OOIR: Observatory of International Research

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 2022-05-01 to 2026-05-01.)

Article	Citations
A cross-sectional survey of self-medication with Traditional Chinese Medicine for treatment and prevention of COVID-19	126
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 managemen	71
Food as medicine: Health professionals promoting victory gardens in light of climate crisis	46
Phytotherapy in paediatric skin disorders – A systematic literature review	45
Motor learning-based clinical pilates training for the Parkinson’s disease rehabilitation @Parkinsonpilates: A parallel group, randomised controlled trial with 3-month follow-up	45
Systematic review and meta-analyses on the effects of whole-body vibration on bone health	44
Efficacy of melatonin as adjunctive therapy for sepsis: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials	43
Beyond the ‘Crack’: Reframing thrust manipulation through neurophysiology, perception, and context	41
Bridging tradition and innovation: Acupuncture for depression through clinical efficacy and neurobiological insights	39
Evidence mapping and quality assessment of systematic reviews on exercise intervention for Alzheimer’s disease	37
Effects of different mind-body exercises on pain in patients with knee osteoarthritis: A pairwise, network, and dose-response meta-analysis	36
Dance therapy in fibromyalgia: A narrative review	33
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 trial	33
Dietary protein intake and prostate cancer risk in adults: A systematic review and dose-response meta-analysis of prospective cohort studies	32
Changing roles of the corresponding author – Consequences for the accessibility of medical information	31
Pilot study of telehealth delivery of horticultural therapy (TeleHT) as an acceptable intervention and in reducing suicide risk factors in veterans	31
Efficacy and safety of acupuncture for the treatment of insomnia in breast cancer patients: A systematic review and meta-analysis	30
Curcumin as adjuvant treatment in patients with non-alcoholic fatty liver (NAFLD) disease: A systematic review and meta-analysis	29
Inter-rater reliability and usability of CATHIS core for homeopathic intervention studies	28
Treatment of infant colic with craniosacral therapy. A randomized controlled trial	28
Effects of Press Needling combined with general anesthesia on postoperative analgesia in thoracoscopic pulmonary resection for lung cancer: A randomized, single-blind, controlled trial	28
Systematic reviews and meta-analyses in Homeopathy: Recommendations for summarising evidence from homeopathic intervention studies (Sum-HomIS recommendations)	28
The efficacy of physical activity or exercise among individuals with cerebral palsy: An umbrella review of systematic reviews	28
Effects of acupoint application therapy combined with chinese herbal medicine on perimenopausal syndrome: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trails	26
Comparative efficacy of seven Chinese patent medicines for early diabetic kidney disease: A Bayesian network meta-analysis	26

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 crisis	26
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 trials	26
Virtual reality intervention as a support method during wound care and rehabilitation after burns: A systematic review and meta-analysis	25
Global research trends of sham acupuncture: A bibliometric analysis	25
Bitter ginger (Zingiber zerumbet) for patients with solid tumors with no treatment options: A pilot clinical study	25
Transcutaneous electrical acupoint stimulation to prevent dizziness after microvascular decompression for hemifacial spasm: A randomized controlled trial	23
A dietary intervention for postmenopausal hot flashes: A potential role of gut microbiome. An exploratory analysis	22
Acupuncture for nausea and vomiting during pregnancy: A systematic review and meta-analysis	22
Acupuncture as an alternative treatment for polycystic ovary syndrome: Effects on ovulation rate, pregnancy rate and endometrial receptivity	22
Clinical evidence for acupuncture for adult asthma: Systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised sham/placebo-controlled trials	22
Editorial: Time to treat the climate and nature crisis as one indivisible global health emergency	21
Academic-industry partnership advancing cannabis science: A Complementary Care Practice-Based Research Network	21
Perspectives of Complementary and Alternative Medicine use by cancer patients in a regional hospital in North Queensland, Australia	20
Interventions used in control group against cupping therapy for chronic nonspecific low back pain: A systematic review and network meta-analysis	20
A systematic review of the effect of lavender on cancer complications	18
Acupuncture as an adjunctive therapy for gastric ulcer: A modified Delphi consensus study	18
Acupuncture improves neurological function and anti-inflammatory effect in patients with acute ischemic stroke: A double-blinded randomized controlled trial	18
The effect of music therapy on anxiety and pain in patients undergoing prostate biopsy: A systematic review and meta-analysis	18
Can transcutaneous electrical acupoint stimulation prevent postoperative nausea and vomiting?	18
Research on effectiveness and safety of herbal compounds and dietary supplements	17
