In this study, the authors performed a systematic search according to PRISMA guidelines. The database PubMed was searched from January 1, 2006 to December 31, 2016 with restriction to human studies in English language....
When providers consider walking, fall risk, and balance issues, clinical trials show growing evidence that tai chi may offer inexpensive solutions for patients. National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH), Harvard Medical School,...
The article reviews selected complementary health approaches for the treatment of depressive symptoms. Patient use of integrative health practices and products, which focuses on the whole person with the goal of optimal health-body,...
The US Department of Health and Human Services lists a 2-year, minimum symptom profile of depression, as the diagnostic criteria for Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). Some symptoms may include low energy, poor sleep, overeating,...
The Journal of Palliative Medicine just released a study to summarize the literature related to nonpharmacological interventions to improve sleep among adults with advanced serious illness. A total of 31 individual interventions were identified,...
In a recent article, Oregon Healthcare News reminded healthcare providers to use caution when looking to boost business and profits by using mutually-beneficial internet relationships. The federal government - and multiple states - have...
An article published in Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies details the evidence for including pilates in physical rehabilitation. Pilates is a system of exercise focusing upon controlled movement, stretching and breathing. Pilates is...
The high prevalence of stress at the workplace has been well documented; however, few studies have investigated the efficacy of worksite resiliency programs. Until now. A group from the Mayo Clinic came together to examine...
Although there is insufficient evidence that any natural products can relieve fibromyalgia pain (with the exception of vitamin D supplementation, when deficiencies are present) current randomized clinical trials and systematic reviews are providing encouraging...