Complementary and Alternative Medicine

Medically reviewed by Dr. Kimberly Langdon Cull, M.D. on July 25, 2023 Evidence-based research and interactions with physicians mediate the beliefs, use, and perceptions of educated, White, and affluent peri- and postmenopausal women regarding complementary and integrative therapies in treating menopausal symptoms. Menopausal symptoms, including vasomotor and non-vasomotor symptoms, significantly affect the quality of life...

Findings seen in study of nurses, who also report sleeping better after their shift. Exposing nurses working nights to light before their shift cuts fatigue and errors, according to a study published online April 18 in Sleep Health. Mariève Cyr, from McGill University in Montreal, and colleagues evaluated whether light exposure in the evening, before a...

The pharmacological use of cannabidiol in recurrent aphthous ulcers can be an alternative and potent therapy. CBD can be used as an alternative therapy for mouth sores due to its analgesic and anti-inflammatory effects. However, there have not been any significant clinical efficacy or safety trials for this use. This randomized, parallel, double-blind controlled trial...

Various vitiligo treatment options are available, from medical solutions, like topical corticosteroids and light therapy, to alternative approaches, such as herbal remedies and mind-body therapies. Learn about approaches tailored to your needs while you strive toward better skin health. Topical corticosteroids and calcineurin inhibitors are commonly used medical treatments for vitiligo, while light therapy and...

RLRL effective for preventing myopia in children with premyopia, with up to a 54.1 percent reduction in incidence A repeated low-level, red-light (RLRL) intervention is effective for preventing myopia among children with premyopia, according to a study published online April 26 in JAMA Network Open. Xiangui He, Ph.D., from the Shanghai Eye Hospital, and colleagues...

A center-based cardiac rehabilitation program has greater adherence and satisfaction rates compared to community-based exercise training administered to cancer survivors with cardiovascular risk, according to this study. Both cardiovascular mortality and cardiovascular risk factors pose a significant burden on healthcare. A randomized controlled trial assessed the adherence, safety, and satisfaction of a center-based cardiac rehabilitation...

Natural compounds, including antioxidants, contribute to the improvement of both vitiligo and associated mental health disorders, leading to a limited need for therapies and a better quality of life. Vitiligo is described as an autoimmune dermatosis and is often associated with mental health disorders. However, the cause–effect relationship between the two is yet to be...

Cancer patients did not experience a reduced psychological burden, including depression, fatigue, and anxiety, after being exposed to video sequence-based interventions. Cancer patients are likely to experience psychological symptoms and require psychological support, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic. A randomized controlled trial investigating the outcomes of eHealth video sequence-based interventions demonstrated that video interventions were...

Self-administered passive sound interventions are feasible among cancer patients, with positive fatigue and social functioning outcomes. Besides morbidity and mortality, cancer substantially affects the quality of life of cancer patients. Music therapy has gained significant traction among various interventions developed for improving the emotional and physical well-being of cancer patients. This randomized controlled trial demonstrated...