The effectiveness of olfactory training for chronic olfactory disorder following COVID-19: a systematic review [PDF]
Frontiers in Human NeuroscienceBackgroundChronic olfactory disorders are some of the most frequent post-COVID-19 presentations. Olfactory training (OT) is currently the most popular method used for treating post-viral olfactory dysfunction (PVOD).
Natalia Treder-Rochna +3 more
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Therapeutic effects of olfactory training and systemic vitamin A in patients with COVID-19-related olfactory dysfunction: a double-blinded randomized controlled clinical trial [PDF]
Brazilian Journal of OtorhinolaryngologyObjectives: The new corona virus infection, has a wide range of clinical manifestations. Fever and cough are the most common symptoms. The olfactory function may be also affected with COVID-19. In this randomized clinical trial, we wanted to evaluate the
Abolfazl Taheri +5 more
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Comparison between olfactory training and curcumin therapy in improving olfactory dysfunction in patients with chronic kidney disease [PDF]
Heliyon, 2023 Objective: Olfactory dysfunction can be seen in chronic kidney disease (CKD) patients. We aimed to investigate the effects of olfactory training and curcumin on olfactory dysfunction in CKD patients and compare their impact with a placebo.
Leila Malekmakan +5 more
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Altered Grey Matter-Brain Healthcare Quotient: Interventions of Olfactory Training and Learning of Neuroplasticity [PDF]
Life, 2023 Recent studies revealed that grey matter (GM) changes due to various training and learning experiences, using magnetic resonance imaging. In this study, we investigate the effect of psychological characteristics and attitudes toward training and learning
Keita Watanabe +2 more
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Alpha-lipoic acid does not improve olfactory training results in olfactory loss due to COVID-19: a double-blind randomized trial [PDF]
Brazilian Journal of Otorhinolaryngology, 2023 Objectives: Olfactory loss is a recognized long-term dysfunction after Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) infection. This investigation aimed to assess the effect of alpha-lipoic acid as an adjuvant treatment of olfactory training on the improvement of ...
Lorena Pinheiro Figueiredo +4 more
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Olfactory training reduces pain sensitivity in children and adolescents with primary headaches [PDF]
Frontiers in Pain Research, 2023 ObjectiveHeadache prevalence among children and adolescents has increased over the last few years. Evidence-based treatment options for pediatric headaches remain limited. Research suggests a positive influence of odors on pain and mood.
Gudrun Gossrau +8 more
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Practical Review of Olfactory Training and COVID-19 [PDF]
Journal of Rhinology, 2022 Olfactory disorders one of the most frequent distinctive symptoms of COVID-19 infection. COVID-19-induced olfactory disorder can be classified as post-infectious olfactory dysfunction (PIOD).
Se Hwan Hwang +4 more
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Olfactory Training for Post-COVID-19 Olfactory Dysfunction: A Meta-Analysis of Efficacy and Combination Therapies. [PDF]
J Clin MedBackground/Objectives: This systematic review and meta-analysis evaluated the effectiveness of olfactory training (OT) using standardized protocols in patients with post-COVID-19 olfactory dysfunction.
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Steroids and Olfactory Training for Postviral Olfactory Dysfunction: A Systematic Review
Frontiers in Neuroscience, 2021 Background: Postviral olfactory dysfunction (PVOD) is a clinical challenge due to limited therapeutic options and poor prognosis. Both steroids and olfactory training have been proved to be effective for olfactory dysfunction with varied etiologies.
Fan Yuan +4 more
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Olfactory Dysfunction following COVID-19 and the Potential Benefits of Olfactory Training. [PDF]
J Clin Med, 2023 COVID-19 is associated with a common symptom of olfactory dysfunction, which may persist even after the infection is resolved. Olfactory training (OT) has emerged as the most effective intervention for post-viral olfactory dysfunction.
Alarfaj AA +5 more
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