OOIR: Observatory of International Research

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 2021-11-01 to 2025-11-01.)

Article	Citations
Evidence mapping and quality assessment of systematic reviews on exercise intervention for Alzheimer’s disease	109
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 trial	60
Curcumin as adjuvant treatment in patients with non-alcoholic fatty liver (NAFLD) disease: A systematic review and meta-analysis	40
Efficacy and safety of acupuncture for the treatment of insomnia in breast cancer patients: A systematic review and meta-analysis	38
Motor learning-based clinical pilates training for the Parkinson’s disease rehabilitation @Parkinsonpilates: A parallel group, randomised controlled trial with 3-month follow-up	38
Phytotherapy in paediatric skin disorders – A systematic literature review	37
A cross-sectional survey of self-medication with Traditional Chinese Medicine for treatment and prevention of COVID-19	37
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 managemen	35
Editorial Special issue “sleep”	33
Dietary protein intake and prostate cancer risk in adults: A systematic review and dose-response meta-analysis of prospective cohort studies	32
Food as medicine: Health professionals promoting victory gardens in light of climate crisis	31
Changing roles of the corresponding author – Consequences for the accessibility of medical information	29
Efficacy of melatonin as adjunctive therapy for sepsis: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials	28
The efficacy of high- and low-dose curcumin in knee osteoarthritis: A systematic review and meta-analysis	27
Systematic review and meta-analyses on the effects of whole-body vibration on bone health	26
Effects of different mind-body exercises on pain in patients with knee osteoarthritis: A pairwise, network, and dose-response meta-analysis	26
Pilot study of telehealth delivery of horticultural therapy (TeleHT) as an acceptable intervention and in reducing suicide risk factors in veterans	26
Transcutaneous electrical acupoint stimulation to prevent dizziness after microvascular decompression for hemifacial spasm: A randomized controlled trial	25
The efficacy of physical activity or exercise among individuals with cerebral palsy: An umbrella review of systematic reviews	25
Effects of Press Needling combined with general anesthesia on postoperative analgesia in thoracoscopic pulmonary resection for lung cancer: A randomized, single-blind, controlled trial	24
Bitter ginger (Zingiber zerumbet) for patients with solid tumors with no treatment options: A pilot clinical study	24
Systematic reviews and meta-analyses in Homeopathy: Recommendations for summarising evidence from homeopathic intervention studies (Sum-HomIS recommendations)	23
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 crisis	22
A naturopathic treatment approach for mild and moderate COVID-19: A retrospective chart review	22
Treatment of infant colic with craniosacral therapy. A randomized controlled trial	22

Global research trends of sham acupuncture: A bibliometric analysis	22
Comparative efficacy of seven Chinese patent medicines for early diabetic kidney disease: A Bayesian network meta-analysis	21
A dietary intervention for postmenopausal hot flashes: A potential role of gut microbiome. An exploratory analysis	21
Virtual reality intervention as a support method during wound care and rehabilitation after burns: A systematic review and meta-analysis	21
Acupuncture as an alternative treatment for polycystic ovary syndrome: Effects on ovulation rate, pregnancy rate and endometrial receptivity	20
Effects of acupoint application therapy combined with chinese herbal medicine on perimenopausal syndrome: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trails	19
Acupuncture for nausea and vomiting during pregnancy: A systematic review and meta-analysis	19
Clinical evidence for acupuncture for adult asthma: Systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised sham/placebo-controlled trials	19
Impact of ginger supplementation on obesity indices and Adipokine profiles in adults: A GRADE-based systematic review and dose-response meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials	18
Acupuncture improves neurological function and anti-inflammatory effect in patients with acute ischemic stroke: A double-blinded randomized controlled trial	18
Interventions used in control group against cupping therapy for chronic nonspecific low back pain: A systematic review and network meta-analysis	18
Academic-industry partnership advancing cannabis science: A Complementary Care Practice-Based Research Network	18
Pediatric Tuina for the treatment of functional dyspepsia: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials	17
Editorial: Time to treat the climate and nature crisis as one indivisible global health emergency	17
Acupuncture as an adjunctive therapy for gastric ulcer: A modified Delphi consensus study	17
Perspectives of Complementary and Alternative Medicine use by cancer patients in a regional hospital in North Queensland, Australia	16
Acceptability of a yoga-based stress reduction intervention in family caregivers of allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplant (HSCT) recipients: A mixed-methods study	15
Reporting quality of acupuncture overviews: A methodological investigation based on the PRIOR statement	15
The impact of aromatherapy with Citrus bergamia- Lavandula angustifolia essential oil and/or mindfulness-based therapy on postmenopausal health: A factorial randomized controlled trial	15
