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Complementary and alternative medicine use among children; A cross-sectional study from Iran 儿童使用补充和替代药物;来自伊朗的横断面研究
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Advances in integrative medicine Pub Date : 2025-02-25 DOI: 10.1016/j.aimed.2025.01.010
Monireh Sadat Motaharifard , Mahnaz Jamee , Atena Seifi , Maryam Sadat Paknejad , Masoumeh Mohkam
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Clinically beneficial interactions between biologically-based complementary medicines and cancer treatments – Protocol for a scoping review 以生物学为基础的补充药物和癌症治疗之间的临床有益相互作用。范围审查方案
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Advances in integrative medicine Pub Date : 2025-02-24 DOI: 10.1016/j.aimed.2025.02.004
Chun Wai Lui , Jennifer Hunter , Jennifer Ai Ong , Joanna E Harnett
{"title":"Clinically beneficial interactions between biologically-based complementary medicines and cancer treatments – Protocol for a scoping review","authors":"Chun Wai Lui ,&nbsp;Jennifer Hunter ,&nbsp;Jennifer Ai Ong ,&nbsp;Joanna E Harnett","doi":"10.1016/j.aimed.2025.02.004","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.aimed.2025.02.004","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Introduction</h3><div>Conventional oncological treatments include pharmaceuticals, surgery, radiotherapy, bone marrow transplantation and supportive care. Additionally, traditional and complementary medicine including biologically-based complementary medicines (BB-CMs) are often used by people with a cancer diagnosis in addition to their conventional treatment with a view to reducing treatment side effects, improving cancer outcomes and/or enhancing quality of life. Oncologists often recommend against using BB-CMs due to concerns about product quality, and the risk of adverse effects, including negative interactions with conventional cancer therapies. However, a growing body of evidence suggests there is also the potential for beneficial interactions, including potentiating therapeutic effectiveness, alleviating side effects and improving treatment tolerance. This scoping review aims to systematically search the literature to identify and characterise beneficial therapeutic interactions between BB-CMs and conventional cancer treatments.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>A Joanna Briggs Institute scoping review methodology with a Population-Concept-Context framework will be employed. Scopus, Medline, Web of Science, CINAHL, Allied and Complementary Medicine and Embase will be searched in English. Publications in either English or Chinese language will be included. Two independent reviewers will screen the titles, abstracts, and full texts via the systematic review tool Covidence. One reviewer will extract data from the included citations and a second reviewer will verify. Data will be aggregated and presented according to the patient characteristics, types of interactions, and BB-CMs and conventional therapies used. A descriptive summary will be written to narrate the relationship between the findings with the assistance of visualization tools such as tables, diagrams or graphs.</div></div><div><h3>Discussion</h3><div>This scoping review will provide insights into beneficial interactions between BB-CMs and conventional cancer treatments. The findings aim to guide future research and support evidence-based decision-making by doctors, pharmacists, allied health and natural healthcare practitioners and people living with a cancer diagnosis regarding BB-CMs use.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":7343,"journal":{"name":"Advances in integrative medicine","volume":"12 2","pages":"Article 100466"},"PeriodicalIF":1.7,"publicationDate":"2025-02-24","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144147934","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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The effect of acupressure on postpartum perineal pain: A systematic review and meta-analysis 穴位按压对产后会阴疼痛的影响:系统回顾和荟萃分析
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Advances in integrative medicine Pub Date : 2025-02-24 DOI: 10.1016/j.aimed.2025.02.007
Atefeh Ebrahimian , Fatemeh Razavinia , Mina Iravani
