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Cupping for Treating Pain: A Systematic Review

Korea Institute of Oriental Medicine 2011 n=7 publication Evidence: low

Kim Jong-In, Lee Myeong Soo, Lee Dong-Hyo, Boddy Kate, Ernst Edzard

Title

Cupping for Treating Pain: A Systematic Review

Hypothesis

The study aims to assess the evidence for or against the effectiveness of cupping as a treatment option for pain.

Conclusion

The results suggest some evidence for the effectiveness of cupping in managing pain, but the quality and quantity of the studies are insufficient for firm conclusions.

Comparing Surgery and Infliximab for Crohn's Disease

Academic Medical Center, Amsterdam, The Netherlands 2008 n=130 publication Evidence: moderate

Eshuis Emma J, Bemelman Willem A, van Bodegraven Ad A, Sprangers Mirjam AG, Bossuyt Patrick MM, de Wit AW Marc van Milligen, Crolla Rogier MPH, Cahen Djuna L, Oostenbrug Liekele E, Sosef Meindert N, Voorburg Annet MCJ, Davids Paul HP, van der Woude C Janneke, Lange Johan, Mallant Rosalie C, Boom Maarten J, Lieverse Rob J, van der Zaag Edwin S, Houben Martin HMG, Vecht Juda, Pierik Robert EGJM, van Ditzhuijsen Theo JM, Prins Hubert A, Marsman Willem A, Stockmann Henricus B, Brink Menno A, Consten Esther CJ, van der Werf Sjoerd DJ, Marinelli Andreas WKS, Jansen Jeroen M, Gerhards Michael F, Bolwerk Clemens JM, Stassen Laurents PS, Spanier BW Marcel, Bilgen Ernst Jan Spillenaar, van Berkel Anne-Marie, Cense Huib A, van Heukelem Henk A, van de Laar Arnold, Slot Warner Bruins, Eijsbouts Quirijn A, van Ooteghem Nancy AM, van Wagensveld Bart, van den Brande Jan MH, van Geloven Anna AW, Bruin Karien F, Maring John K, Oldenburg Bas, van Hillegersberg Richard, de Jong Dirk J, Bleichrodt Robert, van der Peet Donald L, Dekkers Pascal EP, Goei T Hauwy, Stokkers Pieter CF

Title

Comparing Surgery and Infliximab for Crohn's Disease

Hypothesis

Is laparoscopic ileocolic resection more effective than infliximab treatment for recurrent Crohn's disease of the distal ileum?

Conclusion

The study aims to determine whether infliximab treatment or surgery is the better option for patients with recurrent distal ileitis in Crohn's disease.

The Impact of Seasonality on Phenolic Compounds in Baccharis dracunculifolia

Faculdade de Ciências Farmacêuticas de Ribeirão Preto, Universidade de São Paulo 2011 n=1000 publication 10 minutes Evidence: moderate

João Paulo B. de Sousa, Mateus F. Leite, Renata F. Jorge, Dimas O. Resende, Ademar A. da Silva Filho, Niege A. J. C. Furtado, Ademilson E. E. Soares, Augusto C. C. Spadaro, Pedro Melillo de Magalhães, Jairo K. Bastos

Title

The Impact of Seasonality on Phenolic Compounds in Baccharis dracunculifolia

Hypothesis

How does seasonality affect the phenolic compounds in Baccharis dracunculifolia?

Conclusion

The best time to harvest Baccharis dracunculifolia for optimal phenolic compound yield is between December and April.

HIV Prevalence Estimates in Rural South Africa

Africa Centre for Health & Population Studies, KwaZulu Natal, South Africa 2007 n=14476 publication 10 minutes Evidence: moderate

Brian D Rice, Jörg Bätzing-Feigenbaum, Victoria Hosegood, Frank Tanser, Caterina Hill, Till Barnighausen, Kobus Herbst, Tanya Welz, Marie-Louise Newell

Title

HIV Prevalence Estimates in Rural South Africa

Hypothesis

How do population-based and antenatal-care HIV prevalence estimates compare among women in a rural South African population?

Conclusion

Population-based surveillance likely under-estimates HIV prevalence, while ANC sentinel surveillance may over-estimate it due to selection biases.

Factors Affecting Survey Engagement in Older Adults

Boston University School of Public Health 2024 n=611 publication Evidence: moderate

Zhang Yuankai, Pathiravasan Chathurangi, Rong Jian, Borrelli Belinda, Faro Jamie, Wang Xuzhi, Liu Chunyu, Murabito Joanne

Title

Factors Affecting Survey Engagement in Older Adults

Hypothesis

What factors influence long-term survey response among older adults?

Conclusion

Sociodemographic, health-related, and technological factors significantly influence digital survey engagement among older adults.

Osteopathic Treatment for Pandemic Influenza: Questions and Considerations

University of North Texas Health Science Center-Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine 2007 n=35000 Commentary Evidence: low

Sanderlin Brent W, Licciardone John C

Title

Osteopathic Treatment for Pandemic Influenza: Questions and Considerations

Hypothesis

Can osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT) be effectively used as an adjunct therapy during a pandemic of avian influenza?

Conclusion

The use of OMT during an influenza pandemic raises significant questions about its efficacy and feasibility.

Mapping CAM Research in the UK

Centre for Complementary Healthcare and Integrated Medicine, Thames Valley University 2011 n=80 publication Evidence: moderate

Nicola Robinson, George Lewith

Title

Mapping CAM Research in the UK

Hypothesis

There is a need to develop rigorous research in Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) to support its integration into the NHS.

Conclusion

The survey identified 80 research-active postgraduate students in CAM across 21 universities in the UK, indicating a growing research capacity in this field.

Arabinose and Its Effects on Inflammaging

University of Memphis 2024 publication Evidence: moderate

Brenda Landvoigt Schmitt, Patricia Silva da Pantoja, Brandt D Pence

Title

Arabinose and Its Effects on Inflammaging

Hypothesis

Does arabinose impact the gene expression of pro-inflammatory cytokines and bioenergetic cell metabolism in the context of inflammaging?

Conclusion

Arabinose improves mitochondrial function and reduces inflammation in cells under stress, suggesting potential benefits for older populations.

Borderline Gestational Diabetes Mellitus and Pregnancy Outcomes

The University of Adelaide 2008 n=1877 publication Evidence: moderate

Ju Hong, Rumbold Alice R, Willson Kristyn J, Crowther Caroline A

Title

Borderline Gestational Diabetes Mellitus and Pregnancy Outcomes

Hypothesis

What are the maternal and infant health outcomes in women with borderline gestational diabetes mellitus compared to those with normal glucose tolerance?

Conclusion

Women with borderline gestational diabetes mellitus and their infants had an increased risk of adverse health outcomes compared to women with a negative oral glucose challenge test.

Complete Genomes of Marine RNA Viruses

University of British Columbia 2007 publication 10 minutes Evidence: moderate

Culley Alexander I, Lang Andrew S, Suttle Curtis A

Title

Complete Genomes of Marine RNA Viruses

Hypothesis

What is the composition and population structure of the in situ marine RNA virus community?

Conclusion

The study reveals that novel polycistronic picorna-like viruses are widespread in coastal waters and suggests that many marine RNA viruses remain uncharacterized.

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