Traditional Chinese Medicine Self-Care and Lifestyle Medicine Outside of Asia: A Systematic Literature Review

2019 ◽  
Vol 25 (8) ◽  
pp. 789-808 ◽  
Author(s):  
Alaia Harvie ◽  
Amie Steel ◽  
Jon Wardle
Keyword(s):  
Chinese Medicine ◽  
Traditional Chinese Medicine ◽  
Literature Review ◽  
Systematic Literature Review ◽  
Self Care ◽  
Lifestyle Medicine

scholarly journals Sjogren's syndrome in clinical trials of traditional Chinese medicine: protocol for the development of a core outcome set

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ming Liu ◽  
Ya Gao ◽  
Yuan Yuan ◽  
Shuzhen Shi ◽  
Kelu Yang ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Clinical Trials ◽  
Chinese Medicine ◽  
Traditional Chinese Medicine ◽  
Literature Review ◽  
Systematic Literature Review ◽  
Sjogren’S Syndrome ◽  
Sjogren's Syndrome ◽  
Core Outcome ◽  
Initial List ◽  
Three Phases

Abstract Background: Sjogren's syndrome (SS) is a chronic autoimmune rheumatic disease, and the incidence of 0.03% to 0.3%. There are an increasing number of randomised controlled trials of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) for SS. However, there are generally some problems in clinical trials: lack of reporting primary or long term outcomes, and the heterogeneous in different clinical trials’ outcome. Our study aims to determine the priority outcomes and standard TCM syndromes for all stakeholders, and reach agreement on the COS and syndromes to be measured and reported in all future TCM trials in patients with SS.Methods: A phase-wise refinement approach will be used, consisting of three phases, yet complementary, sub-work phases, whereby each phase will inform the next coming phases. The following are the three phases: (Ⅰ-a) Identifying of a long initial list of outcomes through: (1) systematic literature review; (2) semi-structured qualitative interviews. (Ⅰ-b) Identifying an initial list of TCM syndromes through: (1) systematic literature review; (2) referencing ancient Chinese medical books; (3) retrospective studies of medical records. (Ⅱ) Prioritization of outcomes using Delphi survey with different stakeholders, such as health professionals and patients. (Ⅲ) Through consensus meetings with patients and professionals to agree on the final COS and TCM syndromes.Results: We summarized the actions of COS into three points: direct action, indirect action, final action. Our study is very necessary.Conclusion: After the final COSs is completed, we will publish this research in a journal to promote communication.Trial registration number: Core Outcome Measures in Effectiveness Trials Initiative (COMET) number: 1429.

Sjogren's Syndrome in Clinical Trials of Traditional Chinese Medicine: Protocol for the Development of a Core Outcome Set

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Guangyan Chen ◽  
Yuan Yuan ◽  
Ming Liu ◽  
Bin Pu
Keyword(s):  
Clinical Trials ◽  
Chinese Medicine ◽  
Traditional Chinese Medicine ◽  
Literature Review ◽  
Systematic Literature Review ◽  
Core Outcome Set ◽  
Core Outcome ◽  
Outcome Set ◽  
Initial List ◽  
Three Phases

Abstract Background: Sjogren's syndrome (SS) is a chronic autoimmune rheumatic disease, and the incidence of 0.03% to 0.3%. There are an increasing number of randomised controlled trials of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) for SS. However, there are generally some problems in clinical trials: lack of reporting primary or long term outcomes, and the heterogeneous in different clinical trials’ outcome. Our study aims to determine the priority outcomes and standard TCM syndromes for all stakeholders, and reach agreement on the core outcome set (COS) and syndromes to be measured and reported in all future TCM trials in patients with SS. Methods: A phase-wise refinement approach will be used, consisting of three phases, yet complementary, sub-work phases, whereby each phase will inform the next coming phases. The following are the three phases: (Ⅰ-a) Identifying of a long initial list of outcomes through: (1) systematic literature review; (2) semi-structured qualitative interviews. (Ⅰ-b) Identifying an initial list of TCM syndromes through: (1) systematic literature review; (2) referencing ancient Chinese medical books; (3) retrospective studies of medical records. (Ⅱ) Prioritization of outcomes using Delphi survey with different stakeholders, such as health professionals and patients. (Ⅲ) Through consensus meetings with patients and professionals to agree on the final COS and TCM syndromes.Results: We summarized the actions of COS into three points: direct action, indirect action, final action. Our study is very necessary.Conclusion: After the final COSs is completed, we will publish this research in a journal to promote communication.Trial registration number: Core Outcome Measures in Effectiveness Trials Initiative (COMET) number: 1429.

scholarly journals Sjogren’s syndrome in clinical trials of traditional Chinese medicine: protocol for the development of a core outcome set

Trials ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 22 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Ming Liu ◽  
Ya Gao ◽  
Yuan Yuan ◽  
Shuzhen Shi ◽  
Kelu Yang ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Clinical Trials ◽  
Chinese Medicine ◽  
Traditional Chinese Medicine ◽  
Literature Review ◽  
Systematic Literature Review ◽  
Sjogren’S Syndrome ◽  
Sjogren's Syndrome ◽  
Core Outcome ◽  
Initial List ◽  
Three Phases