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 controll	17
Pediatric Tuina for the treatment of functional dyspepsia: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials	17
Reporting quality of acupuncture overviews: A methodological investigation based on the PRIOR statement	16
Effects of health qigong on sleep quality: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials	16
Is acupuncture a viable therapeutic strategy for degenerative eye diseases? a systematic review and meta-analysis	16
Acupuncture-related therapy for cancer-related insomnia: An overview of systematic reviews and meta-analysis	16
The impact of neurolinguistic programming on anxiety, self-confidence, self-esteem, and performance in non-elite finswimmers	16
Acupuncture at Sifeng (EX-UE 10) for pediatric anorexia: A systematic review and meta-analysis	15
Trends and characteristics of Tai Chi and Qi Gong use among U.S. adults: Results from the 2007–2017 National Health Interview Survey	15
Acceptability of a yoga-based stress reduction intervention in family caregivers of allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplant (HSCT) recipients: A mixed-methods study	15
The efficacy of acupuncture for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD): An overview of systematic reviews and meta-analyses	15
Hot spring and sauna use for improving blood lipid profiles: A systematic review and expert consensus on efficacy and recommendations	15
Effect of shenmai injection on anthracycline-induced cardiotoxicity: A systematic review and meta-analysis	15
Assessment of anti-inflammatory efficacy of acupuncture in patients with inflammatory bowel disease: A systematic review and meta-analysis	15
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 trial	14
Music therapy in hemodialysis patients: Systematic review and meta-analysis	14
The health effects of diaphragmatic breathing: A systematic review	14
The impact of aromatherapy with Citrus bergamia- Lavandula angustifolia essential oil and/or mindfulness-based therapy on postmenopausal health: A factorial randomized controlled trial	14
Vitamin D deficiency is Associated with Increased Risk of Delirium and Mortality among Critically Ill, Elderly Covid-19 Patients	14
Patient–doctor interactions around alternative and complementary medicine in the context of oncology care in a Latin American country	14
A narrative review of aromatherapy: Mechanisms and clinical value in physiological and psychological regulation	14
Rest is essential for effective therapies, and so it is for preparing a manuscript	14
Effects of acupuncture on the signs and symptoms of people with rheumatic diseases: A scoping review	13
Acupuncture for functional dyspepsia: Bayesian meta-analysis	13
Effect of music intervention on dental anxiety and fear: A bibliometric analysis of RCTs from 2004 to 2024	13
Small-world network properties and cortical responses of Tai Chi Yunshou: Insights from fNIRS	13
Chamomile: A systematic review of adverse events	13
Effects of yoga facial massage on computer vision syndrome and ocular motor function: A randomised controlled trial	13
The effects of jujube (Ziziphus jujube) on metabolic and mental health outcomes in patients with metabolic syndrome: A randomized controlled trial	13
LatinVisco: A Latin American Expert Consensus on Viscosupplementation for Knee Osteoarthritis	13

Effectiveness of massage therapy for constipation in children with cerebral palsy: A systematic review and meta-analysis	13
The impact of a breathing exercise program on pain, disability, and breathing patterns in patients with non-specific neck pain: A randomized controlled trial	13
Acupuncture and moxibustion for endometriosis: A systematic review and analysis	12
A pilot observational study of recreational trail riding for Veterans with addictive disorders	12
A systematic review and meta-analysis of almond effect on C-reactive protein and interleukin-6 in adults	12
Pilot study of Qigong/Tai Chi Easy acute effects of meditative movement, breath focus and “flow” on blood pressure, mood and oxytocin in older adults	12
Letter to the editor regarding “Transcutaneous electrical acupoint stimulation to prevent dizziness after microvascular decompression for hemifacial spasm: A randomized controlled trial” by Yuantao Ho	12
Effect of a polyphenol-rich dietary supplement containing Pinus massoniana bark extract on blood pressure in healthy adults: A parallel, randomized placebo-controlled trial	12
A feasibility study on indoor therapeutic horticulture to alleviate sleep and anxiety problems: The impact of plants and activity choice on its therapeutic effect	12
The role of acupuncture in managing hyperhidrosis and vasomotor sweating: Evidence, mechanisms, and gaps	12
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
“It’s not just another task”: Pediatric nurses' perspectives on using lavender oil chest wraps as complementary treatment for infants with bronchiolitis	12
Cannabis use among patients with cutaneous lymphoma: A cross-sectional survey	12
Letter to the Editor on “Global research trends of sham acupuncture: A bibliometric analysis”	11
Brain–gut–microbiota axis: An effective target of abdominal acupuncture therapy for post-stroke functional constipation	11
Effects of laser acupuncture on pain and motor function in musculoskeletal disorders: A systematic review and meta-analysis	11
