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201 Chen, Y.M.; Ho, S.C.; Lam, S.S.; Ho, S.S.; Woo, J.L.
Beneficial effect of soy isoflavones on bone mineral content was modified by years since menopause, body weight, and calcium intake
A double-blind, randomized, controlled trial
Menopause, 2004, 11(3), 246-254
Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Calcium, Nutrition/diet, Gynaecology, Clinical research, Bones, Complementary and alternative medicine, Menopause, Minerals, Osteoporosis, Phytomedicine, Randomized trial
202 Basch, E.; Boon, H.; Davies-Heerema, T.; Foppo, I.; Hashmi, S.; Hasskarl, J.; Sollars, D.; Ulbricht, C.
Boswellia
An evidence-based systematic review by the Natural Standard Research Collaboration
J Herbal Pharmacother, 2004, 4(3), 63-83
Arthritis, Arthrosis, Asthma, Respiratory diseases, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Boswellia, Ulcerative colitis, Basic Research, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Crohn's disease, Pharmacology, Phytomedicine, posology, Systematic review
203 Yamashita, H.; Masuyama, S.; Otsuki, K.; Tsukayama, H.
Safety of acupuncture for osteoarthritis of the knee
A review of randomised controlled trials, focusing on specific reactions to acupuncture
Acupunct Med, 2006, 24 (Suppl.), S49-S52
Acupuncture, Arthrosis, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Knee arthrosis, Complementary and alternative medicine, Randomized trial, Traditional Chinese medicine, Review (CR)
204 Manheimer, E.; Lim, B.; Lao, L.; Berman, B.
Acupuncture for knee osteoarthritis
A randomised trial using a novel sham
Acupunct Med, 2006, 24 (Suppl.), S7-S14
Acupuncture, Arthrosis, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Knee arthrosis, Complementary and alternative medicine, Lifestyle modification, Mind-body medicine, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial, Traditional Chinese medicine
205 White, A.; Foster, N.; Cummings, M.; Barlas, P.
The effectiveness of acupuncture for knee osteoarthritis
A systematic review
Acupunct Med, 2006, 24 (Suppl.), S40-S48
Acupuncture, Arthrosis, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Meta-analysis, Systematic review, Traditional Chinese medicine
206 Vas, J.; Mendez, C.; Perea-Milla, E.
Acupuncture vs Streitberger needle in knee osteoarthritis
An RCT
Acupunct Med, 2006, 24 (Suppl.), S15-S24
Acupuncture, Arthrosis, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Knee arthrosis, Complementary and alternative medicine, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial, Traditional Chinese medicine
207 Yip, Y.B.; Tse, H.-M.S.; Wu, K.K.
An experimental study comparing the effects of combined transcutaneous acupoint electrical stimulation and electromagnetic millimeter waves for spinal pain in Hong Kong
Complement Ther Clin Pract, 2007, 13, 4-14
Acupuncture, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Electroacupuncture, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Randomized trial, Back pain (non-specific), Traditional Chinese medicine
208 Suen, L.K.P.; Wong, T.K.S.; Chung, J.W.Y.; Yip, V.Y.B.
Auriculotherapy on low back pain in the elderly
Complement Ther Clin Pract, 2007, 13, 63-69
Acupuncture, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Electroacupuncture, Geriatrics, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Ear acupuncture, Randomized trial, Back pain (non-specific), Traditional Chinese medicine
209 Wang, C.; Xiong, Z.; Deng, C.; Yu, W.; Ma, W.
Miniscalpel-Needle Versus Triggerpoint Injection for Cervical Myofascial Pain Syndrome
A Randomized Comparative Trial
J Altern Complement Med, 2007, 13(1), 14-16
Acupuncture, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Neck pain, Randomized trial, Traditional Chinese medicine, Review (CR)
210 Arroll, B.; Goodyear-Smith, F.
Corticosteroid injections for osteoarthritis of the knee
Meta-analysis
BMJ, 2004, (online first), 1-5
Arthrosis, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Knee arthrosis, Complementary and alternative medicine, Meta-analysis, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial
