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Analysis on Current State of Acupuncture Clinical Trials with Sham Acupuncture Design in Western Countries

open access: yes针刺研究, 2015
The design of"sham acupuncture"is necessary in clinical trials of acupuncture for confirming its effectiveness in the treatment of different disorders.The authors of the present paper made a comprehensive analysis on"sham acupuncture"or"placebo ...
HE Wei   +5 more
doaj   +2 more sources

Triggering of Koebner Phenomenon by Picosecond Laser in a Psoriatic Patient: Clinical and Immunopathologic Insights

open access: yesLasers in Surgery and Medicine, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Objectives To report the first case of Koebner phenomenon induced by picosecond laser treatment in a patient with psoriasis. We analyzed the clinical and histopathological features and discussed the possible mechanism by which the laser's photomechanical effect triggered the reaction.
Teppei Sakai, Koya Sonoda, Jun Omatsu
wiley   +1 more source

Therapeutic effects of acupuncture therapy for kidney function and common symptoms in patients with chronic kidney disease: a systematic review and meta-analysis

open access: yesRenal Failure
Purpose The number of clinical reports of acupuncture therapy in chronic kidney disease (CKD) is gradually increasing. This systematic review and meta-analysis aim to examine the therapeutic role of acupuncture therapy in kidney function and common ...
Shan Liu   +5 more
doaj   +1 more source

Exercise and Motor Complications in Parkinson's Disease: A Systematic Review and Meta‐Analysis

open access: yesMovement Disorders Clinical Practice, EarlyView.
Abstract Background Levodopa remains the most effective pharmacological treatment for Parkinson's disease (PD), but long‐term use commonly leads to motor complications such as levodopa‐induced dyskinesia (LID) and motor fluctuations, significantly contributing to disability. Exercise is well‐established for improving motor and non‐motor symptoms in PD;
Priscila Nóbrega‐Sousa   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

Utility of Pelvic Floor Therapy and Behavioral Interventions in the Neurogenic Lower Urinary Tract Dysfunction (NLUTD) Population

open access: yesNeurourology and Urodynamics, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Aims Neurogenic lower urinary tract dysfunction (NLUTD) describes a wide range of symptoms depending on neurologic diagnosis and the resulting bladder and sphincter dysfunction. This narrative review is designed to address the question regarding which NLUTD population benefits most from pelvic floor therapy and behavioral interventions, and ...
Sara M. Lenherr
wiley   +1 more source

Urinary Incontinence and Risk of All‐Cause Mortality: A Systematic Review and Meta‐Analysis of Observational Studies

open access: yesNeurourology and Urodynamics, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Aims Urinary incontinence (UI) is a prevalent condition among adults and imposes a substantial societal burden, yet its association with all‐cause mortality remains uncertain. This study systematically reviewed and quantified the association between UI and mortality risk.
Yanyan Zhou   +6 more
wiley   +1 more source

The Benefits of Adding Non‐Antimuscarinic Pharmaceuticals in Combination With Beta‐3 Agonists for Overactive Bladder Treatment: A Systematic Review

open access: yesNeurourology and Urodynamics, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Introduction Antimuscarinics, as the current first‐line pharmacologic therapies for overactive bladder, exhibit low patient adherence and high rates of reported side effects. As a modern alternative pharmaceutical treatment, beta‐3 agonists, which relax the urinary bladder, may be more tolerable for patients, increasing adherence and ...
Felicity Smith   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source

Noninvasive or minimally invasive neuromodulation in animal models of acute ischemic stroke: A systematic review and meta‐analysis

open access: yesNeuroprotection, EarlyView.
This systematic review and meta‐analysis assessed the cytoprotective effects of neuromodulation in preclinical models of ischemic stroke. Pooled analyses showed that neuromodulation significantly reduced infarct volume and improved neurological outcomes.
Igor Caitano Salles   +7 more
wiley   +1 more source

Nonpharmacologic Therapy for Pediatric Posttonsillectomy Pain: A Systematic Review

open access: yesOtolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, EarlyView.
Abstract Objective To understand efficacies of nonpharmacologic therapy for pediatric posttonsillectomy pain. Data Sources CINAHL, Cochrane Library, PubMed, and Scopus. Review Methods Studies on nonpharmacologic interventions for pediatric posttonsillectomy pain were included in this systematic review.
Justina T. Sargios   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

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