Tag: Alternative Medicine: Misc.
Acupuncture Linked to Lower Incidence of Ischemic Stroke in RA
Cumulative incidence of ischemic stroke was lower among patients receiving acupuncture versus no acupuncture
2002 to 2022 Saw Increased Use of Complementary Health by U.S. Adults
Significant increases seen across seven modalities for pain management
Traditional Chinese Medicine Increases Risk for Congenital Malformations
Significant associations seen particularly for congenital heart defects
Acupressure Aids Self-Reported Sleep Disturbances in Cancer Patients
Systematic review finds acupressure better than acupuncture or electroacupuncture
Rate of Adverse Physical Effects High With Ayahuasca Use
69.9 percent of sample reported acute physical health effects; 2.3 percent reported need for subsequent medical attention
Two-Thirds of Older Adults Use Integrative Medicine Strategies
Only 18 percent of older adults had talked to a health care provider about integrative medicine strategies
Marketing of Shockwave Therapy for Erectile Dysfunction Raises Concerns
Techniques, costs, and provider credentials in biggest U.S. cities vary widely
Risks Discussed for Alternative Peripartum, Neonatal Practices
Vaginal seeding has no known benefits and may expose neonates to vaginal pathogens; umbilical nonseverance has no clear benefit
Insurance Coverage for Acupuncture Up From 2010 to 2019
However, most costs are paid out of pocket
Breast Cancer Survival Up With Access to Integrative Therapies
Survival up at institutions in low-mid, mid-high cohorts based on efforts to educate, support, and fund complementary and lifestyle approaches