The journal of alternative and complementary medicine : research on paradigm, practice, and policy
-
J Altern Complement Med · Jun 2008
Randomized Controlled TrialA pilot whole systems clinical trial of traditional Chinese medicine and naturopathic medicine for the treatment of temporomandibular disorders.
To assess the feasibility and acceptability of studying whole systems of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and Naturopathic medicine (NM) in the treatment of temporomandibular disorders (TMD), and to determine whether there is indication to support further research. ⋯ These alternative medicine approaches each resulted in significantly greater reduction of pain and psychosocial interference than SC. Further research on the potential benefits of traditional whole systems of medicine for TMD appears warranted.
-
J Altern Complement Med · Jun 2008
Controlled Clinical TrialEffects of group music intervention on depression, anxiety, and relationships in psychiatric patients: a pilot study.
To test whether group music therapy is effective for improving depression, anxiety, and relationships in psychiatric patients. ⋯ These findings suggest that music can improve depression, anxiety, and relationships in psychiatric patients. However, we cannot elucidate the nonspecific effects. Furthermore, objective and replicable measures are required from a randomized controlled trial with a larger sample size and an active comparable control.
-
J Altern Complement Med · Jun 2008
Randomized Controlled TrialA comparison between chiropractic management and pain clinic management for chronic low-back pain in a national health service outpatient clinic.
To compare outcomes in perception of pain and disability for a group of patients suffering with chronic low-back pain (CLBP) when managed in a hospital by either a regional pain clinic or a chiropractor. ⋯ This study suggests that chiropractic management administered in an NHS setting may be effective for reducing levels of disability and perceived pain during the period of treatment for a subpopulation of patients with CLBP.