As Acupressure Decreases Pain, Acupuncture May Improve Some Aspects of Quality of Life for Women with Primary Dysmenorrhea: A Systematic Review with Meta-Analysis

Abaraogu, Ukachukwu Okoroafor; Tabansi-Ochuogu, Chidinma Samantha

doi:10.1016/j.jams.2015.06.010

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“…Possibly useful methods: traditional Chinese herbal medicine, acupuncture and acupressure, moxibustion, omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin B1, vitamin E, magnesium, exercise, yoga, chaste tree, yarrow, toki-shakuyaku-san -Kampo medicine from Japan, cinnamon [81,[86][87][88][89][90][91][92][93][94][95]. Probably sound means: aroma oil massage (lavender oil, rose oil), and the inhalation of lavender scent or fragrance saffron treatment [96][97][98][99].…”

Section: Apitherapeutic Recommendations For the Treatment Of Primary mentioning

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Meaningfulness of Apitherapeutic Approaches Using the Example of Primary Dysmenorrhoea

Münstedt¹

2018

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Meaningfulness of Apitherapeutic Approaches Using the Example of Primary Dysmenorrhoea

Münstedt¹

2018

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“…These reviews have addressed the evidence base for a range of conditions including back and neck pain [9–11], osteoarthritis [12, 13], nausea [14, 15], dental pain [16], menstrual cramps [17], and infertility [18, 19], among others. However, less is known at a broader scale regarding gross tends in research efforts.…”

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Publication Trends in Acupuncture Research: A 20-Year Bibliometric Analysis Based on PubMed

Dong²,

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ObjectiveAcupuncture has become popular and widely practiced in many countries around the world. Despite the large amount of acupuncture-related literature that has been published, broader trends in the prevalence and scope of acupuncture research remain underexplored. The current study quantitatively analyzes trends in acupuncture research publications in the past 20 years.MethodsA bibliometric approach was used to search PubMed for all acupuncture-related research articles including clinical and animal studies. Inclusion criteria were articles published between 1995 and 2014 with sufficient information for bibliometric analyses. Rates and patterns of acupuncture publication within the 20 year observational period were estimated, and compared with broader publication rates in biomedicine. Identified eligible publications were further analyzed with respect to study type/design, clinical condition addressed, country of origin, and journal impact factor.ResultsA total of 13,320 acupuncture-related publications were identified using our search strategy and eligibility criteria. Regression analyses indicated an exponential growth in publications over the past two decades, with a mean annual growth rate of 10.7%. This compares to a mean annual growth rate of 4.5% in biomedicine. A striking trend was an observed increase in the proportion of randomized clinical trials (RCTs), from 7.4% in 1995 to 20.3% in 2014, exceeding the 4.5% proportional growth of RCTs in biomedicine. Over the 20 year period, pain was consistently the most common focus of acupuncture research (37.9% of publications). Other top rankings with respect to medical focus were arthritis, neoplasms/cancer, pregnancy or labor, mood disorders, stroke, nausea/vomiting, sleep, and paralysis/palsy. Acupuncture research was conducted in 60 countries, with the top 3 contributors being China (47.4%), United States (17.5%), and United Kingdom (8.2%). Retrieved articles were published mostly in complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) journals with impact factors ranging between 0.7 and 2.8 in the top 20 journals, followed by journals specializing in neuroscience, pain, anesthesia/analgesia, internal medicine and comprehensive fields.ConclusionAcupuncture research has grown markedly in the past two decades, with a 2-fold higher growth rate than for biomedical research overall. Both the increases in the proportion of RCTs and the impact factor of journals support that the quality of published research has improved. While pain was a consistently dominant research focus, other topics gained more attention during this time period. These findings provide a context for analyzing strengths and gaps in the current state of acupuncture research, and for informing a comprehensive strategy for further advancing the field.