{"title":"The effect of acupressure on postpartum perineal pain: A systematic review and meta-analysis","authors":"Atefeh Ebrahimian ,&nbsp;Fatemeh Razavinia ,&nbsp;Mina Iravani","doi":"10.1016/j.aimed.2025.02.007","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.aimed.2025.02.007","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Background</h3><div>Perineal pain is one of the natural complications after childbirth. This pain can cause problems by creating limitations and the inability of the mother to take care of herself and the baby. In this study, the effect of acupressure on perineal pain after childbirth has been investigated.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>To identify relevant studies, a systematic search was conducted in international databases, including PubMed, Cochrane Library (Central), Web of Science, Google Scholar, ScienceDirect, and Scopus, as well as Persian databases such as SID, Magiran, and IranDoc, up to 2023. Only randomized controlled trials (RCTs) were included in this meta-analysis, while non-randomized studies, pilot trials, case reports, and guidelines were excluded. Results were synthesized using a fixed-effects model with standardized mean differences, and heterogeneity was assessed using the I² index. The risk of bias in the included studies was assessed using the risk of bias tool outlined in the Cochrane Guidelines.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>3 studies, including 370 women, were included in the meta-analysis. Three studies evaluated the effect of acupressure on perineal pain after childbirth, before and immediately after the intervention. Based on this analysis, there is a significant difference before and after the intervention with I2 = 70 % heterogeneity [SMD −0.34, 95 % CI (-0.58, −0.10)]. Two studies evaluated the effect of acupressure on perineal pain after childbirth, before and one hour after the intervention. Based on this analysis, there is a significant difference before and after the intervention with I2 = 81 % heterogeneity [SMD −1.64, 95 % CI (-2.06,-1.22)].</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>Acupressure is an effective method for managing perineal pain after childbirth, with a noticeable reduction in pain intensity immediately after the intervention. However, the study's limitations, such as heterogeneity in acupressure points and the small number of studies included, need to be considered.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":7343,"journal":{"name":"Advances in integrative medicine","volume":"12 2","pages":"Article 100470"},"PeriodicalIF":1.7,"publicationDate":"2025-02-24","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144147570","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Personalized integrative medicine: Bridging CAM and EBM 个性化结合医学:架起CAM和EBM的桥梁
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Advances in integrative medicine Pub Date : 2025-02-23 DOI: 10.1016/j.aimed.2025.02.005
Babak Daneshfard , Alireza Asghari , Dennis Cordato
{"title":"Personalized integrative medicine: Bridging CAM and EBM","authors":"Babak Daneshfard ,&nbsp;Alireza Asghari ,&nbsp;Dennis Cordato","doi":"10.1016/j.aimed.2025.02.005","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.aimed.2025.02.005","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Personalized integrative medicine (PIM) represents a groundbreaking approach that merges complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) with evidence-based medicine (EBM) to deliver patient-centered care. This combined method enables patients to investigate both CAM and EBM treatments on equal footing, enriching their understanding of each system and enhancing patient care quality. Nonetheless, the integration of these approaches poses challenges due to their distinct philosophies: EBM depends on scientific proof derived from randomized controlled trials (RCTs), whereas CAM embraces a holistic, tailored treatment strategy, which can create potential conflicts among practitioners. To overcome these obstacles, a new systematology that integrates both a priori (pre-intervention classification) and a posteriori (dynamic re-evaluation based on observable reactions) research methodologies is suggested. This combined technique minimizes selection bias, facilitates real-time modifications to research parameters, and improves comprehension of patient-specific responses, accommodating the variability in treatment outcomes. For example, a clinical trial assessing hyssop (<em>Hyssopus officinalis</em>) syrup for asthma highlighted the importance of a posteriori subgrouping by showing differing effectiveness based on cough type. The integrated methodology promotes flexibility, addresses patient diversity, and encourages innovative data management and statistical analysis. Despite its benefits, the implementation of this new methodology necessitates advanced data management systems and continuous collaboration among various medical professionals to align CAM and EBM principles. Ongoing research should aim to refine these approaches, assess their implementation in clinical environments, and create standardized guidelines for PIM to navigate its complexities and improve patient outcomes.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":7343,"journal":{"name":"Advances in integrative medicine","volume":"12 2","pages":"Article 100467"},"PeriodicalIF":1.7,"publicationDate":"2025-02-23","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144147935","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Experiences and perceptions of college students regarding the effects of Shivam Yoga on mental health and behavior: A qualitative study 大学生对希瓦姆瑜伽对心理健康和行为影响的体验和认知:一项定性研究
