Cultural Attitudes Towards Stroke in Elderly Korean-Americans: The Strengthening Our Korean Elders Through Community-Partnered Education (STROKE-COPE) Project Poster Session II
Conclusions: Elderly Korean-Americans have substantial risk for stroke, but possess both language and belief barriers that may interfere with stroke prevention and response. A stroke education curriculum tailored for elderly Korean-Americans must address these culturally specific beliefs to be effective.
Source: Circulation: Cardiovascular Quality and Outcomes - May 15, 2013 Category: Cardiology Authors: Song, S., Son, J. B., Park, H., Park, H., Community Advisory Panel, T. S.-C., Ryan, G., Vickrey, B. Tags: Poster Session II Source Type: research

Characteristics of traditional Chinese medicine usage in patients with stroke in Taiwan: A nationwide population-based study
Conclusion Adjunctive TCM use may reduce the risk of mortality rate among stroke patients. Bu-yang-huan-wu-tang and Dan-shen are the most common prescribed Chinese herbal formula and single herb for stroke patients, respectively. Future study investigating the anti-inflammatory and neuroprotective efficacy of Bu-yang-huan-wu-tang and Dan-shen in stroke is warranted. Graphical abstract
Source: Journal of Ethnopharmacology - April 22, 2016 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Source Type: research

The structure, processes, and outcomes of stroke rehabilitation in Ghana: A study protocol
ConclusionThe study protocol will provide a comprehensive overview of the structure, process, and outcomes of stroke rehabilitation in Ghana, incorporating both conventional and complementary treatment and rehabilitation into the stroke recovery journey. It will also inform clinical practice, with new insights on the experiences of stroke patients based on their choice of rehabilitation pathway.
Source: Frontiers in Neurology - August 24, 2022 Category: Neurology Source Type: research

Traditional Chinese Medicine for Post-stroke Sleep Disorders: The Evidence Mapping of Clinical Studies
ConclusionsPSSDs treated with TCM have been widely assessed in clinical studies. For better evidence translation, clinical trials on specific CHM interventions and high-quality systematic reviews on acupuncture for post-stroke insomnia should be conducted. For a better solution to clinical questions, TCM on SBDs after stroke and the benefits of Chinese mind-body exercises for post-stroke insomnia should be explored in future clinical studies.
Source: Frontiers in Psychiatry - June 15, 2022 Category: Psychiatry Source Type: research

Comparative Effectiveness of Different Combinations of Treatment Interventions in Patients with Stroke at the Convalescence Stage Based on the Markov Decision Process.
Conclusions: The MDP makes it possible to study the effectiveness of various treatment methods in stroke patients who are at the convalescence stage. Further exploratory studies using MDP theory in other areas in which complex interventions are common would be worthwhile. PMID: 32454873 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine - May 27, 2020 Category: Complementary Medicine Tags: Evid Based Complement Alternat Med Source Type: research

Efficacy of the Oriental herbal medicine, Jie Yu Dan, for alleviating post-stroke aphasia: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized clinical trials
ConclusionsJYD might improve the efficacy of conventional therapy and/or acupuncture for treating post-stroke aphasia in consideration of the quality of RCTs included. However, larger and highly controlled RCTs are needed to confirm the results.
Source: European Journal of Integrative Medicine - October 29, 2018 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research

Effect of acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine on subacute stroke outcomes: a single-centre randomised controlled trial.
CONCLUSION: This trial, evaluating a treatment protocol commonly used in clinical practice, demonstrates that comprehensive rehabilitation including acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine may comprehensively improve subacute stroke outcomes. TRIAL REGISTRATION NUMBER: ChiCTR-TRC-12001972. PMID: 29127079 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: Acupuncture in Medicine : journal of the British Medical Acupuncture Society - November 10, 2017 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: Fang J, Keeler CL, Chen L, Ma R, Wang C, Xu S Tags: Acupunct Med Source Type: research