211 Shin, B.C.; Lee, M.S.
Effects of aromatherapy acupressure on hemiplegic shoulder pain and motor power in stroke patients
A pilot study
J Altern Complement Med, 2007, 13(2), 247-251
Acupressure, Acupuncture, Aromatherapy, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Hemiplegia, Cardiovascular diseases, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Nervous system, Phytomedicine, Randomized trial, Stroke, Pain, Schulterschmerz (unspezifisch), Traditional Chinese medicine
212 Banzer, W.; Hübscher, M.; Pfab, F.; Ziesing, A.; Vogt, L.
Akute Effekte der Nadelakupunktur auf die motorische Leistungsfähigkeit im Dehnungs-Verkürzungs-Zyklus
Forsch Komplementärmed, 2007, 14(2), 81-85
Acupuncture, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Healthy probands, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Muscles, Randomized trial, Sports medicine, Traditional Chinese medicine
213 Reginster, J.Y.; Deroisy, R.; Rovati, L.C.; Lee, R.L.; Lejeune, E.; Bruyere, O.; Giacovelli, G.; Henrotin
Long-term effects of glucosamine sulphate on osteoarthritis progression
Lancet, 2001, 357, 251-256
Arthrosis, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Glucosamin, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial
214 Schüller, B.K.; Neugebauer, E.A.M.
Evidenz zur Laserakupunktur bei orthopädischen Erkrankungen
Ein systematischer Review
Schmerz, 2008, 22(1), 9-15
Acupuncture, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Epicondylitis, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Laserneedle acupuncture, Systematic review, Traditional Chinese medicine
215 Willich, S.N.; Reinhold, T.; Selim, D.; Jena, S.; Brinkhaus, B.; Witt, C.
Cost-effectiveness of acupuncture treatment in patients with chronic neck pain
Pain, 2006, 125, 107-113
Acupuncture, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Neck pain, Economy, Randomized trial, Traditional Chinese medicine, Cost-effectiveness
216 Inoue, M.; Kitakoji, H.; Ishizaki, N.; Tawa, M.; Yano, T.; Katsumi, Y.; Kawakita, K.
Relief of low back pain immediately after acupuncture treatment
A randomized, placebo controlled trial
Acupunct Med, 2006, 24, 103-108
Acupuncture, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Low back pain, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial, Traditional Chinese medicine
217 Haraldsson, B.G.; Gross, A.R.; Myers, C.D.; Ezzo, J.M.; Morien, A.; Goldsmith, C.; Peloso, P.M.; Bronfort, G.
Massage for mechanical neck disorders
Cochrane Database Syst Rev, 2006, 3(CD004871), 1-58
Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Manual therapy, Massage, Neck pain, Systematic review
218 Ma, T.; Kao, M.J.; Lin, I.H.; Chiu, Y.-L.; Chien, C.; Ho, T.-J.; Chu, B.-C.; Chang, Y.-H.
A study on the clinical effects of physical therapy and acupuncture to treat spontaneous frozen shoulder
Am J Chin Med, 2006, 34, 759-775
Acupuncture, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Brachialgia, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Randomized trial, Traditional Chinese medicine
219 Kwon, Y.D.; Pittler, M.H.; Ernst, E.
Acupuncture for peripheral joint osteoarthritis
A systematic review and meta-analysis
Rheumatol, 2006, 45(11), 1331-1337
Acupuncture, Arthrosis, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Meta-analysis, Systematic review, Traditional Chinese medicine
220 Manheimer, E.; Linde, K.; Lao, L.; Bouter, L.M.; Berman, B.M.
Meta-analysis: Acupuncture for osteoarthritis of the knee
Ann Intern Med, 2007, 146(12), 868-877, W-199-W-202
Acupuncture, Arthrosis, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Knee arthrosis, Complementary and alternative medicine, Meta-analysis, Randomized trial, Traditional Chinese medicine