Baduanjin exercise for patients with breast cancer: A systematic review and meta-analysis	11
Effects of ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) on mental health in adults: A systematic review and dose–response meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials	11
The effects of exercise interventions on sleep quality in patients with emotion-related insomnia (ERI)：A systematic review and network meta-analysis	11
Effectiveness and safety of light therapy for treating primary dysmenorrhea: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials	11
Effectiveness and safety of turmeric for the treatment of COVID-19: An updated systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials	11
Evidence-based traditional medicine for transforming global health and well-being	11
Oral probiotic supplementation to alleviate diarrhea induced by fluoropyrimidines or irinotecan-based chemotherapy: A systematic review and meta-analysis	11
Retention, adherence, and acceptability testing of a digital health intervention in a 3-group randomized controlled trial for chronic musculoskeletal pain	11
Efficacy and safety of buccal acupuncture for pain management: A systematic review and meta-analysis	11
Self-stretching exercises with kinesio taping for management of chronic nonspecific neck pain in taxi drivers: A single-blind, randomized controlled trial	11
Anti-inflammatory effects of resveratrol in patients with cardiovascular disease: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials	11
Honey for managing oral mucositis induced by cancer therapies: An overview of systematic reviews	11
The effect of pelvic floor muscle training and perineal massage in late pregnancy on postpartum pelvic floor function in nulliparas: A randomised controlled clinical trial	11
Acupuncture for the treatment of childhood anorexia: A systematic review and meta-analysis	11
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
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 trial	10
Slow breathing for reducing stress: The effect of extending exhale	10
Influence of referent selection on balance in action observation: A randomized controlled trial	10
Electromyography-biofeedback for chronic low back pain: A qualitative cohort study	10
Patients Receiving Integrative Medicine Effectiveness Registry (PRIMIER) of the BraveNet practice-based research network: Outcomes of the PRIMIER cohort	10
Complementary medicine use in US adults with hypertension: A nationally representative survey	10
Effects of black seed (Nigella sativa L.) on cardiometabolic indices in type 2 diabetic patients: A systematic review and meta-analysis of RCTs	10
Traditional chinese medicine injections with activating blood circulation, equivalent effect of anticoagulation or antiplatelet, for acute myocardial infarction: A systematic review and meta-analysis	10
Effectiveness and safety of acupoint embedding therapy for treating intractable facial paralysis: A systematic review and meta-analysis	10
Current status of neuroimaging research on the effects of acupuncture: a bibliometric and visual analyses	10
A replication study of a psychotherapy incorporating horses resiliency intervention for healthcare workers	10
Relieving psychological stress and improving sleep quality by bergamot essential oil use before bedtime and upon awakening: A randomized crossover trial	10
What are the effects of connective tissue massage vs. myofascial release on fibromyalgia pain? Systematic review with meta-analysis	10
Biofield therapies: Guidelines for reporting clinical trials	10
Effects of almond intake on oxidative stress parameters: A systematic review and meta-analysis of clinical trials	10
Exploring the Bob Ross effect: A psychophysiological investigation	10
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-analysis	9
Efficacy of probiotic supplements on Parkinson's disease: A systematic review and meta-analysis	9
Thanks to the 2022 CTIM Peer Reviewers for Another Outstanding Year	9
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
Do ginger footbaths improve symptoms of insomnia more than footbaths with warm water only? – A randomized controlled study	9
Comparative effects of static, classical, and sham dry needling on muscle properties and autonomic nervous system activity in cervical myofascial pain syndrome	9
Screen time and language/cognitive development in preschoolers aged 3–5 years	9
Special issue: Pediatric pain and sickle cell disease	9
The effectiveness and safety of Chaiqin Qingning Capsule in upper respiratory tract infections with fever: A prospective, double-blinded, randomized, multicenter controlled trial	9
Effectiveness of Pranic Healing as complementary therapy on lower urinary tract symptoms and sleep: Single-blind randomized trial	9
Efficacy of acupuncture-based adjunctive therapies in alleviating spasticity and motor function in patients with post-stroke spasticity: A systematic review and network meta-analysis	9
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 trials	9
Hypnotherapy and insomnia: A narrative review of the literature	9
Functional gastrointestinal disorders in children: Effectivity, safety, and tolerability of the herbal preparation STW-5 (Iberogast®) in general practice	9
Alternative medicine therapies in neurological disorders: Prevalence, reasons and associated factors. A systematic review	9