Abstract Background Sjogren’s syndrome (SS) is a chronic autoimmune rheumatic disease with an incidence of 0.03 to 0.3%. In recent years, there are an increasing number of randomized controlled trials of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) for SS. However, there are generally some problems in these published clinical trials: lack of reporting primary or long-term outcomes and the heterogeneous in different clinical trials’ outcome. Our study aims to determine the priority outcomes and standard TCM syndromes for all stakeholders and reach agreement on the COS and syndromes to be measured and reported in all future TCM trials in patients with SS. Methods and analysis A phase-wise refinement approach will be used, consisting of three phases, yet complementary, sub-work phases, whereby each phase will inform the next coming phases. The following are the three phases: (I-a) identifying of a long initial list of outcomes through systematic literature review and semi-structured qualitative interviews and (I-b) identifying an initial list of TCM syndromes through (1) systematic literature review, (2) referencing ancient Chinese medical books, and (3) retrospective studies of medical records; (II) prioritization of outcomes using Delphi survey with different stakeholders, such as health professionals and patients; and (III) through consensus meetings with patients and professionals to agree on the final COS and TCM syndromes. Discussion We summarized the actions of COS into three points: direct action, indirect action, and final action. After the final COSs is completed, we will publish this research in a journal to promote communication. Trial registration Core Outcome Measures in Effectiveness Trials Initiative (COMET) number 1429. Registered on 01 December 2019.

A Literature Review on Indigowoad Root Hydrogel Development for Skincare

2021 ◽  
Vol 14 (1) ◽  
pp. 95-98
Author(s):  
Siukan Law ◽  
Chuiman Lo ◽  
Jie Han ◽  
Albert Wingnang Leung ◽  
Chuanshan Xu
Keyword(s):  
Drug Delivery ◽  
Chinese Medicine ◽  
Traditional Chinese Medicine ◽  
Literature Review ◽  
Surface Area ◽  
Large Surface Area ◽  
The Future ◽  
Yin Yang ◽  
Anti Inflammatory

Indigowoad Root is traditional Chinese medicine. It belongs to the “cool blood herb” category which has been used for anti-inflammatory and anti-infections situations regarding the Yin-Yang theory. Hydrogel is one of the biomaterials for drug delivery that provided a large surface area and permeability, enhanced the characteristics of solubility and absorption of traditional Chinese medicine, for example, curcumin. Based on the pieces of evidence, these might have some possible methods for the synthesis of Indigowoad Root hydrogel on skincare in the future.

scholarly journals Literature Review of Traditional Chinese Medicine Herbs–Induced Liver Injury From an Oncological Perspective With RUCAM

2019 ◽  
Vol 18 ◽  
pp. 153473541986947 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hei Ching Chow ◽  
Tsz Him So ◽  
Horace Cheuk Wai Choi ◽  
Ka On Lam
Keyword(s):  
Chinese Medicine ◽  
Traditional Chinese Medicine ◽  
Liver Injury ◽  
Literature Review ◽  
Symptom Relief ◽  
Assessment Method ◽  
Current Evidence ◽  
Pueraria Lobata ◽  
Level Of Evidence ◽  
Wide Range

Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) herbs are commonly regarded to be safe with minimal toxicities in Chinese communities. Cancer patients who are receiving Western oncology therapy often concurrently take TCM herbs for anticancer and symptom relief purposes. We performed a literature review for current evidence on TCM herb–induced liver injury from an oncological perspective. A literature search on PubMed was performed to identify publications regarding TCM herbs and concoctions with hepatoprotective or hepatotoxic properties. Lists of commonly used herbs and their causality levels were compiled. In view of the wide range of evidence available, cases assessed by the well-established RUCAM (Roussel Uclaf Causality Assessment Method) algorithm were categorized as the highest level of evidence. More than one case of TCM herb–induced liver injury was confirmed by RUCAM in the following herbs and concoctions: Lu Cha ( Camellia sinensis), Bai Xian Pi ( Dictamnus dasycarpus), Tu San Qi ( Gynura segetum), Jin Bu Huan ( Lycopodium serratum), He Shou Wu ( Polygoni multiflora), Ge Gen ( Pueraria lobata), Dan Lu Tong Du tablet, Shou Wu Pian, Xiao Chai Hu Tang, Xiao Yin pill, and Yang Xue Sheng Fa capsule. Finally, TCM with anticancer or symptom relief uses were discussed in detail with regard to their hepatotoxic or hepatoprotective properties.

Who Cares About Foot Care? Barriers and Enablers of Foot Self-care Practices Among Non-Institutionalized Older Adults Diagnosed With Diabetes

2014 ◽  
Vol 41 (1) ◽  
pp. 106-117 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lisa Matricciani ◽  
Sara Jones
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Literature Review ◽  
Systematic Literature Review ◽  
Health Care Professionals ◽  
Self Care ◽  
Prevention Measures ◽  
Barriers And Enablers ◽  
Foot Complications ◽  
Psychosocial Barriers ◽  
Care Practices

Purpose Appropriate and timely foot self-care practices may prevent diabetes-related foot complications. However, self-care practices are often neglected, particularly by older adults. The purpose of this study was to conduct an integrative, systematic literature review of the psychosocial barriers and enablers of foot self-care practices among older adults diagnosed with diabetes. Methods An integrative, systematic literature review and a deductive thematic analysis was conducted to determine psychosocial barriers and enablers of foot self-care practices among older adults. Results A total of 130 different studies were retrieved from the search strategy. From these, 9 studies were identified and included for review. Physical ability, perceived importance, patient knowledge, provision of education, social integration, risk status, and patient-provider communication were identified as key barriers and enablers of foot self-care. Participants at high risk of foot complications were found to perceive themselves at greater risk of complications, receive more education, and engage in better overall foot self-care practices compared to those at low risk of foot complications. Conclusion Foot self-care practices appear underutilized as primary prevention measures by older adults and are instead adopted only once complications have already occurred. Likewise, facilitators of foot self-care practices, such as education, appear to be reserved for individuals who have already developed foot complications. Health care professionals such as diabetes educators, podiatrists, and general practitioners may play an important role in the prevention of foot complications among older adults by recognizing, referring, and providing early education to older adults.

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