OOIR: Observatory of International Research

Papers

(The TQCC of Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practice is 10. 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.)

Article	Citations
Women's reasons for taking complementary medicine products in pregnancy and lactation: Results from a national Australian survey	55
The 50 most-cited review papers on physical activity and depression: A bibliometric analysis	45
Effectiveness of mindfulness-based intervention in the improvement of maternal role adaptation among first time mothers: A randomized controlled trial	44
Associations between attitudes and beliefs about the role of nutrition and diet quality with pain interference and physical function	44
Effect of Surya Namaskara (Sun Salutation) on mental health, self-control and mindfulness of adolescent school children	40
Combination treatment of acupoint therapy and conventional medication for motor function of Parkinson's disease: A systematic review and meta-analysis	38
Effects of low-power laser auriculotherapy on chronic spinal pain: Randomized clinical trial	37
Nature and success: Outdoor play is linked to school readiness	33
Anti-inflammatory-antioxidant modifications and synbiotics improved health-related conditions in patients with progressive forms of multiple sclerosis: A single-center, randomized clinical trial	32
Effects of Baduanjin exercise on quality-of-life and exercise capacity in patients with heart failure: A systematic review and meta-analysis	32
Letter to the editor: The effect of yoga on pulmonary function in patients with asthma: A meta-analysis	30
Challenges in conducting a feasibility randomized controlled trial of medicinal cannabis for endometriosis pain in Australia	29
Efficacy of add-on Ayurveda and Yoga intervention in health care workers of tertiary care hospital during COVID-19: Randomized controlled trial	28
Evaluation of the efficacy of laser acupuncture on uremic pruritus: A double-blind randomized clinical trial	28
Feasibility of remotely delivered Tai Chi on older adults’ 24-hour movement behaviors: A crossover randomized controlled trial	27
Physical activity and cognitively difficulties in adolescents: A cross-sectional study of 13,677 participants	26
A randomized comparative study of traditional Thai massage and Thai boxing exercise on clinical-based outcomes in patients with scapulocostal syndrome	26
Tele-yoga in the management of ankylosing spondylitis amidst COVID pandemic: A prospective randomized controlled trial	26
A crossover pilot trial of the feasibility, acceptability, and effectiveness of LoveYourBrain Yoga for community-dwelling adults with multiple sclerosis	24
Online structured dance/movement therapy reduces bodily detachment in depersonalization-derealization disorder	24
Hear what you feel, feel what you hear: The effect of musical sequences on emotional processing	24
Efficacy and safety of olive leaf extract (Olea europaea L.) for glycaemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus (ESOLED): A pilot randomised controlled trial	24
Medical clowns in Coronavirus wards: A milestone in further integration into Israeli hospitals	24
Trigona honey effect on wound pH and healing in diabetes-related foot ulcers: A case series	24
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“I am not pain, I have pain”: A pilot study examining iRest yoga nidra as a mind-body intervention for persistent pain	23
Is meeting 24-h movement guidelines lowering the odds of depressive symptoms? Results of a large-scale survey based on U.S. adolescents	22
Benefit of inhalation aromatherapy as a complementary treatment for stress and anxiety in a clinical setting – A systematic review	22
Effect of yoga on cognitive functions and anxiety among female school children with low academic performance: A randomized control trial	21
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The effect of Allium hirtifolium bulb on serum lipid profile in adult patients with hyperlipidemia: A randomized double-blind placebo-controlled clinical trial	21
Mind-body therapies adjuvant to chemotherapy improve quality of life and fatigue in top cancers: A systematic review and meta-analysis	21
Efficacy of the myofascial approach as a manual therapy technique in patients with clinical anxiety: A randomized controlled clinical trial	20
Comparative effectiveness of traditional vs. emerging rehabilitation exercises in enhancing daily living activities and lower extremity function among stroke survivors: A network meta-analysis	20
Psychological impact of hypnosis for pregnancy and childbirth: A systematic review	20
The use of respiratory patient reported outcome measures (PROMs) in the management of COPD: Perceptions of Australian osteopaths	20
Effects of different mind-body exercises on glucose and lipid metabolism in patients with type 2 diabetes: A network meta-analysis	19
Exploring psychosocial outcomes of fly-fishing retreats for cancer survivors: A qualitative study	19
The effect of aromatherapy on patients with acute coronary syndrome: A systematic review and meta-analysis	19
Efficacy of a self-heating Chinese medicine hot pack for postpartum urinary retention	19
Sumac (Rhus coriaria L.) powder supplementation has beneficial effects on appetite in overweight/obese women with depression: A randomized controlled trial	19
Yoga as a treatment for vasovagal syncope: A systematic review and meta-analysis	19
A systematic review of interventional trials reporting relationships between silent mantram repetition and health in adults	18
Effects of Pilates exercises on postural balance and reduced risk of falls in older adults: A systematic review and meta-analysis	18
A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials of manipulative therapy for patients with chronic neck pain	18
Face-to-face telehealth interventions in the treatment of low back pain: A systematic review	18
Response variation as a result of tai chi on resting blood pressure in hypertensive adults: An aggregate data meta-analysis	18
Effects of aromatherapy on discomfort in mothers undergoing cesarean section: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials	18
Beyond standard treatment: A qualitative descriptive study of cancer patients' perceptions of hypnotherapy in cancer care	17
The practitioner research and collaboration Initiative (PRACI): Updated characteristics of the world's largest complementary medicine practice-based research network	17
The effectiveness and safety of Jihwang-eumja (Dihuang Yizi) compared to Western medications in patients with Alzheimer's disease: A systematic review and meta-analysis	17
Healthcare professionals' perceptions of hypnotherapy in cancer care: Development and validation of a survey	17
Effects of Optimal Tai Chi forms in alleviating knee pain among Hispanic people with knee osteoarthritis: A case series	17
Hypnotherapy as a medical treatment: Evidence-based or pseudoscience?	16
‘Touch for Health’ based kinesiology interventions: An innovative qualitative research exploring clients' perspectives	16
Effects of progressive muscle relaxation on health-related outcomes in cancer patients: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials	16
Creative art therapy for postpartum depression： A systematic review and meta-analysis	16
Progressive resistance exercise as complementary therapy improves quality of life and body composition in anorexia nervosa: A randomized controlled trial	16
Yoga for COVID-19: An ancient practice for a new condition – A literature review	16
Effects of propolis on inflammation markers in patients undergoing hemodialysis: A randomized, double-blind controlled clinical trial	15
Quantitative Evidence of the effect of Baduanjin exercise on quality of life and cardiac function in adults with chronic heart failure	15
Effectiveness of interventions using apps to improve physical activity, sedentary behavior and diet: An umbrella review	15
Efficacy and safety of Duhuo Jisheng decoction combined with Western medicine in the treatment of ankylosing spondylitis: A systematic review and meta-analysis	15
The Flow-Clutch Scale: Translation and validation study of the Chinese version	15
Effectiveness of different traditional Chinese medicine injections in patients with diabetic lower extremity arterial disease: A Bayesian network meta-analysis	14
A qualitative study of Naturopaths and Herbalists’ experiences of the 2022 Northern New South Wales and Southeast Queensland flood events	14
Clinician views on acupuncture for acute pain care in a busy urban emergency department	14
Transcutaneous electrical acupoint stimulation combined with core stability training in postpartum women with diastasis rectus abdominis	14
Editorial Board	14
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The effect of aromatherapy and Su Jok interventions on post-cesarean pain	13
The influence of early virtual reality intervention on pain, anxiety, and function following primary total knee arthroplasty	13
Relationships between physical activity, sleep, and screen time with academic performance and psychological functioning among US children and adolescents with depression	13
Effects of mind-body exercise in children with cerebral palsy—A systematic review and meta-analysis	13
Recommending yoga for health: A survey of perceptions among healthcare practitioners in the UK	13

