Research Results by Date

2010

• Benefits of a Placebo in Adults With IBS Do Not Depend on Deception, Study Shows
  Benefits of a placebo in adults with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) do not depend upon deception, new study shows. (December 2010)
• Study Finds Echinacea Does Not Reduce Duration and Severity of the Common Cold
  Researchers conducted a randomized controlled trial in which they studied the potential benefits of echinacea as a treatment of the common cold. (December 2010)
• Quality of Life and Safety of Tai Chi and Green Tea Extracts in Postmenopausal Women
  Tai chi and green tea supplements appear to be safe for postmenopausal women with low bone mineral density, but researchers noted that only tai chi had a positive impact on quality of life. (December 2010)
• Study Reveals Association Between Childhood Vaccination and Care by CAM Providers
  CAM use is associated with lower rates of childhood vaccinations and greater likelihood of contracting a vaccine-preventable disease. (November 2010)
• Analysis of National Survey Shows CAM Use in People With Pain or Neurological Conditions
  National survey shows that people who suffer from pain and neurological conditions are more likely than others to use CAM. (November 2010)
• Review of CAM Practices for Back and Neck Pain Shows Modest Results
  Evidence report suggests CAM therapies for back and neck pain offer modest benefits. (October 2010)
• Laboratory Study Shows Turmeric May Have Bone-Protective Effects
  Turmeric components called curcuminoids may protect bones against osteoporosis, according to a laboratory study in rats. (September 2010)
• Laboratory Study Suggests Potential Anti-Cancer Benefit of White Tea Extract
  Laboratory study suggests white tea extract may have an anti-tumor effect in lung cancer cells. (September 2010)
• Study Examines the Effects of Swedish Massage Therapy on Hormones, Immune Function
  Study suggests that one session of Swedish massage can affect hormone production and the immune system in healthy adults. (September 2010)
• Tai Chi May Benefit Patients With Fibromyalgia
  Patients with fibromyalgia benefited more from tai chi than from standard stretching exercises in a 6-month study of 66 patients. (August 2010)
• Certain Categories of Complementary Therapies Appear To Benefit Older Adults
  National survey data indicate that use of certain categories of complementary and alternative therapies may be statistically associated with better health outcomes for people age 55 and older. (July 2010)
• Study Indicates Ginkgo biloba Does Not Reduce the Risk of Cancer
  Study results suggest that daily ingestion of Ginkgo biloba does not reduce the risk of cancer. (July 2010)
• Tai Chi and Qi Gong Show Some Beneficial Health Effects
  A review of scientific literature suggests that there is strong evidence of beneficial health effects of tai chi and qi gong, including for bone health, cardiopulmonary fitness, balance, and quality of life. (July 2010)
• Effects of Milk Thistle Extract on the Hepatitis C Virus Lifecycle
  Silymarin, an extract of the milk thistle plant, shows multiple effects against the hepatitis C virus in cultured human liver cells. (June 2010)
• Study Finds Shark Cartilage Extract Does Not Improve Lung Cancer Survival
  Shark cartilage extract shows no survival benefit for patients with lung cancer. (June 2010)
• Analysis of National Survey Reveals Perceived Benefit of CAM for Back Pain
  An analysis of the 2002 National Health Interview Survey found that about 6 percent of U.S. adults used CAM to treat their back pain and that many perceived the CAM therapy to be of great benefit. (June 2010)
• Two-Year Study of Knee Osteoarthritis Pain Reports Similar Outcomes With Glucosamine and Chondroitin, Celecoxib, and Placebo
  A long-term study of 662 people with knee osteoarthritis pain found similar outcomes with glucosamine and chondroitin, celecoxib, and placebo. (June 2010)
• The Intensity and Duration of Exposure to Light Can Affect the Circadian Rhythm
  Blue light affects the body’s internal clock, but new research shows that green light also plays a role in our circadian rhythms and sleep-related hormonal patterns. (May 2010)
• Study Finds Conventional Chemotherapy Better Than Enzyme Regimen for Patients With Inoperable Pancreatic Cancer
  Researchers compared gemcitabine-based chemotherapy with an alternative regimen in a group of patients with inoperable pancreatic cancer. (April 2010)
• Laboratory Study Suggests Potential Anti-Cancer Benefit of Ginseng
  An extract of American ginseng killed colorectal cancer cells in the laboratory and research suggests combined use with antioxidants may increase potency. (March 2010)
• Study Asks Adolescents With Inflammatory Bowel Disease About Use of CAM Mind-Body Therapies
  Study suggests that many adolescents with inflammatory bowel disease are using or would consider using complementary and alternative medicine to help manage their symptoms. (March 2010)
• Cinnamon Bark and Ginseng in Herbal Formulas Increase Life Span of Roundworms
  Researchers used roundworms with a brief life span to study the effects of two complex herbal formulas that people take to combat adverse effects of aging. (February 2010)
• Long-Term Yoga Practice May Decrease Women's Stress
  Results from research suggest that women who practice yoga regularly recover from stress faster than less experienced yoga practitioners. (February 2010)
• Study of Spinal Manipulative Therapy for Neck-Related Headaches Reports Findings on Dose and Efficacy
  Previous research suggests that spinal manipulative therapy may be helpful for various types of chronic headaches. (February 2010)
• Supportive Patient-Practitioner Relationships May Benefit Patients
  Clinical trial participants with irritable bowel syndrome benefited from placebo (simulated) acupuncture, especially when they had supportive interactions with the acupuncture practitioner. (February 2010)
• Magnesium Supplements May Benefit People With Asthma
  Magnesium supplements may help people with mild-to-moderate asthma. (February 2010)
• Mouse Study Shows Green Tea Polyphenols May Repair DNA Damage Caused by UV Radiation
  Mouse study shows green tea extract blocks UV-induced immunosuppression, indicating a mechanism by which it may prevent skin cancer. (February 2010)
• Ginkgo Does Not Shield Seniors' Hearts, But It May Protect Their Leg Arteries
  Large study in older adults shows Ginkgo biloba does not prevent cardiovascular events but may reduce the risk of peripheral arterial disease. (January 2010)
• Preliminary Trial Finds Possible Benefits of Osteopathic Treatment for Back Pain During the Third Trimester of Pregnancy
  A preliminary study of 144 women in the third trimester of pregnancy indicates that osteopathic manipulative treatment may have benefits for back function. (January 2010)
• A Form of Acupuncture May Help in Opioid Addiction
  A form of acupuncture that uses electrical stimulation at points on the body may help people addicted to opioid drugs. (January 2010)