 Patients with exercise-induced delayed-onset muscle soreness felt better after acupuncture, according to researchers at Goethe-University in Frankfurt, Germany. Continue reading Acupuncture for exercise-induced muscle soreness
Category Archives: Pain
Lack of acupuncture’s effect on arm pain due to repetitive use
In fact, this study found that sham acupuncture had marginally better results. Continue reading Lack of acupuncture’s effect on arm pain due to repetitive use
Modest exercise is good for chronic pain
The main problem is motivating people to stick with the program. Continue reading Modest exercise is good for chronic pain
Massage for chronic pain not related to cancer
Dr. Jennie Tsao from the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA in California has reviewed the evidence and concludes it depends on the type of pain being treated. Continue reading Massage for chronic pain not related to cancer
Treating kidney stones with Ayurvedic Herbmed
Herbmed is an ayurvedic medicine that contains Varuna (Crataeva nurvala) and banana stem (Musa paradisiaca).
Researchers from AMAI Trust Multispecialty Hospital in Pune, India report the results of preliminary research in treating kidney stones. Continue reading Treating kidney stones with Ayurvedic Herbmed
Effects of therapeutic touch on cancer pain
Therapeutic touch (TT) reduced pain and fatigue in cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy, according to this study by researchers in Iran.
But, how do we account for the placebo effect? Continue reading Effects of therapeutic touch on cancer pain
Tung Shueh Pills not legal in the US
A reader who gets pain relief from this Chinese “herbal” product asks why it’s illegal in the US. Continue reading Tung Shueh Pills not legal in the US
Does reiki complement pain control in fibromyalgia?
More than 50 major hospitals and clinics throughout the United States offer energy healing to patients
This study by researchers from the University of Washington concluded, “Neither reiki nor touch improved the symptoms of fibromyalgia.” Continue reading Does reiki complement pain control in fibromyalgia?
Massage to help treat pain after surgery
It’s effective and safe as add-on therapy following major operations, according to researchers at the VA Hospitals in Ann Arbor, Michigan and Indianapolis, Indiana. Continue reading Massage to help treat pain after surgery
Using acetaminophen to get safer cannabinoid effects
Dr. John Ashton from the University of Otago in New Zealand tells an interesting story about the potential for acetaminophen (paracetamol; Tylenol) to act as a “better” cannabinoid. Continue reading Using acetaminophen to get safer cannabinoid effects
Michigan voters say OK to medical marijuana
Another result from Tuesday’s US election — 63% of voters in Michigan approved of letting people who are ill grow their own pot. Continue reading Michigan voters say OK to medical marijuana
Acupuncture for pelvic girdle pain in pregnant women
Pelvic girdle pain affects many activities of daily living such as housekeeping, walking, working, and sexual life.
Pregnant women who received acupuncture experienced “some improvement” compared to non-penetrating sham acupuncture in this study from the Sahlgrenska Academy, East Hospital in Goteborg, Sweden. Continue reading Acupuncture for pelvic girdle pain in pregnant women
Acupuncture in children
 Here’s a summary of a thorough review of this special area of CAM care. Continue reading Acupuncture in children
WITHDRAWN: Aromatherapy and massage for cancer.
 Cochrane doesn’t explain why this review, which was prepared by researchers at the Marie Curie Palliative Care Research and Development Unit in London, was published and then withdrawn.
But just labeling it peaks my interest. Continue reading WITHDRAWN: Aromatherapy and massage for cancer.
Probiotic studies presented at ACG
 NewsWise reports the results of 3 studies presented during the American College of Gastroenterology’s 73rd Annual Scientific Meeting in Orlando.
Highlights of the reports on probiotics used to treat irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) follow. Continue reading Probiotic studies presented at ACG
Reduce stress. Reduce pain?
 Might reducing negative emotions explain placebo-associated pain reduction?
And, should the stress response be included in every placebo-controlled study? Continue reading Reduce stress. Reduce pain?
A stepwise approach to fibromyalgia therapy
Dr. Don Goldenberg from Tufts University School of Medicine in Boston, Massachusetts has a video and print slide program on Medscape that reviews evidence-based treatments for fibromyalgia.
The emphasis is on drugs, but more interesting is his support for a combined drug/CAM approach to treatment. Continue reading A stepwise approach to fibromyalgia therapy
What’s the optimal duration of chiropractic care for work-related disabilities?
30 days for low back pain, according to this study by the Liberty Mutual Research Institute for Safety in Hopkins, Massachusetts. Continue reading What’s the optimal duration of chiropractic care for work-related disabilities?
Acupuncture: What’s the evidence
Professor Ernst presents an overview of Cochrane reviews on acupuncture. Continue reading Acupuncture: What’s the evidence
Comparing benefits of massage vs touch in cancer patients
 Small studies suggest that massage therapy may relieve pain and other symptoms.
Here are results from a large study. Continue reading Comparing benefits of massage vs touch in cancer patients