221 Mayhew, E.; Ernst, E.
Acupuncture for fibromyalgia
A systematic review of randomized clinical trials
Rheumatol, 2007, 46, 801-804
Acupuncture, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Fibromyalgia, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Randomized trial, Systematic review, Traditional Chinese medicine
222 Vas, J.; Perea-Milla, E.; Mendez, C.; Sanchez Navarro, C.; Leon Rubio, J.M.; Brioso, M.; Garcia Obrero, I.
Efficacy and safety of acupuncture for chronic uncomplicated neck pain
A randomised controlled study
Pain, 2006, 126, 245-255
Acupuncture, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Neck pain, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial, Traditional Chinese medicine
223 Williamson, L.; Wyatt, M.R.; Yein, K., Melton, J.T.K.
Severe knee osteoarthritis
A randomized controlled trial of acupuncture, physiotherapy (supervised exercise) and standard management for patients awaiting knee replacement
Rheumatol, 2007, 46(9), 1445-1449
Acupuncture, Arthrosis, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Exercise therapy, Clinical research, Knee arthrosis, Complementary and alternative medicine, Conventional medicine, Physical therapy, Randomized trial, Traditional Chinese medicine
224 Huang, L.P.; Zhou, S.; Lu, Z.; Tian, Q.; Li, X.; Cao, L.J.; Yu, J.H.; Wang, H.
Bilateral effect of unilateral electroacupuncture on muscle strength
J Altern Complement Med, 2007, 13(5), 539-546
Acupuncture, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Electroacupuncture, Healthy probands, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Muscles, Randomized trial, Traditional Chinese medicine
225 McManus, C.A.; Kaptchuk, T.J.; Schnyer, R.N.; Goldman, R.; Kerr, C.E.; Nguyen, L.T.; Stason, W.B.
Experiences of acupuncturists in a placebo-controlled, randomized clinical trial
J Altern Complement Med, 2007, 13(5), 533-537
Acupuncture, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Assesment, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine
226 Schaechter, J.D.; Connell, B.D.; Stason, W.B.; Kaptchuk, T.J.; Krebs, D.E.; Macklin, E.A.; Schnyer, R.N.; Stein, J.; Scarborough, D.M.; Parker, S.W.; McGibbon, C.A.; Wayne, P.M.
Correlated change in upper limb function and motor cortex activation after verum and sham acupuncture in patients with chronic stroke
J Altern Complement Med, 2007, 13(5), 527-532
Acupuncture, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Cardiovascular diseases, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Nervous system, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial, Stroke, Traditional Chinese medicine
227 Haddad, J.B.; Obolensky, A.G.; Shinnick, P.
The biologic effects and the therapeutic mechanism of action of electric and electromagnetic field stimulation on bone and cartilage
New findings and a review of earlier work
J Altern Complement Med, 2007, 13(5), 485-490
Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Electrotherapy, Clinical research, Bones, Complementary and alternative medicine, Magnetic field therapy, Meta-analysis, Physical therapy, Review (CR)
228 Reinhold, T.; Witt, C.M.; Jena, S.; Brinkhaus, B.; Willich, S.N.
Quality of life and cost-effectiveness of acupuncture treatment in patients with osteoarthritis pain
Eur J Health Econ, 2008, 9(3), 209-219
Acupuncture, Arthrosis, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Economy, Randomized trial, Traditional Chinese medicine, Cost-effectiveness
229 Widrig, R.; Suter, A.; Saller, R.; Melzer, J.
Choosing between NSAID and arnica for topical treatment of hand osteoarthritis in a randomised, double-blind study
Rheumatol Int, 2007, 27(6), 585-591
Arnica, Arthrosis, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Phytomedicine, Randomized trial
230 Green, S.; Buchbinder, R.; Barnsley, L.; Hall, S.; White, M.; Smidt, N.; Assendelft, W.
Acupuncture for lateral elbow pain
Cochrane Database Syst Rev, 2002, 2002, Issue 1, (1-13) (Internet)
Acupuncture, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Epicondylitis, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Systematic review, Traditional Chinese medicine
