Complementary Therapies in Medicine

Papers
(The TQCC of Complementary Therapies in Medicine is 7. The table below lists those papers that are above that threshold based on CrossRef citation counts [max. 250 papers]. The publications cover those that have been published in the past four years, i.e., from 2021-09-01 to 2025-09-01.)
ArticleCitations
Letter to Editor on "A randomized, controlled, blinded, parallel-group, clinical trial to study the role of Ayurcov (AyurCoro3), a one-day regimen as an adjuvant therapy for COVID-19 disease managemen106
Food as medicine: Health professionals promoting victory gardens in light of climate crisis74
Evidence mapping and quality assessment of systematic reviews on exercise intervention for Alzheimer’s disease56
Editorial Special issue “sleep”47
Changing roles of the corresponding author – Consequences for the accessibility of medical information37
Dietary protein intake and prostate cancer risk in adults: A systematic review and dose-response meta-analysis of prospective cohort studies36
Efficacy of melatonin as adjunctive therapy for sepsis: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials36
A cross-sectional survey of self-medication with Traditional Chinese Medicine for treatment and prevention of COVID-1933
Effects of different mind-body exercises on pain in patients with knee osteoarthritis: A pairwise, network, and dose-response meta-analysis33
Pilot study of telehealth delivery of horticultural therapy (TeleHT) as an acceptable intervention and in reducing suicide risk factors in veterans32
Phytotherapy in paediatric skin disorders – A systematic literature review31
Curcumin as adjuvant treatment in patients with non-alcoholic fatty liver (NAFLD) disease: A systematic review and meta-analysis30
Systematic review and meta-analyses on the effects of whole-body vibration on bone health30
Effects of Mawangdui exercise intervention on the pulmonary function, physical fitness and quality of life in stable chronic obstructive pulmonary disease patients: A randomised controlled trial29
Efficacy and safety of acupuncture for the treatment of insomnia in breast cancer patients: A systematic review and meta-analysis28
Motor learning-based clinical pilates training for the Parkinson’s disease rehabilitation @Parkinsonpilates: A parallel group, randomised controlled trial with 3-month follow-up28
The efficacy of high- and low-dose curcumin in knee osteoarthritis: A systematic review and meta-analysis26
Systematic reviews and meta-analyses in Homeopathy: Recommendations for summarising evidence from homeopathic intervention studies (Sum-HomIS recommendations)25
Letter to the Editor in response to the August 6, 2022, Editorial by Kathi J Kemper - Food as medicine: Health professionals promoting victory gardens in light of climate crisis25
Transcutaneous electrical acupoint stimulation to prevent dizziness after microvascular decompression for hemifacial spasm: A randomized controlled trial24
Comparative efficacy of seven Chinese patent medicines for early diabetic kidney disease: A Bayesian network meta-analysis24
Effects of acupoint application therapy combined with chinese herbal medicine on perimenopausal syndrome: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trails24
A dietary intervention for postmenopausal hot flashes: A potential role of gut microbiome. An exploratory analysis23
Virtual reality intervention as a support method during wound care and rehabilitation after burns: A systematic review and meta-analysis22
Global research trends of sham acupuncture: A bibliometric analysis22
A naturopathic treatment approach for mild and moderate COVID-19: A retrospective chart review21
Bitter ginger (Zingiber zerumbet) for patients with solid tumors with no treatment options: A pilot clinical study20
Treatment of infant colic with craniosacral therapy. A randomized controlled trial20
Effects of Press Needling combined with general anesthesia on postoperative analgesia in thoracoscopic pulmonary resection for lung cancer: A randomized, single-blind, controlled trial20
Academic-industry partnership advancing cannabis science: A Complementary Care Practice-Based Research Network20
Clinical evidence for acupuncture for adult asthma: Systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised sham/placebo-controlled trials20
Acupuncture for nausea and vomiting during pregnancy: A systematic review and meta-analysis20
Editorial: Time to treat the climate and nature crisis as one indivisible global health emergency18
Perspectives of Complementary and Alternative Medicine use by cancer patients in a regional hospital in North Queensland, Australia18
The effect of music therapy on anxiety and pain in patients undergoing prostate biopsy: A systematic review and meta-analysis18
Folate as adjunct therapy to SSRI/SNRI for major depressive disorder: Systematic review & meta-analysis18
Interventions used in control group against cupping therapy for chronic nonspecific low back pain: A systematic review and network meta-analysis18
Pediatric Tuina for the treatment of functional dyspepsia: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials17
Acupuncture as an adjunctive therapy for gastric ulcer: A modified Delphi consensus study16
Rest is essential for effective therapies, and so it is for preparing a manuscript16
