Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practice

Papers
(The TQCC of Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practice is 8. 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.)
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Acupuncture effects on in-vitro fertilization pregnancy outcomes: A meta-analysis34
The 50 most-cited review papers on physical activity and depression: A bibliometric analysis34
Effects of low-power laser auriculotherapy on chronic spinal pain: Randomized clinical trial31
Effectiveness of mindfulness-based intervention in the improvement of maternal role adaptation among first time mothers: A randomized controlled trial31
Acupoint stimulation for cancer-related fatigue: A quantitative synthesis of randomised controlled trials31
Women's reasons for taking complementary medicine products in pregnancy and lactation: Results from a national Australian survey31
Nature and success: Outdoor play is linked to school readiness30
Effects of Baduanjin exercise on quality-of-life and exercise capacity in patients with heart failure: A systematic review and meta-analysis29
Effect of Healing Meditation on stress and eating behavior in overweight and obese women: A randomized clinical trial27
Effect of Surya Namaskara (Sun Salutation) on mental health, self-control and mindfulness of adolescent school children27
Combination treatment of acupoint therapy and conventional medication for motor function of Parkinson's disease: A systematic review and meta-analysis26
Efficacy and safety of olive leaf extract (Olea europaea L.) for glycaemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus (ESOLED): A pilot randomised controlled trial25
Efficacy of add-on Ayurveda and Yoga intervention in health care workers of tertiary care hospital during COVID-19: Randomized controlled trial23
Letter to the editor: The effect of yoga on pulmonary function in patients with asthma: A meta-analysis21
Online structured dance/movement therapy reduces bodily detachment in depersonalization-derealization disorder20
A randomized comparative study of traditional Thai massage and Thai boxing exercise on clinical-based outcomes in patients with scapulocostal syndrome20
Physical activity and cognitively difficulties in adolescents: A cross-sectional study of 13,677 participants20
The effects of mindfulness stress reduction program on postmenopausal women's menopausal complaints and their life quality20
Anti-inflammatory-antioxidant modifications and synbiotics improved health-related conditions in patients with progressive forms of multiple sclerosis: A single-center, randomized clinical trial19
Home-based exercise training influences gut bacterial levels in multiple sclerosis19
“You can't stop the waves, but you can learn how to surf”: Realized mindfulness in practice for parenting women in recovery18
Can binaural beats facilitate autonomic recovery following exposure to an acute stressor?18
Self-Care for Family Carers: Can the Alexander Technique help?18
The effects of auricular acupressure on the sleep of the elderly using polysomnography, actigraphy and blood test: Randomized, single-blind, sham control18
Tele-yoga in the management of ankylosing spondylitis amidst COVID pandemic: A prospective randomized controlled trial17
“I am not pain, I have pain”: A pilot study examining iRest yoga nidra as a mind-body intervention for persistent pain17
Medical clowns in Coronavirus wards: A milestone in further integration into Israeli hospitals16
The effect of Allium hirtifolium bulb on serum lipid profile in adult patients with hyperlipidemia: A randomized double-blind placebo-controlled clinical trial16
The efficacy and safety of traditional Chinese medicine Guilu Erxian Jiao in the treatment of knee osteoarthritis: A systematic review and meta-analysis16
Hear what you feel, feel what you hear: The effect of musical sequences on emotional processing16
The use of respiratory patient reported outcome measures (PROMs) in the management of COPD: Perceptions of Australian osteopaths15
Efficacy of hyaluronic acid on the prevention of intrauterine adhesion and the improvement of fertility: A meta-analysis of randomized trials15
Trigona honey effect on wound pH and healing in diabetes-related foot ulcers: A case series15
A crossover pilot trial of the feasibility, acceptability, and effectiveness of LoveYourBrain Yoga for community-dwelling adults with multiple sclerosis15
Effects of Curcuma as an adjunct therapy on periodontal disease: A systematic review and meta-analysis15
Benefit of inhalation aromatherapy as a complementary treatment for stress and anxiety in a clinical setting – A systematic review15
Editorial Board15