The effect of gentle human touch on pain, comfort and physiological parameters in preterm infants during heel lancing	12
New approaches to the effectiveness of inhalation aromatherapy in controlling painful conditions: A systematic review with meta-analysis	12
Treatment of traumatic facial paralysis in a child with electroacupuncture and hyperbaric oxygen: A case report	12
Making sense of complexity: A qualitative ‘Framework’ analysis of naturopathic case management and clinical reasoning	12
The effect of Tai Chi/Qigong on depression and anxiety symptoms in adults with Cancer: A systematic review and meta-regression	12
Implementation considerations of aquatic therapy post-stroke: A qualitative study from Ontario, Canada	12
Effects of aromatherapy on nausea and vomiting in patients with cancer: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials	12
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Educating adolescents on preventing substance use: The role of 24-h movement behaviors ─ data from 2021 Youth Risk Behavior Surveillance	12
A case report of immediate effects of acupuncture on neuropathic cancer breakthrough pain	12
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Chinese patent medicine in the treatment of Parkinson's disease: A systematic review and network meta-analysis	11
Integrative oncology and patients refusing conventional anticancer treatments	11
Effectiveness of Muscle Energy Technique in patients with Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction: A systematic review	11
Resilience is associated with physical activity and sedentary behaviour recommendations attainment in Chinese university students	11
A randomized controlled trial on the seeds of Sophora alopecuroides var. alopecuroides for the treatment of acute heroin withdrawal syndrome	11
Tuina combined with Adjuvant therapy for lumbar disc herniation: A network meta-analysis	11
A constructivist grounded theory exploration of Mindfulness for Healthcare Professional students	11
Breast cancer survivors' physical activity, psychosocial beliefs, daily trip behaviors, and subjective well-being: A descriptive study	11
Robotic animal-assisted therapy as a complementary therapy in clinical practice: Exploring animal-assisted intervention professional perspectives	10
In vitro antibacterial activity of Western Australian honeys, and manuka honey, against bacteria implicated in impetigo	10
Alternative interventions in clinical mental health settings: A survey of mental health professionals' perceptions	10
Effectiveness of drama and music therapies as health communication interventions for reducing anxiety and posttraumatic disorders among children-victims of flood	10
Frequency of Vigorous physical activity and sleep difficulty in adolescents: A multiply-country cross-sectional study	10
Knowledge, attitude, practice, and perceived barriers to antenatal yoga among obstetricians and gynecologists in Bangladesh: A cross-sectional survey	10
Effective interventions to reduce burnout in nurses: A meta-analysis	10
Can an online expressive writing program support people with inflammatory bowel disease? A feasibility randomised controlled trial	10
Network meta-analysis of different traditional Chinese medicine therapies as adjuvant treatments for Alzheimer's disease	10
Mindfulness in adolescents and young adults with diabetes: An integrative review	10
Empowerment in naturopathy: A qualitative analysis of practitioner perspectives	10
Auricular acupuncture in TMD — A sham-controlled, randomized, clinical trial	10
Additional health education and nutrition management cause more weight loss than concurrent training in overweight young females	10
Hypnotherapy for chronic pelvic pain: A scoping systematic review and meta-analysis	10