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How effective is traditional chinese medicine for treating osteoporosis in the elderly?

In 2012, a groundbreaking study highlights the potential of acupuncture and Tuina therapy in addressing senile osteoporosis associated with kidney deficiency. The research, conducted by Tong Wang and colleagues, explored the biomechanical impacts of these traditional therapies and compared their efficacy to conventional calcium carbonate treatment. Osteoporosis, a prevalent concern among the elderly, often leads to significant morbidity due to fractures and skeletal deformities. The … Continue reading How effective is traditional chinese medicine for treating osteoporosis in the elderly?

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How effective are non-aerobic exercises for cognitive health in Alzheimer’s patients?

In 2011, a pilot study conducted by researchers have found that non-aerobic movement-based activities can significantly improve certain cognitive functions in patients with Alzheimer’s type dementia (AD). Conducted by Lidia Yágüez, Kendra N. Shaw, Robin Morris, and David Matthews, the study aimed to explore the effects of movement-based exercises on cognition in individuals diagnosed with AD. The study involved 27 patients who met the ICD-10 … Continue reading How effective are non-aerobic exercises for cognitive health in Alzheimer’s patients?

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Do Low-strength static magnets match CranioSacral therapy in migraine credibility?

In 2011, a study examining complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) treatments for migraine headaches, researchers faced the challenge of developing credible control groups. Led by Peter Curtis and colleagues, the study aimed to assess the perceived credibility and expectancy of an attention-control intervention, specifically low-strength static magnet (LSSM) therapy, compared to CranioSacral therapy (CST). Published in a two-arm randomized controlled trial format, the study involved … Continue reading Do Low-strength static magnets match CranioSacral therapy in migraine credibility?

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Does Jingjin therapy offer a non-medical solution to migraine management? A comparative analysis

In 2006, a study by Jin-jun Huang, et. al., the efficacy of Jingjin therapy in treating migraine was investigated, aiming to explore a non-medical approach for managing this debilitating condition. The study involved 100 migraine patients randomly allocated into two groups: an observation group and a control group, with 50 participants each. The observation group received Jingjin therapy, while the control group was administered oral … Continue reading Does Jingjin therapy offer a non-medical solution to migraine management? A comparative analysis

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Can acupuncture alleviate painful shoulders? Unveiling a rigorous protocol in a randomized controlled trial

This article outlines the meticulous process of formulating a methodologically robust protocol aimed at evaluating the effectiveness of acupuncture in addressing painful shoulder conditions. In 2000, Romoli, et. al., based in a northern Italian hospital, presents the questions and considerations that guided the development of their randomized controlled trial (RCT), which includes three distinct intervention groups, one of which serves as a control. The study … Continue reading Can acupuncture alleviate painful shoulders? Unveiling a rigorous protocol in a randomized controlled trial

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