The effect of music therapy on anxiety and pain in patients undergoing prostate biopsy: A systematic review and meta-analysis	15
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 controll	15
The impact of neurolinguistic programming on anxiety, self-confidence, self-esteem, and performance in non-elite finswimmers	15
Is acupuncture a viable therapeutic strategy for degenerative eye diseases? a systematic review and meta-analysis	15
A systematic review of the effect of lavender on cancer complications	15
Effect of shenmai injection on anthracycline-induced cardiotoxicity: A systematic review and meta-analysis	15
Acupuncture-related therapy for cancer-related insomnia: An overview of systematic reviews and meta-analysis	14
Music therapy in hemodialysis patients: Systematic review and meta-analysis	14
Research on effectiveness and safety of herbal compounds and dietary supplements	13
Acupuncture at Sifeng (EX-UE 10) for pediatric anorexia: A systematic review and meta-analysis	13
A narrative review of aromatherapy: Mechanisms and clinical value in physiological and psychological regulation	13
The efficacy of acupuncture for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD): An overview of systematic reviews and meta-analyses	13
Effects of health qigong on sleep quality: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials	13
Vitamin D deficiency is Associated with Increased Risk of Delirium and Mortality among Critically Ill, Elderly Covid-19 Patients	13
Assessment of anti-inflammatory efficacy of acupuncture in patients with inflammatory bowel disease: A systematic review and meta-analysis	13
Rest is essential for effective therapies, and so it is for preparing a manuscript	13
Trends and characteristics of Tai Chi and Qi Gong use among U.S. adults: Results from the 2007–2017 National Health Interview Survey	13
Small-world network properties and cortical responses of Tai Chi Yunshou: Insights from fNIRS	12
Chamomile: A systematic review of adverse events	12
Acupuncture for functional dyspepsia: Bayesian meta-analysis	12
The impact of a breathing exercise program on pain, disability, and breathing patterns in patients with non-specific neck pain: A randomized controlled trial	12
Hot spring and sauna use for improving blood lipid profiles: A systematic review and expert consensus on efficacy and recommendations	12
Patient–doctor interactions around alternative and complementary medicine in the context of oncology care in a Latin American country	12
Effectiveness of massage therapy for constipation in children with cerebral palsy: A systematic review and meta-analysis	12
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 trial	12
Effects of acupuncture on the signs and symptoms of people with rheumatic diseases: A scoping review	12
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
Association of autonomic function and brain activity with personality traits by paced breathing and su-soku practice: A three-way crossover study	11
The effects of jujube (Ziziphus jujube) on metabolic and mental health outcomes in patients with metabolic syndrome: 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 Ho	11
Effect of music intervention on dental anxiety and fear: A bibliometric analysis of RCTs from 2004 to 2024	11

Acupuncture and moxibustion for endometriosis: A systematic review and analysis	11
Effects of Yoga Facial Massage on Computer Vision Syndrome and Ocular Motor Function: A Randomised Controlled Trial	11
Baduanjin exercise for patients with breast cancer: A systematic review and meta-analysis	10
Effectiveness and safety of light therapy for treating primary dysmenorrhea: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials	10
Effectiveness and Safety of Turmeric for the Treatment of COVID-19: An Updated Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials	10
Honey for managing oral mucositis induced by cancer therapies: An overview of systematic reviews	10
Brain–gut–microbiota axis: An effective target of abdominal acupuncture therapy for post-stroke functional constipation	10
Self-stretching exercises with kinesio taping for management of chronic nonspecific neck pain in taxi drivers: A single-blind, randomized controlled trial	10
Oral probiotic supplementation to alleviate diarrhea induced by fluoropyrimidines or irinotecan-based chemotherapy: A systematic review and meta-analysis	10
Acupuncture for the treatment of childhood anorexia: A systematic review and meta-analysis	9
Evidence-based traditional medicine for transforming global health and well-being	9
Effect of a polyphenol-rich dietary supplement containing Pinus massoniana bark extract on blood pressure in healthy adults: A parallel, randomized placebo-controlled trial	9
The Effects of Exercise Interventions on Sleep Quality in Patients with Emotion-related Insomnia (ERI)：A Systematic Review and Network Meta-Analysis	9
Effects of black seed (Nigella sativa L.) on cardiometabolic indices in type 2 diabetic patients: A systematic review and meta-analysis of RCTs	9
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 trial	9
Cannabis use among patients with cutaneous lymphoma: A cross-sectional survey	9
Anti-inflammatory effects of resveratrol in patients with cardiovascular disease: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials	9
A pilot observational study of recreational trail riding for Veterans with addictive disorders	9
A feasibility study on indoor therapeutic horticulture to alleviate sleep and anxiety problems: The impact of plants and activity choice on its therapeutic effect	9
