Complementary Therapies in Medicine

Papers
(The TQCC of Complementary Therapies in Medicine is 9. The table below lists those papers that are above that threshold based on CrossRef citation counts [max. 250 papers]. The publications cover those that have been published in the past four years, i.e., from 2022-08-01 to 2026-08-01.)
ArticleCitations
Letter to Editor on "A randomized, controlled, blinded, parallel-group, clinical trial to study the role of Ayurcov (AyurCoro3), a one-day regimen as an adjuvant therapy for COVID-19 disease managemen72
Food as medicine: Health professionals promoting victory gardens in light of climate crisis52
Efficacy of melatonin as adjunctive therapy for sepsis: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials51
Beyond the ‘Crack’: Reframing thrust manipulation through neurophysiology, perception, and context48
Changing roles of the corresponding author – Consequences for the accessibility of medical information46
Effects of hip strengthening on postural control and muscle strength in individuals with chronic ankle instability: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials45
Pilot study of telehealth delivery of horticultural therapy (TeleHT) as an acceptable intervention and in reducing suicide risk factors in veterans41
Bridging tradition and innovation: Acupuncture for depression through clinical efficacy and neurobiological insights41
Efficacy and safety of acupuncture for the treatment of insomnia in breast cancer patients: A systematic review and meta-analysis38
Motor learning-based clinical pilates training for the Parkinson’s disease rehabilitation @Parkinsonpilates: A parallel group, randomised controlled trial with 3-month follow-up34
Dietary protein intake and prostate cancer risk in adults: A systematic review and dose-response meta-analysis of prospective cohort studies34
Phytotherapy in paediatric skin disorders – A systematic literature review33
Dance therapy in fibromyalgia: A narrative review31
Effects of different mind-body exercises on pain in patients with knee osteoarthritis: A pairwise, network, and dose-response meta-analysis31
Curcumin as adjuvant treatment in patients with non-alcoholic fatty liver (NAFLD) disease: A systematic review and meta-analysis31
Evidence mapping and quality assessment of systematic reviews on exercise intervention for Alzheimer’s disease29
A cross-sectional survey of self-medication with Traditional Chinese Medicine for treatment and prevention of COVID-1929
Effects of Mawangdui exercise intervention on the pulmonary function, physical fitness and quality of life in stable chronic obstructive pulmonary disease patients: A randomised controlled trial29
The efficacy of physical activity or exercise among individuals with cerebral palsy: An umbrella review of systematic reviews28
Can massage ameliorate menopausal and postmenopausal symptoms in women? A systematic review and meta-analysis28
Treatment of infant colic with craniosacral therapy. A randomized controlled trial27
Comparative efficacy of seven Chinese patent medicines for early diabetic kidney disease: A Bayesian network meta-analysis26
Impact of ginger supplementation on obesity indices and Adipokine profiles in adults: A GRADE-based systematic review and dose-response meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials26
Inter-rater reliability and usability of CATHIS core for homeopathic intervention studies25
A dietary intervention for postmenopausal hot flashes: A potential role of gut microbiome. An exploratory analysis25
Letter to the Editor in response to the August 6, 2022, Editorial by Kathi J Kemper - Food as medicine: Health professionals promoting victory gardens in light of climate crisis24
Transcutaneous electrical acupoint stimulation to prevent dizziness after microvascular decompression for hemifacial spasm: A randomized controlled trial23
Acupuncture for nausea and vomiting during pregnancy: A systematic review and meta-analysis23
Global research trends of sham acupuncture: A bibliometric analysis22
Virtual reality intervention as a support method during wound care and rehabilitation after burns: A systematic review and meta-analysis22
Effects of Press Needling combined with general anesthesia on postoperative analgesia in thoracoscopic pulmonary resection for lung cancer: A randomized, single-blind, controlled trial22
Clinical evidence for acupuncture for adult asthma: Systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised sham/placebo-controlled trials21