Integrative medicine for subacute stroke rehabilitation: a study protocol for a multicentre, randomised, controlled trial
Introduction Many patients with stroke receive integrative medicine in China, which includes the basic treatment of Western medicine and routine rehabilitation, in conjunction with acupuncture and Chinese medicine. The question of whether integrative medicine is efficacious for stroke rehabilitation is still controversial and very little research currently exists on the integrated approach for this condition. Consequently, we will conduct a multicentre, randomised, controlled, assessor-blinded clinical trial to assess the effectiveness of integrative medicine on stroke rehabilitation. Methods and analysis 360 participants...
Source: BMJ Open - December 4, 2014 Category: Journals (General) Authors: Fang, J., Chen, L., Chen, L., Wang, C., Keeler, C. L., Ma, R., Xu, S., Shen, L., Bao, Y., Ji, C. Tags: Open access, Complementary medicine Protocol Source Type: research

Warm needling on the four knee acupoints combined with Chinese herb in the treatment of knee pain after stroke
Conclusion Additional treatment of warm needling on the four knee acupoints on the basis of Chinese herb can enhance the clinical efficacy in treatment of knee pain after stroke, contribute to the rapid recovery of knee function and improve the life quality of stroke patients.
Source: World Journal of Acupuncture Moxibustion - March 28, 2016 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research

An Investigation of the Use of Traditional Chinese Medicine and Complementary and Alternative Medicine in Stroke Patients
This study aimed to investigate the use of traditional Chinese medicine and complementary and alternative medicine in stroke patients in Taiwan. Chinese herbal medicine, massage, acupuncture, natural products, and exercise were widely used among stroke patients. Integrating safe and effective traditional Chinese medicine and complementary and alternative medicine into conventional therapies is suggested.
Source: Holistic Nursing Practice - October 19, 2017 Category: Nursing Tags: Features Source Type: research

Retraction: Effect of acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine on subacute stroke outcomes: a single center randomized controlled trial.
Authors: PMID: 29453270 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: Acupuncture in Medicine : journal of the British Medical Acupuncture Society - February 16, 2018 Category: Complementary Medicine Tags: Acupunct Med Source Type: research

Standardization of rehabilitation program for post-apoplectic limb spasm treated by Tongjing Tiaoxing tuina and scalp acupuncture with physical therapy
Discussion: The Randomized Controlled Trial (RCT) mainly aim to evaluate the effectiveness and safety of traditional Chinese medicine rehabilitation program, by comparing the treatment of ZSTX with the PT for the treatment of limb spasm after stroke. Trial registration: Chinese Clinical Trial Registry: ChiCTR 1900024255. Registered on July 3, 2019.
Source: Medicine - May 1, 2020 Category: Internal Medicine Tags: Research Article: Study Protocol Clinical Trial Source Type: research

The efficacy of Chinese herbal medicine Buyang Huanwu Decoction combined with acupuncture to treat sequela of apoplexy: A protocol for systematic review and meta-analysis
Conclusion: Buyang Huanwu Decoction combined with acupuncture seems to be an effective therapy to ameliorate the clinical symptoms of stroke sequelae. In order to further determine the effectiveness and safety of Buyang Huanwu Decoction combined with acupuncture in treating stroke sequelae, more multicenter and prospective randomized controlled trials must be carried out.
Source: Medicine - November 5, 2021 Category: Internal Medicine Tags: Research Article: Study Protocol Systematic Review Source Type: research

Becoming A Hosehead: Sleeping My Way To Better Health
CPAP machines are in the news this month after the New England Journal of Medicine released a study casting doubt on their effectiveness in preventing heart problems. See here for an explanation of the study and a summary of reasons why it is likely not accurate. Regardless of that study, let me tell you why I have become an unexpected missionary for the wonders of the CPAP. For the past year, I've been wrestling with a diagnosis of sleep apnea. What have I learned, even while kicking, screaming and denying, through the entire testing and education process? That it is a real thing, that I really do have it, and that I fee...
Source: Healthy Living - The Huffington Post - September 7, 2016 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news

Integrative treatment modalities for stoke victims in Korea.
CONCLUSION: Based on our field experiences, we believe it is worthwhile to continue efforts to integrate complementary and alternative medicine and Western medicine. PMID: 24439643 [PubMed - in process]
Source: Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practice - January 24, 2014 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: Park SU, Cho SY, Park JM, Ko CN, Park HJ, Lauren Walls B, Cotter AC, Park JJ Tags: Complement Ther Clin Pract Source Type: research