Acupuncture improves neurological function and anti-inflammatory effect in patients with acute ischemic stroke: A double-blinded randomized controlled trial16
A systematic review of the effect of lavender on cancer complications16
Letter to Editor on “The efficacy and safety of Baduanjin exercise as complementary therapy for pain reduction and functional improvement in knee osteoarthritis: A meta-analysis of randomized controll15
The impact of aromatherapy with Citrus bergamia- Lavandula angustifolia essential oil and/or mindfulness-based therapy on postmenopausal health: A factorial randomized controlled trial15
Effects of health qigong on sleep quality: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials15
Acupuncture at Sifeng (EX-UE 10) for pediatric anorexia: A systematic review and meta-analysis14
Research on effectiveness and safety of herbal compounds and dietary supplements14
Reporting quality of acupuncture overviews: A methodological investigation based on the PRIOR statement14
Effect of shenmai injection on anthracycline-induced cardiotoxicity: A systematic review and meta-analysis14
Trends and characteristics of Tai Chi and Qi Gong use among U.S. adults: Results from the 2007–2017 National Health Interview Survey14
Music therapy in hemodialysis patients: Systematic review and meta-analysis13
Acupuncture-related therapy for cancer-related insomnia: An overview of systematic reviews and meta-analysis13
Assessment of anti-inflammatory efficacy of acupuncture in patients with inflammatory bowel disease: A systematic review and meta-analysis13
Vitamin D deficiency is Associated with Increased Risk of Delirium and Mortality among Critically Ill, Elderly Covid-19 Patients13
Association of autonomic function and brain activity with personality traits by paced breathing and su-soku practice: A three-way crossover study13
Aromatherapy blend of thyme, orange, clove bud, and frankincense boosts energy levels in post-COVID-19 female patients: A randomized, double-blinded, placebo controlled clinical trial13
The efficacy of acupuncture for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD): An overview of systematic reviews and meta-analyses13
Is Acupuncture a Viable Therapeutic Strategy for Degenerative Eye Diseases? A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis13
Chamomile: A systematic review of adverse events12
Patient–doctor interactions around alternative and complementary medicine in the context of oncology care in a Latin American country12
Effects of acupuncture on the signs and symptoms of people with rheumatic diseases: A scoping review12
The effects of jujube (Ziziphus jujube) on metabolic and mental health outcomes in patients with metabolic syndrome: A randomized controlled trial12
Acupuncture and moxibustion for endometriosis: A systematic review and analysis12
Nigella sativa for the treatment of COVID-19: An open-label randomized controlled clinical trial12
Effect of music intervention on dental anxiety and fear: A bibliometric analysis of RCTs from 2004 to 202412
Response to Letter to Editor on “Tuina versus physiotherapy or a combination of both for the management of chronic nonspecific low back pain: A randomized controlled trial”11
Letter to the editor regarding “Transcutaneous electrical acupoint stimulation to prevent dizziness after microvascular decompression for hemifacial spasm: A randomized controlled trial” by Yuantao Ho11
Acupuncture for functional dyspepsia: Bayesian meta-analysis11
Honey for managing oral mucositis induced by cancer therapies: An overview of systematic reviews11
A pilot observational study of recreational trail riding for Veterans with addictive disorders11
Evidence-based traditional medicine for transforming global health and well-being11
Cannabis use among patients with cutaneous lymphoma: A cross-sectional survey11
Baduanjin exercise for patients with breast cancer: A systematic review and meta-analysis10
Self-stretching exercises with kinesio taping for management of chronic nonspecific neck pain in taxi drivers: A single-blind, randomized controlled trial10
A systematic review and meta-analysis of almond effect on C-reactive protein and interleukin-6 in adults10
Anti-inflammatory effects of resveratrol in patients with cardiovascular disease: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials10
A feasibility study on indoor therapeutic horticulture to alleviate sleep and anxiety problems: The impact of plants and activity choice on its therapeutic effect10
Pilot study of Qigong/Tai Chi Easy acute effects of meditative movement, breath focus and “flow” on blood pressure, mood and oxytocin in older adults10
Effect of a polyphenol-rich dietary supplement containing Pinus massoniana bark extract on blood pressure in healthy adults: A parallel, randomized placebo-controlled trial10
Letter to the Editor on “Global research trends of sham acupuncture: A bibliometric analysis”9
A replication study of a psychotherapy incorporating horses resiliency intervention for healthcare workers9
Effects of dried okra extract on lipid profile, renal function and some RAGE-related inflammatory genes expression in patients with diabetic nephropathy: A randomized controlled trial9
Effects of black seed (Nigella sativa L.) on cardiometabolic indices in type 2 diabetic patients: A systematic review and meta-analysis of RCTs9