Effects of acupoint application therapy combined with chinese herbal medicine on perimenopausal syndrome: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trails21
Acupuncture as an alternative treatment for polycystic ovary syndrome: Effects on ovulation rate, pregnancy rate and endometrial receptivity21
Systematic reviews and meta-analyses in Homeopathy: Recommendations for summarising evidence from homeopathic intervention studies (Sum-HomIS recommendations)20
Bitter ginger (Zingiber zerumbet) for patients with solid tumors with no treatment options: A pilot clinical study20
Acupuncture as an adjunctive therapy for gastric ulcer: A modified Delphi consensus study19
Editorial: Time to treat the climate and nature crisis as one indivisible global health emergency19
Can transcutaneous electrical acupoint stimulation prevent postoperative nausea and vomiting?18
Perspectives of Complementary and Alternative Medicine use by cancer patients in a regional hospital in North Queensland, Australia18
A systematic review of the effect of lavender on cancer complications18
The effect of music therapy on anxiety and pain in patients undergoing prostate biopsy: A systematic review and meta-analysis18
Acupuncture improves neurological function and anti-inflammatory effect in patients with acute ischemic stroke: A double-blinded randomized controlled trial18
Candida vulvovaginitis treatment: A comparative clinical trial of clotrimazole and prangos ferulacea (Jashir) vaginal creams17
Rest is essential for effective therapies, and so it is for preparing a manuscript17
Pediatric Tuina for the treatment of functional dyspepsia: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials17
Letter to Editor on “The efficacy and safety of Baduanjin exercise as complementary therapy for pain reduction and functional improvement in knee osteoarthritis: A meta-analysis of randomized controll17
Interventions used in control group against cupping therapy for chronic nonspecific low back pain: A systematic review and network meta-analysis17
Trends and characteristics of Tai Chi and Qi Gong use among U.S. adults: Results from the 2007–2017 National Health Interview Survey16
Acceptability of a yoga-based stress reduction intervention in family caregivers of allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplant (HSCT) recipients: A mixed-methods study16
Acupuncture-related therapy for cancer-related insomnia: An overview of systematic reviews and meta-analysis16
The impact of neurolinguistic programming on anxiety, self-confidence, self-esteem, and performance in non-elite finswimmers16
Research on effectiveness and safety of herbal compounds and dietary supplements15
Vitamin D deficiency is Associated with Increased Risk of Delirium and Mortality among Critically Ill, Elderly Covid-19 Patients15
The efficacy of acupuncture for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD): An overview of systematic reviews and meta-analyses15
Acupuncture at Sifeng (EX-UE 10) for pediatric anorexia: A systematic review and meta-analysis15
Association analysis of physical activity levels with mental state and quality of life in Chinese patients with inflammatory bowel disease: A multicenter study15
Reporting quality of acupuncture overviews: A methodological investigation based on the PRIOR statement15
Music therapy in hemodialysis patients: Systematic review and meta-analysis14
A narrative review of aromatherapy: Mechanisms and clinical value in physiological and psychological regulation14
Diseases and characteristics of patients getting inpatient complementary medicine in acute care –a retrospective analysis of inpatient records over a period of 17 years14
Effects of health qigong on sleep quality: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials14
Effect of shenmai injection on anthracycline-induced cardiotoxicity: A systematic review and meta-analysis14
The impact of aromatherapy with Citrus bergamia- Lavandula angustifolia essential oil and/or mindfulness-based therapy on postmenopausal health: A factorial randomized controlled trial14
Hot spring and sauna use for improving blood lipid profiles: A systematic review and expert consensus on efficacy and recommendations14
Aromatherapy blend of thyme, orange, clove bud, and frankincense boosts energy levels in post-COVID-19 female patients: A randomized, double-blinded, placebo controlled clinical trial14
Assessment of anti-inflammatory efficacy of acupuncture in patients with inflammatory bowel disease: A systematic review and meta-analysis14
Is acupuncture a viable therapeutic strategy for degenerative eye diseases? a systematic review and meta-analysis14