231 Kishida, Y.; Miki, H.; Nishii, T.; Inoue, T.; Nishida, S.; Yoshikawa, H.; Sugano, N.
Therapeutic effects of Saireito (TJ-114), a traditional Japanese herbal medicine, on postoperative edema and inflammation after total hip arthroplasty
Phytomed, 2007, 14(9), 581-586
Alisma orientale, Atractylodes, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Blood/Lymphatic system, Bupleurum, Surgery, Cinnamomum, Inflammation, Glycyrrhiza, Clinical research, Kombinationsarzneimittel, Complementary and alternative medicine, Edema, Phytomedicine, Pinellia Tuber, Polyporus umbellatus, Poria, Poria cocos, Randomized trial, Saireito, Scutellaria, Traditional Japanese medicine, ginger, Zizyphus, Zizyphus jujuba, Polyporus, Panax, Panax ginseng
232 Brinkhaus, B.; Witt, C.M.; Jena, S.; Linde, K.; Streng, A.; Hummelsberger, J.; Irnich, D.; Hammes, M.; Pach, D.; Melchart, D.; Willich, S.N.
Physician and treatment characteristics in a randomised multicentre trial of acupuncture in patients with osteoarthritis of the knee
Complement Ther Med, 2007, 15(3), 180-189
Acupuncture, Arthrosis, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Knee arthrosis, Complementary and alternative medicine, Randomized trial, Traditional Chinese medicine
233 Itoh, K.; Katsumi, Y.; Hirota, S.; Kitakoji, H.
Randomised trial of trigger point acupuncture compared with other acupuncture for treatment of chronic neck pain
Complement Ther Med, 2007, 15(3), 172-179
Acupuncture, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Neck pain, Randomized trial, Traditional Chinese medicine
234 Ga, H.; Choi, J.H.; Park, C.H.; Yoon, H.J.
Dry needling of trigger points with and without paraspinal needling in myofascial pain syndromes in elderly patients
J Altern Complement Med, 2007, 13(6), 617-623
Acupuncture, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Geriatrics, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Randomized trial, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine
235 Rossnagel, K.; Roll, S.; Willich, S.N.
Klinische Wirksamkeit von Hagebuttenpulver mit Arthrose
Eine systematische Übersicht
MMW Fortschr Med, 2007, 149(II), 51-56
Arthrosis, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Phytomedicine, Rosa, Rosa canina, Systematic review
236 Leibetseder, V.; Strauss-Blasche, G.; Marktl, W.; Ekmekcioglu, C.
Does Aerobic Training Enhance Effects of Spa Therapy in Back Pain Patients?
A Randomized, Controlled Clinical Trial
Forsch Komplementärmed, 2007, 14(4), 202-206
Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Exercise therapy, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Spa, Physical therapy, Randomized trial, Back pain (non-specific), Aerobic training
237 Ma, D.F.; Qin, L.Q.; Wang, P.Y.; Katoh, R.
Soy isoflavone intake inhibits bone resorption and stimulates bone formation in menopausal women
A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials
Eur J Clin Nutr, 2008, 62, 155-161
Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Gynaecology, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Menopause, Meta-analysis, Osteoporosis, Phytomedicine, Randomized trial
238 Chrubasik, J.E.; Roufogalis, B.D.; Chrubasik, S.
Evidence of effectiveness of herbal antiinflammatory drugs in the treatment of painful osteoarthritis and chronic low back pain
Phytother Res, 2007, 21(7), 675-683
Arthrosis, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Phytomedicine, Back pain (non-specific), Systematic review, Review (CR)
239 Haake, M.; Müller, H.-H.; Schade-Brittinger, C.; Basler, H.D.; Schäfer, H.; Maier, C.; Endres, H.G.; Trampisch, H.J.; Molsberger, A.