Efficacy of the myofascial approach as a manual therapy technique in patients with clinical anxiety: A randomized controlled clinical trial15
Effect of yoga on cognitive functions and anxiety among female school children with low academic performance: A randomized control trial15
Results of a feasibility randomised controlled trial of osteopathy on neck-shoulder pain in computer users15
Kundalini yoga and kundalini awakenings15
Face-to-face telehealth interventions in the treatment of low back pain: A systematic review14
Psychological impact of hypnosis for pregnancy and childbirth: A systematic review14
Effects of different mind-body exercises on glucose and lipid metabolism in patients with type 2 diabetes: A network meta-analysis14
Mind-body therapies adjuvant to chemotherapy improve quality of life and fatigue in top cancers: A systematic review and meta-analysis14
The effect of aromatherapy on patients with acute coronary syndrome: A systematic review and meta-analysis14
Effects of aromatherapy on discomfort in mothers undergoing cesarean section: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials14
A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials of manipulative therapy for patients with chronic neck pain13
Proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation training reduces pain and disability in individuals with chronic low back pain: A systematic review and meta-analysis13
A systematic review of interventional trials reporting relationships between silent mantram repetition and health in adults13
Effects of Pilates exercises on postural balance and reduced risk of falls in older adults: A systematic review and meta-analysis13
Response variation as a result of tai chi on resting blood pressure in hypertensive adults: An aggregate data meta-analysis13
Sumac (Rhus coriaria L.) powder supplementation has beneficial effects on appetite in overweight/obese women with depression: A randomized controlled trial13
Yoga as a treatment for vasovagal syncope: A systematic review and meta-analysis13
Efficacy and safety of Duhuo Jisheng decoction combined with Western medicine in the treatment of ankylosing spondylitis: A systematic review and meta-analysis12
Trends in complementary and alternative medicine for the treatment of common mental disorders: A bibliometric analysis of two decades12
The effectiveness and safety of Jihwang-eumja (Dihuang Yizi) compared to Western medications in patients with Alzheimer's disease: A systematic review and meta-analysis12
Progressive resistance exercise as complementary therapy improves quality of life and body composition in anorexia nervosa: A randomized controlled trial12
Beyond standard treatment: A qualitative descriptive study of cancer patients' perceptions of hypnotherapy in cancer care12
Feasibility, acceptability, and potential effectiveness of an online expressive writing intervention for COVID-19 resilience12
Healthcare professionals' perceptions of hypnotherapy in cancer care: Development and validation of a survey12
Hypnotherapy as a medical treatment: Evidence-based or pseudoscience?12
Yoga for COVID-19: An ancient practice for a new condition – A literature review11
The Flow-Clutch Scale: Translation and validation study of the Chinese version11
Clinician views on acupuncture for acute pain care in a busy urban emergency department11
Effects of mind-body exercise in children with cerebral palsy—A systematic review and meta-analysis11
Editorial Board11
Effects of progressive muscle relaxation on health-related outcomes in cancer patients: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials11
Creative art therapy for postpartum depression： A systematic review and meta-analysis11
Effects of propolis on inflammation markers in patients undergoing hemodialysis: A randomized, double-blind controlled clinical trial11
Baduanjin exercise ameliorates motor function in patients with post-stroke cognitive impairment: A randomized controlled trial11
Effectiveness of different traditional Chinese medicine injections in patients with diabetic lower extremity arterial disease: A Bayesian network meta-analysis11
Naturopathy utilisation by Australian women with diagnosed endometriosis: A cross-sectional survey11
‘Touch for Health’ based kinesiology interventions: An innovative qualitative research exploring clients' perspectives11
Effects of Optimal Tai Chi forms in alleviating knee pain among Hispanic people with knee osteoarthritis: A case series11
Quantitative Evidence of the effect of Baduanjin exercise on quality of life and cardiac function in adults with chronic heart failure11
Editorial Board11
Transcutaneous electrical acupoint stimulation combined with core stability training in postpartum women with diastasis rectus abdominis11