The effect of pelvic floor muscle training and perineal massage in late pregnancy on postpartum pelvic floor function in nulliparas: A randomised controlled clinical trial9
Retention, adherence, and acceptability testing of a digital health intervention in a 3-group randomized controlled trial for chronic musculoskeletal pain9
Relieving psychological stress and improving sleep quality by bergamot essential oil use before bedtime and upon awakening: A randomized crossover trial9
Oral probiotic supplementation to alleviate diarrhea induced by fluoropyrimidines or irinotecan-based chemotherapy: A systematic review and meta-analysis9
Acupuncture for the treatment of childhood anorexia: A systematic review and meta-analysis9
Pediatrics massage evidence map9
Influence of referent selection on balance in action observation: A randomized controlled trial8
Development and validation of Yoga Module for Anger Management in adolescents8
Effectiveness and safety of acupoint embedding therapy for treating intractable facial paralysis: A systematic review and meta-analysis8
Patients Receiving Integrative Medicine Effectiveness Registry (PRIMIER) of the BraveNet practice-based research network: Outcomes of the PRIMIER cohort8
Electromyography-biofeedback for chronic low back pain: A qualitative cohort study8
Complementary medicine use in US adults with hypertension: A nationally representative survey8
Corrigendum to “Reasons for complementary therapy use by cancer patients, information sources and communication with health professionals” [Complement Ther Med 44 (2019) 157–161]8
The beneficial effect of tart cherry on plasma levels of inflammatory mediators (not recovery after exercise): A systematic review and meta-analysis on randomized clinical trials8
Effects of almond intake on oxidative stress parameters: A systematic review and meta-analysis of clinical trials8
Biofield therapies: Guidelines for reporting clinical trials8
Slow breathing for reducing stress: The effect of extending exhale8
Exploring the Bob Ross effect: A psychophysiological investigation8
The effectiveness of high-dose intravenous vitamin C for patients with coronavirus disease 2019: A systematic review and meta-analysis8
Integrative medicine use in patients with cutaneous T-Cell lymphoma: A cross-sectional survey study8
Alternative medicine therapies in neurological disorders: Prevalence, reasons and associated factors. A systematic review7
Traditional chinese medicine injections with activating blood circulation, equivalent effect of anticoagulation or antiplatelet, for acute myocardial infarction: A systematic review and meta-analysis 7
Effects of acupuncture or similar needling therapy on pain, proprioception, balance, and self-reported function in individuals with chronic ankle instability: A systematic review and meta-analysis7
Comparison of mindfulness interventions for healthcare professionals: A mixed-methods study7
Exploration of quantitative-effectiveness association between acupuncture temporal parameters and stable chronic obstructive pulmonary disease: A systematic review and dose-response meta-analysis of r7
Impact of virtual reality with or without hypnosis before oocyte retrieval: A randomised study7
Do ginger footbaths improve symptoms of insomnia more than footbaths with warm water only? – A randomized controlled study7
The analgesic effectiveness of auriculotherapy for acute postoperative pain: A systematic review and meta-analysis7
Efficacy of probiotic supplements on Parkinson's disease: A systematic review and meta-analysis7
Administration of dietary antioxidants for patients with inflammatory bowel disease: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled clinical trials7
Functional gastrointestinal disorders in children: Effectivity, safety, and tolerability of the herbal preparation STW-5 (Iberogast®) in general practice7
Pharmacokinetic interactions of fruit juices with antihypertensive drugs in humans: A systematic review and meta-analysis7
The efficacy of Shenghua Decoction supplementation after early medical abortion: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials7
Special issue: Pediatric pain and sickle cell disease7
Hypnotherapy and insomnia: A narrative review of the literature7
Thanks to the 2022 CTIM Peer Reviewers for Another Outstanding Year7
Current status of neuroimaging research on the effects of acupuncture: a bibliometric and visual analyses7
Effectiveness of Pranic Healing as complementary therapy on lower urinary tract symptoms and sleep: Single-blind randomized trial7
Effects of chia (Salvia hispanica. L) on anthropometric measures and other cardiometabolic risk factors: A systematic review and dose-response meta-analysis7
Comparing the efficacy of combining ozone therapy with hyaluronic acid versus using hyaluronic acid alone for pain relief in patients with knee osteoarthritis: A randomized clinical trial7
Effect of dark chocolate/ cocoa consumption on oxidative stress and inflammation in adults: A GRADE-assessed systematic review and dose-response meta-analysis of controlled trials7
The effectiveness and safety of Chaiqin Qingning Capsule in upper respiratory tract infections with fever: A prospective, double-blinded, randomized, multicenter controlled trial7
Incidence of nerve injury following acupuncture treatments in Taiwan7
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