PMID: Antibiotics (Basel). 2020 Jan 21 ;9(2). Epub 2020 Jan 21. PMID: 31973242 Abstract Title: Honey as a Strategy to Fightin Mixed-Biofilms with. Abstract: Fungal contaminations withspecies are commonly responsible for several infections, especially when associated to bacteria. The therapeutic approach commonly used is being compromised due to microbial resistances of these microorganisms to antimicrobial …
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Antimicrobial activity of honey in periodontal disease: a systematic review.
PMID: J Antimicrob Chemother. 2020 Jan 16. Epub 2020 Jan 16. PMID: 31977042 Abstract Title: Antimicrobial activity of honey in periodontal disease: a systematic review. Abstract: BACKGROUND: Honey has shown positive antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory actions in several dermatological studies; however, it is unclear if it could be effective in the treatment of periodontal disease.OBJECTIVES: To …
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Electroacupuncture attenuates limb ischemia-reperfusion-induced lung injury.
PMID: J Surg Res. 2020 02 ;246:170-181. Epub 2019 Oct 4. PMID: 31590030 Abstract Title: Electroacupuncture Attenuates Limb Ischemia-Reperfusion-Induced Lung Injury Via p38 Mitogen-Activated Protein Kinase-Nuclear Factor Erythroid-2-Related Factor-2/Heme Oxygenase Pathway. Abstract: BACKGROUND: Electroacupuncture has been reported to protect the body from organ damages, but its mechanisms remain to be explored. This research was designed …
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Acupuncture can be suggested as a safe and suitable therapeutic method in carpal tunnel syndrome.
PMID: Altern Ther Health Med. 2019 Oct 1. Epub 2019 Oct 1. PMID: 31634868 Abstract Title: Acupuncture for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: A Randomized Controlled Trial Studying Changes in Clinical Symptoms and Electrodiagnostic Tests. Abstract: Background: Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is the most frequent entrapment neuropathy in humans. Nonsurgical management is still a matter of debate, …
Electroacupuncture can up-regulate the expression of angiogenesis-related factors in middle cerebral artery occlusion.
PMID: Zhen Ci Yan Jiu. 2019 Oct 25 ;44(10):715-21. PMID: 31657160 Abstract Title: [Effects of electroacupuncture on morphology of neovascularization and expression of angiogenesis-related factors in ischemic brain tissue of cerebral ischemia rats]. Abstract: OBJECTIVE: To observe the change of neovascular morphology and angiogenesis related factors in the ischemic cerebral area after cerebral infarction and …
Auricular acupressure may be added to routine care including use of laxatives to prevent constipation in leukemia patients undergoing chemotherapy.
PMID: Complement Med Res. 2018 ;25(6):406-412. Epub 2018 Oct 30. PMID: 30372690 Abstract Title: Efficacy of Non-Invasive Auricular Acupressure for Treating Constipation in Leukemia Patients Undergoing Chemotherapy: A Systematic Review. Abstract: BACKGROUND: The aim of this systematic review was to evaluate the available evidence from randomized controlled trials (RCTs) of auricular acupressure (AA) therapy for …
Auricular acupressure can reduce adverse side effects of chemotherapy in women with ovarian cancer.
PMID: Support Care Cancer. 2019 Nov ;27(11):4155-4163. Epub 2019 Feb 22. PMID: 30796521 Abstract Title: Auricular acupressure: reducing side effects of chemotherapy in women with ovarian cancer. Abstract: PURPOSE: Many women with ovarian cancer may experience adverse effects from adjuvant chemotherapy after surgery. Non-pharmacological interventions can be used to reduce these side effects. We tested …
Auricular acupressure using vaccaria seeds was effective in decreasing total cholesterol levels and low-density lipoprotein cholesterol levels.
PMID: Complement Ther Clin Pract. 2019 May ;35:316-322. Epub 2019 Mar 18. PMID: 31003676 Abstract Title: Effects of auricular acupressure on obesity in adolescents. Abstract: BACKGROUND: and purpose: Adolescent obesity has been increasing globally, and intervention is important. This study examined the effects of auricular acupressure on reducing obesity in adolescents.MATERIALS AND METHODS: Participants were …
These study findings demonstrated the promising effectiveness of auricular point acupressure in the management of chemotherapy-induced neuropathy.
PMID: Pain Manag Nurs. 2019 Dec ;20(6):623-632. Epub 2019 Jun 14. PMID: 31204029 Abstract Title: Preliminary Effectiveness of Auricular Point Acupressure on Chemotherapy-Induced Neuropathy: Part 2 Laboratory-Assessed and Objective Outcomes. Abstract: PURPOSE: To manage chemotherapy-induced neuropathy (CIN), this paper explores reliable and valid objectives measures to evaluate the treatment effects of auricular point acupressure (APA).DESIGN/METHOD: …
Auricular acupressure was effective for symptom improvement in patients with irritable bowel syndrome.
PMID: Gastroenterol Nurs. 2019 Jun 25. Epub 2019 Jun 25. PMID: 31246633 Abstract Title: Effects of Auricular Acupressure on Women With Irritable Bowel Syndrome. Abstract: The purpose of this study was to examine the effect of auricular acupressure on bowel symptoms, stress, mental health, and heart rate variability in women with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). …
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