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Advances in integrative medicine Pub Date : 2025-02-23 DOI: 10.1016/j.aimed.2025.02.003
Kíssyla Christine Duarte Lacerda , Aisllan Diego de Assis , Gabriela Guerra Leal Souza
{"title":"Experiences and perceptions of college students regarding the effects of Shivam Yoga on mental health and behavior: A qualitative study","authors":"Kíssyla Christine Duarte Lacerda ,&nbsp;Aisllan Diego de Assis ,&nbsp;Gabriela Guerra Leal Souza","doi":"10.1016/j.aimed.2025.02.003","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.aimed.2025.02.003","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Background and purpose</h3><div>Students face several adversities when accessing higher education, which may contribute to the development of mental health problems. Yoga is an ancient Indian practice that has been described as an activity capable of generating physical and mental well-being and reducing anxiety, depression, and stress. This study examined the perception of university students regarding the effect of yoga on their body, emotions, and daily life and shed light on their experiences.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>This study included 16 students who attended Shivam Yoga classes of 60 minutes each, twice per week, for 10 weeks. After this period, the participants were sent a questionnaire containing seven free-response questions regarding their experiences during practice. The testimonies were extracted and categorized using content analysis based on word frequency.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>Four main themes were extracted: perceptions about the body, feelings and behaviors, self-knowledge and changes in habits, life habits and everyday difficulties. For each theme, categories were obtained to identify if and how the participants perceived the changes promoted by yoga. Many changes concerned emotional health and behavior, and some concerned physical changes. Perceptions of changes in academic or professional life were scarce.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>This study revealed the perceptions of university students regarding the effects of yoga and changes experienced after a period of practice. These results demonstrated the benefits of yoga, suggesting the merits of its implementation in university centers to increase students’ quality of life and well-being.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":7343,"journal":{"name":"Advances in integrative medicine","volume":"12 2","pages":"Article 100465"},"PeriodicalIF":1.7,"publicationDate":"2025-02-23","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144147933","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study on the improvement of sleep quality with Earthing mat 一项随机、双盲、安慰剂对照的研究:使用接地垫改善睡眠质量
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Advances in integrative medicine Pub Date : 2025-02-14 DOI: 10.1016/j.aimed.2025.01.005
Hyun-Jung Park , Gyeong Ran Lee , Yongsuk Kim , Jiyoun Kim , Mira Sohn , So Hee Kim , Sung Ja Rhie , Kyu-Ri Kim , Insop Shim
{"title":"A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study on the improvement of sleep quality with Earthing mat","authors":"Hyun-Jung Park ,&nbsp;Gyeong Ran Lee ,&nbsp;Yongsuk Kim ,&nbsp;Jiyoun Kim ,&nbsp;Mira Sohn ,&nbsp;So Hee Kim ,&nbsp;Sung Ja Rhie ,&nbsp;Kyu-Ri Kim ,&nbsp;Insop Shim","doi":"10.1016/j.aimed.2025.01.005","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.aimed.2025.01.005","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Earthing is a therapeutic technique that involves “grounding” activities. The body reconnects electrically to the Earth. Sleep is very important for physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Sleep and stress are known to be interrelated, but limited research has been conducted to investigate the interaction between them over a long period of time. Existing studies presented sleep quality predictions by focusing on single qualitative aspects of sleep, such as sleep efficiency. This study was evaluated in a pilot study conducted to test the hypothesis that grounding the human body to earth during sleep will