Patient–doctor interactions around alternative and complementary medicine in the context of oncology care in a Latin American country13
Small-world network properties and cortical responses of Tai Chi Yunshou: Insights from fNIRS13
LatinVisco: A latin american expert consensus on viscosupplementation for knee osteoarthritis13
The effects of jujube (Ziziphus jujube) on metabolic and mental health outcomes in patients with metabolic syndrome: A randomized controlled trial13
Effect of music intervention on dental anxiety and fear: A bibliometric analysis of RCTs from 2004 to 202413
The impact of a breathing exercise program on pain, disability, and breathing patterns in patients with non-specific neck pain: A randomized controlled trial13
Acupuncture for functional dyspepsia: Bayesian meta-analysis13
Effects of acupuncture on the signs and symptoms of people with rheumatic diseases: A scoping review13
The health effects of diaphragmatic breathing: A systematic review13
Chamomile: A systematic review of adverse events13
Effects of yoga facial massage on computer vision syndrome and ocular motor function: A randomised controlled trial13
Acupuncture and moxibustion for endometriosis: A systematic review and analysis13
Letter to the editor regarding “Transcutaneous electrical acupoint stimulation to prevent dizziness after microvascular decompression for hemifacial spasm: A randomized controlled trial” by Yuantao Ho13
Effectiveness of massage therapy for constipation in children with cerebral palsy: A systematic review and meta-analysis13
Cannabis use among patients with cutaneous lymphoma: A cross-sectional survey12
Honey for managing oral mucositis induced by cancer therapies: An overview of systematic reviews12
Medical hypnosis for migraine management: A systematic review12
Response to Letter to Editor on “Tuina versus physiotherapy or a combination of both for the management of chronic nonspecific low back pain: A randomized controlled trial”12
A systematic review and meta-analysis of almond effect on C-reactive protein and interleukin-6 in adults12
Effectiveness and safety of turmeric for the treatment of COVID-19: An updated systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials12
Brain–gut–microbiota axis: An effective target of abdominal acupuncture therapy for post-stroke functional constipation12
Oral probiotic supplementation to alleviate diarrhea induced by fluoropyrimidines or irinotecan-based chemotherapy: A systematic review and meta-analysis12
Pilot study of Qigong/Tai Chi Easy acute effects of meditative movement, breath focus and “flow” on blood pressure, mood and oxytocin in older adults12
Self-stretching exercises with kinesio taping for management of chronic nonspecific neck pain in taxi drivers: A single-blind, randomized controlled trial12
“It’s not just another task”: Pediatric nurses' perspectives on using lavender oil chest wraps as complementary treatment for infants with bronchiolitis12
Effectiveness and safety of light therapy for treating primary dysmenorrhea: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials12
Evidence-based traditional medicine for transforming global health and well-being12
The role of acupuncture in managing hyperhidrosis and vasomotor sweating: Evidence, mechanisms, and gaps12
Anti-inflammatory effects of resveratrol in patients with cardiovascular disease: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials11
Letter to the Editor on “Global research trends of sham acupuncture: A bibliometric analysis”11
Effects of black seed (Nigella sativa L.) on cardiometabolic indices in type 2 diabetic patients: A systematic review and meta-analysis of RCTs11
A feasibility study on indoor therapeutic horticulture to alleviate sleep and anxiety problems: The impact of plants and activity choice on its therapeutic effect11
Effect of a polyphenol-rich dietary supplement containing Pinus massoniana bark extract on blood pressure in healthy adults: A parallel, randomized placebo-controlled trial11
The effect of pelvic floor muscle training and perineal massage in late pregnancy on postpartum pelvic floor function in nulliparas: A randomised controlled clinical trial11
Baduanjin exercise for patients with breast cancer: A systematic review and meta-analysis11
Effects of laser acupuncture on pain and motor function in musculoskeletal disorders: A systematic review and meta-analysis11
Effects of dried okra extract on lipid profile, renal function and some RAGE-related inflammatory genes expression in patients with diabetic nephropathy: A randomized controlled trial11
