An Oncology Mind-Body Medicine Day Care Clinic: Concept and Case Presentation
Conclusions. The Essen-Mitte Clinics mind-body medicine day care clinic appears to alleviate psychological consequences of cancer and its treatment. Further studies and randomized controlled trials are necessary to confirm these results. (Source: Integrative Cancer Therapies)
Source: Integrative Cancer Therapies - October 17, 2013 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Paul, A., Cramer, H., Lauche, R., Altner, N., Langhorst, J., Dobos, G. J. Tags: Articles Source Type: research
Effect of Conjugated Linoleic Acid Supplementation on Inflammatory Factors and Matrix Metalloproteinase Enzymes in Rectal Cancer Patients Undergoing Chemoradiotherapy
Conclusion. According to our results, CLA supplementation improved inflammatory factors, MMP-2, and MMP-9 as biomarkers of angiogenesis and tumor invasion. It seems that CLA may provide new complementary treatment by reducing tumor invasion and resistance to cancer treatment in patients with rectal cancer. (Source: Integrative Cancer Therapies)
Source: Integrative Cancer Therapies - October 17, 2013 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Mohammadzadeh, M., Faramarzi, E., Mahdavi, R., Nasirimotlagh, B., Asghari Jafarabadi, M. Tags: Articles Source Type: research
We and They in the House of Healing: Debate Among Arab Complementary Medicine Practitioners on an Integrative Versus Alternative Approach to Supportive Cancer Care
Conclusions. The majority of Arab CTM therapists support integration of their treatments with the conventional system, but in practice, they are not sure how to bring about this change or create a parallel model in which 2 different systems are active, but not integrated. Our findings emphasized the need to promote doctor–CTM practitioner communication based on structured referral and bidirectional consultation. Moreover, we recommend intensifying research on the efficacy and safety of CTM in the Middle East and the potential role in promoting culture-based supportive care. (Source: Integrative Cancer Therapies)
Source: Integrative Cancer Therapies - October 17, 2013 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Popper-Giveon, A., Schiff, E., Ben-Arye, E. Tags: Articles Source Type: research
The Effect of EEG Biofeedback on Reducing Postcancer Cognitive Impairment
Conclusions. Data from this limited study suggest that EEG biofeedback has potential for reducing the negative cognitive and emotional sequelae of cancer treatment as well as improving fatigue and sleep patterns. (Source: Integrative Cancer Therapies)
Source: Integrative Cancer Therapies - October 17, 2013 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Alvarez, J., Meyer, F. L., Granoff, D. L., Lundy, A. Tags: Articles Source Type: research
Feasibility and Acceptability of a Tai Chi Chih Randomized Controlled Trial in Senior Female Cancer Survivors
Conclusion. The TCC intervention was found to be a feasible and acceptable modality for senior female cancer survivors. Future, larger definitive trials are needed to clarify TCC dosage effects on QOL in this vulnerable population. (Source: Integrative Cancer Therapies)
Source: Integrative Cancer Therapies - October 17, 2013 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Campo, R. A., O'Connor, K., Light, K. C., Nakamura, Y., Lipschitz, D. L., LaStayo, P. C., Pappas, L., Boucher, K., Irwin, M. R., Agarwal, N., Kinney, A. Y. Tags: Articles Source Type: research
Rasayana Drugs From the Ayurvedic System of Medicine as Possible Radioprotective Agents in Cancer Treatment
The use of ionizing radiation, which is the cornerstone of cancer treatment, is compromised by the radiosensitivity of normal tissues. A chemical that can give selective benefit to the normal cells against the deleterious effects of ionizing radiation has been a long-sought goal. However, most of the compounds studied have shown inadequate clinical application owing to their inherent toxicity, undesirable side effects, and high cost. Studies carried out in the past 2 decades have shown that some of the classical Indian Ayurvedic drugs (Amritaprasham, Ashwagandha Rasayana, Brahma Rasayana, Chyavanprasha, Narasimha Rasayana,...