result in quantifiable changes and sleep quality. Sixty eligible participants were assigned to the control or experimental group by computer randomization. Instructions were provided to take a test mat, a grounding mat (Experimental group), or a non-grounding mat (Control group) for 6 h/day for 31 days. We used the Pittsburgh sleep quality index (PSQI), Epworth sleep scale (ESS), brief interact psychosocial instrument (BEPSI), and insomnia severity index (ISI) and actigraph for total sleep time to evaluate sleep quality and stress response, respectively, on days 0 (pre-test), 31 (post-test) and 38 (follow-up test). PSQI, IS, ESS, and BEPSI scores were significantly improved in the Experimental group (<em>P</em> &lt; 0.05; pre-test vs. post-test). Also, total sleep time in the Experimental group was significantly increased compared to the Control group (<em>P</em> &lt; 0.05). In the follow-up study (on day 38), the Experimental group showed a significant improvement in ISI scores compared to the Control group (<em>P</em> &lt; 0.05). Taken together, our findings showed that earthing mats reduced stress, insomnia severity, and daytime sleepiness compared to before use. These results contribute to the beneficial effect of earthing mat on increasing sleep quality.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":7343,"journal":{"name":"Advances in integrative medicine","volume":"12 3","pages":"Article 100458"},"PeriodicalIF":1.7,"publicationDate":"2025-02-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144481487","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Therapeutic efficacy and safety of traditional Thai herbal medicines for insomnia: A double-blind randomized controlled trial 泰国传统草药治疗失眠的疗效和安全性:一项双盲随机对照试验
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Advances in integrative medicine Pub Date : 2025-01-31 DOI: 10.1016/j.aimed.2025.01.006
Thanyaluck Siriyong , Hatairat Chanphool , Sarinrat Jitjum , Sirirat Laohaprapanon , Supayang Piyawan Voravuthikunchai
{"title":"Therapeutic efficacy and safety of traditional Thai herbal medicines for insomnia: A double-blind randomized controlled trial","authors":"Thanyaluck Siriyong ,&nbsp;Hatairat Chanphool ,&nbsp;Sarinrat Jitjum ,&nbsp;Sirirat Laohaprapanon ,&nbsp;Supayang Piyawan Voravuthikunchai","doi":"10.1016/j.aimed.2025.01.006","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.aimed.2025.01.006","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Background</h3><div>Traditional Thai herbal medicine has been commonly used for insomnia therapy in Asian countries for centuries. However, there has been a limited amount of clinical efficacy and safety research on Yahom-Navakot and Suk-Sai-Yat for patients with insomnia.</div></div><div><h3>Objective</h3><div>This study aims to evaluate the efficacy and safety of traditional Thai herbal medicines such as Yahom-Navakot and Suk-Sai-Yat, in the treatment of insomnia.</div></div><div><h3>Design setting participants and intervention</h3><div>This randomised, double-blind clinical investigation was conducted at a Thai Traditional Medical Clinic. A total of 58 participants diagnosed with insomnia were randomly allocated to receive either Yahom-Navakot or Suk-Sai-Yat; the therapy consisted of a 1000 mg dosage, administered once daily at bedtime for a duration of 2 weeks. Following a 2-week therapy period, the participants were followed for an additional 2 weeks.</div></div><div><h3>Main outcome measures</h3><div>The primary outcome measures of sleep quality, sleepiness, and quality of life were assessed at baseline and weekly during the treatment period with the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI), Epworth Sleepiness Scale (ESS), and Health-Related Quality of Life Measure (EQ-5D), respectively. Adverse drugs responses were investigated as a secondary outcome measure during a clinical study.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>The findings demonstrated that at weeks 1 and 2 after initiating Yahom-Navakot or Suk-Sai-Yat, all parameters, including PSQI, ESS, and EQ-5D scores, exhibited statistically significant changes (p &lt; 0.05) in response to the Yahom-Navakot intervention, in comparison to Suk-Sai-Yat. Clinically significant changes (p &lt; 0.05) were observed in the overall PSQI, ESS, and EQ-5D scores within Yahom-Navakot after the first follow-up, in comparison to Suk-Sai-Yat. Moreover, statistically significant changes were noted in both groups post-intervention, relative to baseline measurements. No significant adverse responses were noticed in either group.