The effects of exercise interventions on sleep quality in patients with emotion-related insomnia (ERI)：A systematic review and network meta-analysis11
Physical exercise and body awareness/movement quality in adults with attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD): Results from the START randomized controlled trial10
Efficacy and safety of buccal acupuncture for pain management: A systematic review and meta-analysis10
What are the effects of connective tissue massage vs. myofascial release on fibromyalgia pain? Systematic review with meta-analysis10
Effectiveness and safety of acupoint embedding therapy for treating intractable facial paralysis: A systematic review and meta-analysis10
Electromyography-biofeedback for chronic low back pain: A qualitative cohort study10
A replication study of a psychotherapy incorporating horses resiliency intervention for healthcare workers10
Slow breathing for reducing stress: The effect of extending exhale10
Relieving psychological stress and improving sleep quality by bergamot essential oil use before bedtime and upon awakening: A randomized crossover trial10
Exploring the Bob Ross effect: A psychophysiological investigation10
Effects of ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) on mental health in adults: A systematic review and dose–response meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials10
Acupuncture for the treatment of childhood anorexia: A systematic review and meta-analysis10
Barriers and facilitators to implementing exercise therapy for nonspecific low back pain in China: A qualitative study using the consolidated framework for implementation research (CFIR)10
Retention, adherence, and acceptability testing of a digital health intervention in a 3-group randomized controlled trial for chronic musculoskeletal pain10
Influence of referent selection on balance in action observation: A randomized controlled trial10
Effects of acupuncture or similar needling therapy on pain, proprioception, balance, and self-reported function in individuals with chronic ankle instability: A systematic review and meta-analysis10
Exploration of quantitative-effectiveness association between acupuncture temporal parameters and stable chronic obstructive pulmonary disease: A systematic review and dose-response meta-analysis of r9
Traditional chinese medicine injections with activating blood circulation, equivalent effect of anticoagulation or antiplatelet, for acute myocardial infarction: A systematic review and meta-analysis 9
Screen time and language/cognitive development in preschoolers aged 3–5 years9
Comparative effects of static, classical, and sham dry needling on muscle properties and autonomic nervous system activity in cervical myofascial pain syndrome9
Thanks to the 2022 CTIM Peer Reviewers for Another Outstanding Year9
Pharmacokinetic interactions of fruit juices with antihypertensive drugs in humans: A systematic review and meta-analysis9
Functional gastrointestinal disorders in children: Effectivity, safety, and tolerability of the herbal preparation STW-5 (Iberogast®) in general practice9
Biofield therapies: Guidelines for reporting clinical trials9
The beneficial effect of tart cherry on plasma levels of inflammatory mediators (not recovery after exercise): A systematic review and meta-analysis on randomized clinical trials9
Efficacy of acupuncture-based adjunctive therapies in alleviating spasticity and motor function in patients with post-stroke spasticity: A systematic review and network meta-analysis9
Patients Receiving Integrative Medicine Effectiveness Registry (PRIMIER) of the BraveNet practice-based research network: Outcomes of the PRIMIER cohort9
The effectiveness and safety of Chaiqin Qingning Capsule in upper respiratory tract infections with fever: A prospective, double-blinded, randomized, multicenter controlled trial9
Impact of virtual reality with or without hypnosis before oocyte retrieval: A randomised study9
Efficacy of probiotic supplements on Parkinson's disease: A systematic review and meta-analysis9
Current status of neuroimaging research on the effects of acupuncture: a bibliometric and visual analyses9
Effects of almond intake on oxidative stress parameters: A systematic review and meta-analysis of clinical trials9
Effect of sudarshan-kriya yoga on determinants of cardiometabolic health: A systematic review9
Corrigendum to “The efficacy of physical activity or exercise among individuals with cerebral palsy: An umbrella review of systematic reviews” [Complement Ther Med 93 (2025) 103228]9
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