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“…Pain relieving effects sizes, e.g. in primary dysmenorrhea (moderate grade of evidence, Cohen's d = -0.43 [95% CI = -0.7 to -0.15]) and labor (very low grade of evidence, raw mean difference in VAS pain (0-100) of 10.30 [95% CI = 4.69 to 15.91]) are also attributed to acupressure, one form of which is Shiatsu [106,107].…”

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Applications, indications, and effects of passive hydrotherapy WATSU (WaterShiatsu)—A systematic review and meta-analysis

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Background WATSU (portmanteau word: water and shiatsu) is a form of passive hydrotherapy in chestdeep thermoneutral water (35˚C = 95˚F = 308.15 K). It combines elements of myofascial stretching, joint mobilization, massage, and shiatsu and is reported to be used to address physical and mental issues. The objective of this systematic review (PROSPERO Registration No. CRD42016029347) and the meta-analyses was to assess the applications, indications, and the effects of WATSU to form a basis for further studies. MethodsA search for "WATSU OR watershiatsu OR (water AND shiatsu)" was conducted without any restrictions in 32 databases. Peer reviewed original articles addressing WATSU as a stand-alone hydrotherapy were assessed for risk of bias. Quantitative data of effects on pain, physical function, and mental issues were processed in random model meta-analyses with subgroup analyses by study design. Effect sizes were expressed as Hedges's g (± 95% confidence intervals). ResultsOf 1,906 unique citations, 27 articles regardless of study design were assessed for risk of bias. WATSU has been applied to individuals of all ages. Indications covered acute (e.g. pregnancy related low back pain) and chronic conditions (e.g. cerebral palsy) with beneficial effects of WATSU regarding e.g. relaxation or sleep quality. Meta-analyses suggest beneficial effect sizes of WATSU on pain (overall Hedges's g = -0.71, 95% CI = -0.91 to -0.51), physical function (overall Hedges's g = -0.76, 95% CI = -1.08 to -0.44), and mental issues (overall Hedges's g = -0.68, 95% CI = -1.02 to -0.35). ConclusionVarious applications, indications and beneficial effects of WATSU were identified. The grade of this evidence is estimated to be low to moderate at the best. To strengthen the findings of this study, high-quality RCTs are needed. IntroductionWATSU (portmanteau word: English "water" and Japanese 指圧 "Shiatsu") was first described by its originator Dull in the 1980s as a treatment consisting of Japanese Shiatsu bodywork applied in thermal water [1]. To practice WATSU, a therapist stands in thermoneutral water (35˚C = 95˚F = 308.15 K), supporting the supine receiver with hands, forearms, or shoulders and softly moving her / him in slow and spacious circular motion sequences following elaborate movement patterns related to receiver's and therapist's level of experience [1]. The hands of the therapist function as a grip to facilitate movement and at the same time to stimulate acupuncture points. Gentle traction is applied to the body of the receiver to mobilize joints and stretch myofascial structures, as well as meridians, channels through which the life-energy (Chinese 氣 "qi", flows in the concept of Traditional Chinese Medicine [1,2]. During immersion, hydrostatic pressure influences fluid distribution, metabolism, and respiration. The impact of gravity is greatly reduced, thus decreasing joint loads and allowing maximal flexibility in the positioning of the treated individual [3,4]. The thermoneutral temperature of 35˚C is recommended because it all...

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As Acupressure Decreases Pain, Acupuncture May Improve Some Aspects of Quality of Life for Women with Primary Dysmenorrhea: A Systematic Review with Meta-Analysis

Cited by 41 publications

References 27 publications

Meaningfulness of Apitherapeutic Approaches Using the Example of Primary Dysmenorrhoea

Meaningfulness of Apitherapeutic Approaches Using the Example of Primary Dysmenorrhoea

Publication Trends in Acupuncture Research: A 20-Year Bibliometric Analysis Based on PubMed

Applications, indications, and effects of passive hydrotherapy WATSU (WaterShiatsu)—A systematic review and meta-analysis

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