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>The findings indicated that Yahom-Navakot was significantly more effective than Suk-Sai-Yat in enhancing sleep quality, including sleep quality, sleep latency, sleep duration, sleep efficiency, and daytime dysfunction in the treatment of insomnia. Additional research is recommended to clarify the mechanism beneath the anti-insomnia properties of Yahom-Navakot.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":7343,"journal":{"name":"Advances in integrative medicine","volume":"12 3","pages":"Article 100459"},"PeriodicalIF":1.7,"publicationDate":"2025-01-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144472061","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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The imperative for scientifically sound research in integrative medicine 科学合理的结合医学研究势在必行
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Advances in integrative medicine Pub Date : 2025-01-31 DOI: 10.1016/j.aimed.2025.01.009
Susan Arentz
{"title":"The imperative for scientifically sound research in integrative medicine","authors":"Susan Arentz","doi":"10.1016/j.aimed.2025.01.009","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.aimed.2025.01.009","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":7343,"journal":{"name":"Advances in integrative medicine","volume":"12 1","pages":"Page 1"},"PeriodicalIF":1.7,"publicationDate":"2025-01-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143478515","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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The effect of partner massage on pain, anxiety, and the birth process in labor 伴侣按摩对分娩过程中疼痛、焦虑和分娩过程的影响
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Advances in integrative medicine Pub Date : 2025-01-30 DOI: 10.1016/j.aimed.2025.01.008
Ayşe Nur Ataş , Nebahat Özerdoğan
{"title":"The effect of partner massage on pain, anxiety, and the birth process in labor","authors":"Ayşe Nur Ataş ,&nbsp;Nebahat Özerdoğan","doi":"10.1016/j.aimed.2025.01.008","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.aimed.2025.01.008","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Objectives</h3><div>This study aimed to assess the impact of partner massage on pain, anxiety, and the birth process during labor. This is a randomized controlled experimental study. It was conducted between August 1, 2022 and August 1, 2023 in a medical faculty hospital.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>The data of the study were collected from three groups, namely the partner massage group, midwife massage group, and control group at three different times (at cervical dilation of 4 cm before massage application, at cervical dilation of 5–6 cm following the application, and at cervical dilation of 8–9 cm following the application). Data collection was completed with a total of 135 pregnant women, by randomising 45 in each group. Back and sacral massage were applied to the pregnant women in the application groups when dilation was 5–6 cm and 8–9 cm. Data collection tools included a Pregnant Information Form, a Labor Monitoring Form, the Partograph, a Visual Analogue Scale, the State Anxiety Inventory, Assessment of Satisfaction Scale.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>There was no statistically significant difference between the groups in terms of participants’ sociodemographic and obstetric characteristics (p &gt; 0.05). Following the massage application, it was determined that the three groups had statistically different mean pain scores (p &lt; 0.001), with the control group having the highest pain score and the partner massage group the lowest. The three groups had statistically different state anxiety scores (p &lt; 0.001), with the highest score in the control group and the lowest in the partner massage group. The duration of the active phase was significantly longer in the control group than in the partner massage group.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>Massage applied to the expectant mother by the partner during labor was effective in reducing pain and anxiety levels.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":7343,"journal":{"name":"Advances in integrative medicine","volume":"12 2","pages":"Article 100461"},"PeriodicalIF":1.7,"publicationDate":"2025-01-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144146711","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Impact of Rosa damascena extract on improving menopausal symptoms: A randomized clinical trial 大马士革玫瑰提取物对改善更年期症状的影响:一项随机临床试验
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Advances in integrative medicine Pub Date : 2025-01-27 DOI: 10.1016/j.aimed.2025.01.007
Zohreh Gholinezhad , Fatemeh Zahra Karimi , Hassan Rakhshandeh , Seyed Reza Mazloum
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