Source: Integrative Cancer Therapies - October 17, 2013 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Baliga, M. S., Meera, S., Vaishnav, L. K., Rao, S., Palatty, P. L. Tags: Articles Source Type: research
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Source: Integrative Cancer Therapies - October 17, 2013 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Olaku, O. Tags: Letter to the Editors Source Type: research
Best Case Series Program: Submission of Unconventional Therapies From India
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Source: Integrative Cancer Therapies - October 17, 2013 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Pal, S. K. Tags: Letter to the Editors Source Type: research
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Source: Integrative Cancer Therapies - October 17, 2013 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Block, K. I. Tags: Editorial Source Type: research
Induction of Cell Death in Renal Cell Carcinoma With Combination of D-Fraction and Vitamin C
Conclusion. The present study demonstrates that the combination of PDF and VC can become highly cytotoxic, inducing severe cell death in ACHN cells. This cytotoxic mechanism appears to be primarily attributed to oxidative stress, accompanied by a G1 cell cycle arrest. Such cell death induced by PDF + VC could be more likely linked to apoptosis, as indicated by the modulation of apoptosis regulators (Bcl2, Bax, and PARP). Therefore, as PDF and VC may work synergistically to induce apoptotic cell death, they may have clinical implications in an alternative, improved therapeutic modality for advanced RCC. (Source: Integrative Cancer Therapies)
Source: Integrative Cancer Therapies - August 27, 2013 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Alexander, B., Fishman, A. I., Eshghi, M., Choudhury, M., Konno, S. Tags: Articles Source Type: research
Antihyperglycemic Drug Gymnema sylvestre Also Shows Anticancer Potentials in Human Melanoma A375 Cells via Reactive Oxygen Species Generation and Mitochondria-Dependent Caspase Pathway
Conclusion. Overall results indicate GS to have significant anticancer effect on A375 cells apart from its reported antidiabetic effect, indicating possibility of its palliative use in patients with symptoms of both the diseases. (Source: Integrative Cancer Therapies)
Source: Integrative Cancer Therapies - August 27, 2013 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Chakraborty, D., Ghosh, S., Bishayee, K., Mukherjee, A., Sikdar, S., Khuda-Bukhsh, A. R. Tags: Articles Source Type: research
Neither Heavy nor Light Load Resistance Exercise Acutely Exacerbates Lymphedema in Breast Cancer Survivor
Conclusions. Upper body resistance exercise does not acutely increase swelling or feelings of discomfort/pain, heaviness tightness in the affected limb of BCRL patients when performed at either high or low loads. (Source: Integrative Cancer Therapies)
Source: Integrative Cancer Therapies - August 27, 2013 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Cormie, P., Galvao, D. A., Spry, N., Newton, R. U. Tags: Articles Source Type: research
Survival Benefit of Traditional Chinese Herbal Medicine (a Herbal Formula for Invigorating Spleen) for Patients With Advanced Gastric Cancer
Conclusions. TCHM has an important potential value for improving the prognosis of patients with AGC. (Source: Integrative Cancer Therapies)
Source: Integrative Cancer Therapies - August 27, 2013 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Xu, Y., Zhao, A. G., Li, Z. Y., Zhao, G., Cai, Y., Zhu, X. H., Cao, N. D., Yang, J. K., Zheng, J., Gu, Y., Han, Y. Y., Zhu, Y. J., Yang, J. Z., Gao, F., Wang, Q. Tags: Articles Source Type: research
A Randomized Controlled Trial of Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction for Women With Early-Stage Breast Cancer Receiving Radiotherapy
Conclusions. MBSR appears to facilitate psychosocial adjustment in BrCA patients receiving radiotherapy, suggesting applicability for MBSR as adjunctive therapy in oncological practice. (Source: Integrative Cancer Therapies)
Source: Integrative Cancer Therapies - August 27, 2013 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Henderson, V. P., Massion, A. O., Clemow, L., Hurley, T. G., Druker, S., Hebert, J. R. Tags: Articles Source Type: research
The Impact of Music Interventions on Anxiety for Adult Cancer Patients: A Meta-Analysis and Systematic Review
Conclusion. The meta-analytic results failed to demonstrate a positive effect on anxiety among adult cancer patients in treatment but may in part be attributed to the small sample size. These findings are in contrast to a prior meta-analysis that analyzed all studies regardless of methodological rigor. More research is needed to ascertain the most optimal intervention methodology and which cancer populations or treatment modalities are appropriate for such an intervention. (Source: Integrative Cancer Therapies)
Source: Integrative Cancer Therapies - August 27, 2013 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Nightingale, C. L., Rodriguez, C., Carnaby, G. Tags: Articles Source Type: research