Critical evaluation of reporting quality of network meta-analyses assessing the effectiveness of acupuncture11
Effectiveness of interventions using apps to improve physical activity, sedentary behavior and diet: An umbrella review11
Making sense of complexity: A qualitative ‘Framework’ analysis of naturopathic case management and clinical reasoning10
Editorial Board10
The effect of gentle human touch on pain, comfort and physiological parameters in preterm infants during heel lancing10
The effect of aromatherapy and Su Jok interventions on post-cesarean pain10
The effect of Tai Chi/Qigong on depression and anxiety symptoms in adults with Cancer: A systematic review and meta-regression10
A constructivist grounded theory exploration of Mindfulness for Healthcare Professional students10
Yoga instructors’ reported benefits and disadvantages associated with functioning online: A convenience sampling survey10
Corrigendum to “Effect of expressıve touchıng on labour paın and maternal satısfactıon: A randomized controlled trial” [Compl. Ther. Clin. Pract. 34(2019), 268–274]10
Recommending yoga for health: A survey of perceptions among healthcare practitioners in the UK10
Relationships between physical activity, sleep, and screen time with academic performance and psychological functioning among US children and adolescents with depression10
Educating adolescents on preventing substance use: The role of 24-h movement behaviors ─ data from 2021 Youth Risk Behavior Surveillance10
Effects of aromatherapy on nausea and vomiting in patients with cancer: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials10
Midwives knowledge and education/training in complementary and alternative medicine (CAM): A national survey10
The influence of early virtual reality intervention on pain, anxiety, and function following primary total knee arthroplasty10
Effects of dry needling plus exercise therapy on post-stroke spasticity and motor function: A case report9
Meta analysis for insomnia Guizhi Gancao Longgu Muli decoction for insomnia A meta-analysis9
Resilience is associated with physical activity and sedentary behaviour recommendations attainment in Chinese university students9
Tuina combined with Adjuvant therapy for lumbar disc herniation: A network meta-analysis9
Treatment of traumatic facial paralysis in a child with electroacupuncture and hyperbaric oxygen: A case report9
Implementation considerations of aquatic therapy post-stroke: A qualitative study from Ontario, Canada9
Effectiveness of drama and music therapies as health communication interventions for reducing anxiety and posttraumatic disorders among children-victims of flood9
A case report of immediate effects of acupuncture on neuropathic cancer breakthrough pain9
New approaches to the effectiveness of inhalation aromatherapy in controlling painful conditions: A systematic review with meta-analysis9
Robotic animal-assisted therapy as a complementary therapy in clinical practice: Exploring animal-assisted intervention professional perspectives9
In vitro antibacterial activity of Western Australian honeys, and manuka honey, against bacteria implicated in impetigo8
Hypnotherapy for chronic pelvic pain: A scoping systematic review and meta-analysis8
Effective interventions to reduce burnout in nurses: A meta-analysis8
Knowledge, attitude, practice, and perceived barriers to antenatal yoga among obstetricians and gynecologists in Bangladesh: A cross-sectional survey8
Editorial Board8
A randomized controlled trial on the seeds of Sophora alopecuroides var. alopecuroides for the treatment of acute heroin withdrawal syndrome8
Empowerment in naturopathy: A qualitative analysis of practitioner perspectives8
Editorial Board8
Auricular acupuncture in TMD — A sham-controlled, randomized, clinical trial8
Integrative oncology and patients refusing conventional anticancer treatments8
Effects of Tai Chi Yunshou on upper-limb function and balance in stroke survivors: A systematic review and meta-analysis8
Frequency of Vigorous physical activity and sleep difficulty in adolescents: A multiply-country cross-sectional study8
Alternative interventions in clinical mental health settings: A survey of mental health professionals' perceptions8
Mindfulness in adolescents and young adults with diabetes: An integrative review8
Effectiveness of Muscle Energy Technique in patients with Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction: A systematic review8
Effects of a structured dance program in Parkinson’s disease. A Greek pilot study8
Breast cancer survivors' physical activity, psychosocial beliefs, daily trip behaviors, and subjective well-being: A descriptive study8
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