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Acupuncture is more effective than control treatment in alleviating pain and improving well-being in both the short- and long-term in patients with fibromyalgia.
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Acupuncture and moxibustion therapy show greater effectiveness than oral sulphasalazine in treating inflammatory bowel diseases.
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Published research studies are articles that present the findings of original research that has undergone a peer-review process and has been made publicly available in scholarly journals, books or other media.
Therapeutic Effect and Mechanism of Acupuncture in Autoimmune Diseases
2022 Mar 10 The American Journal of Chinese Medicine Jing Wang, Fangyi Zhu, Wei Huang, Zhengyi Chen, Ping Zhao, Yanting Lei, et al.
Review Article Rheumatoid Arthritis Inflammatory Bowel Disease Multiple SclerosisAcupuncture shows promising results in managing autoimmune diseases by potentially regulating immune responses.
Effect of Acupuncture on Pain, Fatigue, Sleep, Physical Function, Stiffness, Well-Being, and Safety in Fibromyalgia: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
2022 Feb Journal of Pain Research Zheng C, Zhou T
Systematic Review Meta-Analysis Fibromyalgia Autoimmune DiseasesAcupuncture is more effective than control treatment in alleviating pain and improving well-being in both the short- and long-term in patients with fibromyalgia.
Honey Bee Products: Preclinical and Clinical Studies of Their Anti-inflammatory and Immunomodulatory Properties
2022 Jan 03 Frontiers in Nutrition El-Seedi HR, Eid N, Abd El-Wahed AA, Rateb ME, Afifi HS, Algethami AF, et al.
Bee products, including propolis, royal jelly, honey, bee venom, and bee pollen, show potential therapeutic effects in regulating inflammatory mediator production, improving immune response, and acting as anti-inflammatory, immune protective, antioxidant, anti-apoptotic, and antimicrobial agents.
Review Article
Vitamin D Resistance as a Possible Cause of Autoimmune Diseases: A Hypothesis Confirmed by a Therapeutic High-Dose Vitamin D Protocol
2021 Apr 07 Frontiers in Immunology Lemke D, Klement RJ, Schweiger F, Schweiger B, Spitz J
We argue that acquired vitamin D resistance provides a plausible pathomechanism for the development of autoimmune diseases, which could be treated using high-dose vitamin D3 therapy.
Theoretical Article Autoimmune Disease Vitamin D
CASE REPORT – ACUPUNCTURE TREATMENT IN FEMALE PATIENT PRESENTED WITH PRIMARY HYPOTHYROIDISM
2020 Jun 29 International Journal of Research -GRANTHAALAYAH Arsovska B, Zhu J, Kozovska K
Acupuncture treatment, administered over a period of 8 months with 34 sessions, demonstrated effectiveness in managing primary hypothyroidism. The patient, after 6 months of acupuncture therapy, successfully discontinued medicament therapy with Euthirox. Anti-TPO levels decreased from 425 to 70.3 IU/ml, and both TSH and fT4 levels were maintained within the normal range. While acknowledging the need for a long-term approach, the study suggests that acupuncture can be exceptionally effective in treating primary hypothyroidism, particularly in cases associated with autoimmune diseases like Hashimoto's thyroiditis.
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Acupuncture shows promising results in managing autoimmune diseases by potentially regulating immune responses.
2022 The American Journal of Chinese Medicine Therapeutic Effect and Mechanism of Acupuncture in Autoimmune Diseases Jing Wang, Fangyi Zhu, Wei Huang, Zhengyi Chen, Ping Zhao, Yanting Lei, et al.
Review Article Inflammatory Bowel Disease Multiple Sclerosis Rheumatoid Arthritis
The methodology of the study involved a comprehensive review of how acupuncture, a form of traditional Chinese medicine, may be employed as a treatment method for autoimmune diseases such as multiple sclerosis, rheumatoid arthritis, and inflammatory bowel disease. The research was based on existing knowledge and accumulating data, investigating the role of acupuncture in regulating immune responses during these conditions.
The discussion of the results revealed that acupuncture showed promise in managing these diseases. It was noted that the positive outcomes observed might be linked to the potential of acupuncture to regulate abnormal immune responses which are characteristic of autoimmune diseases. Despite the fact that the precise mechanism through which this achieved is not fully understood, the findings indicate a promising alternative method of managing autoimmune conditions.
Acupuncture is more effective than control treatment in alleviating pain and improving well-being in both the short- and long-term in patients with fibromyalgia.
2022 Journal of Pain Research Effect of Acupuncture on Pain, Fatigue, Sleep, Physical Function, Stiffness, Well-Being, and Safety in Fibromyalgia: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis Zheng C, Zhou T
Systematic Review Fibromyalgia
This meta-analysis included 12 studies with 715 participants comparing the effects of real acupuncture with control intervention. The results indicated that acupuncture could effectively relieve pain and improve well-being in patients with FM, with both short - and long-term benefits. However, acupuncture had no effect on fatigue, sleep, physical function, and stiffness compared with control treatment. The subgroup analysis indicated that the real acupuncture group produced more analgesic effects than the control group, with different number of sessions, types of acupuncture, and stimulation. In addition, acupuncture was not associated with serious reactions and had a reliable safety profile.
Avocado and soybean unsaponifiables may effectively reduce inflammation and symptoms related to osteoarthritis, autoimmune diseases, and menopause.