Letter to the Editor on “Global research trends of sham acupuncture: A bibliometric analysis”	9
Relieving psychological stress and improving sleep quality by bergamot essential oil use before bedtime and upon awakening: A randomized crossover trial	9
“It’s not just another task”: Pediatric nurses' perspectives on using lavender oil chest wraps as complementary treatment for infants with bronchiolitis	9
A systematic review and meta-analysis of almond effect on C-reactive protein and interleukin-6 in adults	9
Pilot study of Qigong/Tai Chi Easy acute effects of meditative movement, breath focus and “flow” on blood pressure, mood and oxytocin in older adults	9
Complementary medicine use in US adults with hypertension: A nationally representative survey	9
Electromyography-biofeedback for chronic low back pain: A qualitative cohort study	8
Biofield therapies: Guidelines for reporting clinical trials	8
Patients Receiving Integrative Medicine Effectiveness Registry (PRIMIER) of the BraveNet practice-based research network: Outcomes of the PRIMIER cohort	8
Traditional chinese medicine injections with activating blood circulation, equivalent effect of anticoagulation or antiplatelet, for acute myocardial infarction: A systematic review and meta-analysis	8
Slow breathing for reducing stress: The effect of extending exhale	8
Retention, adherence, and acceptability testing of a digital health intervention in a 3-group randomized controlled trial for chronic musculoskeletal pain	8
Effects of almond intake on oxidative stress parameters: A systematic review and meta-analysis of clinical trials	8
The effectiveness of high-dose intravenous vitamin C for patients with coronavirus disease 2019: A systematic review and meta-analysis	8
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
Exploring the Bob Ross effect: A psychophysiological investigation	8
Efficacy and safety of buccal acupuncture for pain management: A systematic review and meta-analysis	8
A replication study of a psychotherapy incorporating horses resiliency intervention for healthcare workers	8
Effectiveness and safety of acupoint embedding therapy for treating intractable facial paralysis: A systematic review and meta-analysis	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 trials	8
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-analysis	8
Current status of neuroimaging research on the effects of acupuncture: a bibliometric and visual analyses	8
Efficacy of Acupuncture-based Adjunctive Therapies in Alleviating Spasticity and Motor Function in Patients with Post-stroke Spasticity: A Systematic Review and Network Meta-analysis	8
Influence of referent selection on balance in action observation: A randomized controlled trial	8
The effect of pelvic floor muscle training and perineal massage in late pregnancy on postpartum pelvic floor function in nulliparas: A randomised controlled clinical trial	8
Efficacy of probiotic supplements on Parkinson's disease: A systematic review and meta-analysis	8
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 trial	7
Do ginger footbaths improve symptoms of insomnia more than footbaths with warm water only? – A randomized controlled study	7
Thanks to the 2022 CTIM Peer Reviewers for Another Outstanding Year	7
Comparative efficacy of acupuncture-related interventions for perimenopausal depression and anxiety: A systematic review and frequentist meta-analysis	7
Exploration of quantitative-effectiveness association between acupuncture temporal parameters and stable chronic obstructive pulmonary disease: A systematic review and dose-response meta-analysis of r	7
Effectiveness of Fu's subcutaneous needling on pain and physical function in patients with knee osteoarthritis: A systematic review and meta-analysis	7
Effectiveness of Pranic Healing as complementary therapy on lower urinary tract symptoms and sleep: Single-blind randomized trial	7
Impact of virtual reality with or without hypnosis before oocyte retrieval: A randomised study	7
Corrigendum to “The efficacy of physical activity or exercise among individuals with cerebral palsy: An umbrella review of systematic reviews” [Complement Ther Med 93 (2025) 103228]	7
Hypnotherapy and insomnia: A narrative review of the literature	7
The analgesic effectiveness of auriculotherapy for acute postoperative pain: A systematic review and meta-analysis	7
Pharmacokinetic interactions of fruit juices with antihypertensive drugs in humans: A systematic review and meta-analysis	7
The effectiveness and safety of Chaiqin Qingning Capsule in upper respiratory tract infections with fever: A prospective, double-blinded, randomized, multicenter controlled trial	7
Comparing the effects of different non-pharmacological traditional Chinese medicine therapies on cancer survivors: A Bayesian Network Meta-analysis	7
Incidence of nerve injury following acupuncture treatments in Taiwan	7
Special issue: Pediatric pain and sickle cell disease	7
Alternative medicine therapies in neurological disorders: Prevalence, reasons and associated factors. A systematic review	7
Functional gastrointestinal disorders in children: Effectivity, safety, and tolerability of the herbal preparation STW-5 (Iberogast®) in general practice	7
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 trials	7
Administration of dietary antioxidants for patients with inflammatory bowel disease: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled clinical trials	7
The effectiveness and safety of integrative medicine for chronic heart failure: An umbrella review	7