Traditional Thai herbal medicine as an alternative treatment for refractory chronic eczema
ConclusionsThe findings indicate that combined traditional Thai herbal formulations can be used to successfully treat chronic eczema and could be considered as an alternative treatment for refractory chronic eczema. (Source: EXPLORE: The Journal of Science and Healing)
Source: EXPLORE: The Journal of Science and Healing - October 13, 2019 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research

Exploratory analysis of cold, heat, deficiency, or excess pattern distribution in women with dysmenorrhea
ConclusionsWomen with dysmenorrhea have higher cold, deficiency, and excess pattern scores than those without dysmenorrhea. The longitudinal observation of these symptoms needs to be evaluated using a clinical prospective study design in accordance with pattern differentiation in the future. (Source: EXPLORE: The Journal of Science and Healing)
Source: EXPLORE: The Journal of Science and Healing - October 5, 2019 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research

The relationship between mindfulness, self-compassion and body appreciation
ConclusionsThe present study has established the strength of the predictive relationship between positive dimensions of self-compassion (self-kindness, common humanity) and body appreciation. The implications for clinical health practice are that fostering positive self-compassion in clients is essential to developing a positive body image. (Source: EXPLORE: The Journal of Science and Healing)
Source: EXPLORE: The Journal of Science and Healing - October 3, 2019 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research

The Benefits of Mindfulness-Based Interventions on Burnout Among Health Professionals: A Systematic Review
ConclusionThis review shows the overall insufficient level of evidence offered by the literature assessing the effects of MIs on burnout in health professional populations. However, some studies have reported promising results and future research should address methodological issues and define more precise contexts of interventions and target populations that could benefit from MIs. (Source: EXPLORE: The Journal of Science and Healing)
Source: EXPLORE: The Journal of Science and Healing - October 3, 2019 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research

Effect of acupressure at Sanyinjiao on albuminuria in patients with early diabetic nephropathy: A single-blind, randomized, controlled preliminary study
ConclusionAcupressure at Sanyinjiao for 8 weeks may reduce albuminuria in patients with DN. However, this study was a preliminary design. (Source: EXPLORE: The Journal of Science and Healing)
Source: EXPLORE: The Journal of Science and Healing - September 22, 2019 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research