2020 Biomolecules Avocado–Soybean Unsaponifiables: A Panoply of Potentialities to Be Exploited Salehi B, Rescigno A, Dettori T, Calina D, Docea AO, Singh L, et al.
Review Article Autoimmune Disease Avocado-Soybean Unsaponifiables Menopause
The research involves summarizing various studies on the biological effects of the avocado-soybean unsaponifiables (ASU), highlighting its potent anti-inflammatory properties. The extracted ASU are a combination of elements derived from the fruits and seeds of avocados and soybeans. To understand its impact, the researchers categorized the applications of ASU in treating different conditions such as osteoarthritic pain, hip and knee osteoarthritis, autoimmune diseases, and menopause-related symptoms amongst postmenopausal women.
The discussion revealed significant links between avocado and soybean unsaponifiables and symptom improvement in areas of osteoarthritic pain, autoimmune conditions, and postmenopause. Particularly notable is the ASU mixture's potential role as an adjunct treatment, meaning it’s meant to supplement primary treatments for such conditions. Its benefits were not only limited to physical reduction of inflammation and associated pain, but also improved mood and quality of life for postmenopausal women by significantly reducing menopause-related symptoms. The study also delves into the safety, toxicological considerations, and regulatory practices related to the use of ASU.
Acupuncture and moxibustion therapy show greater effectiveness than oral sulphasalazine in treating inflammatory bowel diseases.
2013 Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine Acupuncture and Moxibustion for Inflammatory Bowel Diseases: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials Ji, J., Lu, Y., Liu, H., et al.
Systematic Review Inflammatory Bowel Disease Inflammatory Bowel Diseases Moxibustion
For the methodology, seven significant databases, both domestic and international, were meticulously searched to accumulate and examine randomized controlled trials (RCTs). These trials specifically compared acupuncture and moxibustion as the main intervention to pharmacotherapy in treating Inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD). In total, 43 RCTs were incorporated and examined, 10 of which distinctly compared oral sulphasalazine with acupuncture or/and moxibustion treatments.
In regards to the results received, the study found that acupuncture and moxibustion therapy displayed superior results when compared with oral sulphasalazine. This conclusion is drawn from the meta-analysis of the 10 trials focusing specifically on these treatments. Even though the systemic review presented several limitations and a definitive conclusion wasn't reached, it still laid groundwork for the potential effectiveness of acupuncture and moxibustion therapy in managing Inflammatory bowel diseases.
Review Articles
Review articles summarise and critically evaluate the current state of research on a specific topic or field by synthesising multiple primary research studies.
Therapeutic Effect and Mechanism of Acupuncture in Autoimmune Diseases
2022 Mar 10 The American Journal of Chinese Medicine Jing Wang, Fangyi Zhu, Wei Huang, Zhengyi Chen, Ping Zhao, Yanting Lei, et al.
Review Article Rheumatoid Arthritis Inflammatory Bowel Disease Multiple SclerosisAcupuncture shows promising results in managing autoimmune diseases by potentially regulating immune responses.
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Effect of Acupuncture on Pain, Fatigue, Sleep, Physical Function, Stiffness, Well-Being, and Safety in Fibromyalgia: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
2022 Feb Journal of Pain Research Zheng C, Zhou T
Systematic Review Meta-Analysis Fibromyalgia Autoimmune DiseasesAcupuncture is more effective than control treatment in alleviating pain and improving well-being in both the short- and long-term in patients with fibromyalgia.
Honey Bee Products: Preclinical and Clinical Studies of Their Anti-inflammatory and Immunomodulatory Properties
2022 Jan 03 Frontiers in Nutrition El-Seedi HR, Eid N, Abd El-Wahed AA, Rateb ME, Afifi HS, Algethami AF, et al.
Bee products, including propolis, royal jelly, honey, bee venom, and bee pollen, show potential therapeutic effects in regulating inflammatory mediator production, improving immune response, and acting as anti-inflammatory, immune protective, antioxidant, anti-apoptotic, and antimicrobial agents.
Review ArticleAvocado–Soybean Unsaponifiables: A Panoply of Potentialities to Be Exploited
2020 Jan 13 Biomolecules Salehi B, Rescigno A, Dettori T, Calina D, Docea AO, Singh L, et al.
Review Article Menopause Osteoarthritis Avocado-Soybean Unsaponifiables Autoimmune DiseaseAvocado and soybean unsaponifiables may effectively reduce inflammation and symptoms related to osteoarthritis, autoimmune diseases, and menopause.
Vitamin D, autoimmunity and recurrent pregnancy loss: More than an association
2018 Jun 19 American Journal of Reproductive Immunology Sharif K, Sharif Y, Watad A, Yavne Y, Lichtbroun B, Bragazzi NL, et al.
This review sheds light on the immunologic changes, which occur in early pregnancy and the regulatory role vitamin D has in the maintenance of this delicate balance.
Review Article Vitamin D Autoimmune Disease Miscarriage Autoimmune DiseasesPresentation Slides
Acupuncture shows promising results in managing autoimmune diseases by potentially regulating immune responses.
Acupuncture is more effective than control treatment in alleviating pain and improving well-being in both the short- and long-term in patients with fibromyalgia.
Avocado and soybean unsaponifiables may effectively reduce inflammation and symptoms related to osteoarthritis, autoimmune diseases, and menopause.
Acupuncture and moxibustion therapy show greater effectiveness than oral sulphasalazine in treating inflammatory bowel diseases.
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