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Publication and outcome reporting of homeopathy trials registered in ClinicalTrials.gov
ConclusionsOf all homeopathy trials registered in ClinicalTrials.gov, only 46% appear to have published within 2  years of completion, of which a quarter altered their primary endpoint. Further research is warranted on the nature and reasons for non‐publication.
Source: Focus on Alternative and Complementary Therapies - March 17, 2021 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: Elizabeth T Thomas, Justin Clark, Paul Glasziou Tags: Original Article Source Type: research

A Qualitative Investigation of Provers' Experiences of Participation in Homeopathic Pathogenetic Trials.
CONCLUSION:  Former provers who participated in this study reported enthusiasm for, and trust in, the proving process. However, some also reported adverse events, which varied in intensity and duration. The process of gaining fully informed consent for participation in an HPT is complex and there were examples of both failure and inadequacy in terms of informed consent and support mechanisms. RECOMMENDATIONS:  The researchers recommend that HPTs are subject to ethical approval processes and that consent is fully informed and ongoing. It is also recommended that appropriate and robust support mechanisms be develope...
Source: Homeopathy - February 11, 2020 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: Dymitr Z, Partington H, Duckworth J Tags: Homeopathy Source Type: research

Naturopathy in Australia: Where are we now? Where are we heading?
Abstract Naturopathy is the general practice of natural therapies. It emphasizes prevention, treatment, and promotion of optimal health through therapeutic modalities which encourage the self-healing process of the body. Formalized in the 19th century by the hydrotherapy and nature cure movement in Austria and Germany, naturopathy was introduced to Australia at the turn of the 20th century. It became popular since the 1970s due to social and cultural change characterized by the post-modern philosophy, as well as government policies highlighting individual responsibility and freedom of choice. Naturopathy is one of...
Source: Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practice - November 1, 2018 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: Ooi SL, McLean L, Pak SC Tags: Complement Ther Clin Pract Source Type: research

Veterinary homeopathy: a defence
The International Association for Veterinary Homeopathy (IAVH) is disappointed with how our colleagues try to influence the position of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons in relation to homeopathy.1, 2 The many errors and omissions in this paper suggests to the authors that it was not reviewed by anyone qualified in veterinary homeopathy. Remarkably, the authors’ critical approach is mainly based on theoretical arguments on why homeopathy cannot possibly work. We recognise this approach but believe it to be based on the a priori perceived implausibility of any conceivable mechanism of action, also called plausi...
Source: Veterinary Record - October 26, 2017 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: De Beukelaer, E., Renoux, H., Nicolai, T., Tournier, A. Tags: Letters and notices Source Type: research

Publication and outcome reporting of homeopathy trials registered in ClinicalTrials.gov
ConclusionsOf all homeopathy trials registered in ClinicalTrials.gov, only 46% appear to have published within 2  years of completion, of which a quarter altered their primary endpoint. Further research is warranted on the nature and reasons for non‐publication.
Source: Focus on Alternative and Complementary Therapies - April 23, 2017 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: Elizabeth T Thomas, Justin Clark, Paul Glasziou Tags: Original Article Source Type: research