German acupuncture trials (GERAC) for chronic low back pain
Arch Intern Med, 2007, 167(17), 1892-1898
Acupuncture, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Low back pain, Randomized trial, Traditional Chinese medicine
240 Kay, T.M.; Gross, A.; Goldsmith, C.; Santaguida, P.L.; Hoving, J.; Bronfort, G.
Exercises for mechanical neck disorders
Cochrane Database Syst Rev, 2005, 3(CD004250), 1-78
Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Exercise therapy, Cervical syndrome, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Neck pain, Physical therapy, Randomized trial, Systematic review
241 Kroeling, P.; Gross, A.; Houghton, P.E.
Electrotherapy for neck disorders
Cochrane Database Syst Rev, 2005, 2(CD004251), 1-31
Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Electrotherapy, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Neck pain, Physical therapy, Randomized trial, Systematic review
242 Tam, L.-S.; Leung, P.-C.; Li, T.K.; Zhang, L.; Li, E.K.
Acupuncture in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis
A double-blind controlled pilot study
BMC Complement Altern Med, 2007, 7, 1-35
Acupuncture, Arthritis, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Randomized trial, Traditional Chinese medicine
243 Molsberger, A.; Böwing, G.
Akupunktur bei Schmerzen des Bewegungsapparats
Kritische Analyse klinischer Studien unter besonderer Berücksichtigung der handwerklichen Qualität der Akupunktur
1997, 11, 24-29
Acupuncture, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Meta-analysis, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine
244 Lehmann, T.R.; Russell, D.W.; Spratt, K.F.; Colby, H.; Liu, Y.K.; Fairchild, M.L.; Christensen, S.
Efficacy of electroacupuncture and TENS in the rehabilitation of chronic low back pain patients
Pain, 1986, 26, 277-290
Acupuncture, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Electroacupuncture, Electrotherapy, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Low back pain, Physical therapy, Randomized trial, Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS), Traditional Chinese medicine
245 Lundeberg, T.
A comparative study of the pain alleviating effect of vibratory stimulation, transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation, electroacupuncture and placebo
Am J Chin Med, 1984, 12(1-4), 72-79
Acupuncture, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Electroacupuncture, Electrotherapy, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Muscles, Physical therapy, Placebo, Randomized trial, Pain, Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS), Traditional Chinese medicine
246 Thomas, M.; Lundberg, T.
Importance of modes of acupuncture in the treatment of chronic nociceptive low back pain
Acta Anaesthesiol Scand, 1994, 38, 63-69
Acupuncture, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Low back pain, Randomized trial, Traditional Chinese medicine
247 Atteritano, M.; Marini, H.; Minutoli, L.; Polito, F.; Bitto, A.; Altavilla, D.; Mazzaferro, S.; D'Anna, R.; Cannata, M.L.; Gaudio, A.; Frisina, A.; Frisina, N.; Corrado, F.; Cancellieri, F.; Lubrano, C.; Bonauito, M.; Adamo, E.B.; Squadrito, F.
Effects of the phytoestrogen genistein on some predictors of cardiovascular risk in osteopenic, postmenopausal women
A two-year randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study
J Clin Endocrinol Metab, 2007, 92(8), 3068-3075
Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Genistein, Gynaecology, Cardiovascular diseases, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Menopause, Phytomedicine, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial, osteopenia
248 Li, E.K.; Tam, L.-S.; Wong, C.K.; Li, W.C.; Lam, C.W.K.; Wachtel-Galor, S., Benzie, I.F.F.; Bao, Y.X.; Leung, P.C.; Tomlinson, B.
Safety and efficacy of Ganoderma lucidum (Linghzi) and San Miao supplementation in patients with rheumatoid arthritis
A double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled pilot trial
Arthritis Rheum, 2007, 57(7), 1143-1150
Achyranthes, Achyranthes bidentata, Arthritis, Atractylodes, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Ganoderma, Ganoderma lucidum, Chinese medicinal herbs, Clinical research, Kombinationsarzneimittel, Complementary and alternative medicine, Mycotherapy, Phellodendron, Phellodendron chinensis, Phytomedicine, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial, San Miao San, Traditional Chinese medicine
249 Silva G. D. da; Lorenzi-Filho, G.; Lage, L.V.
Effects of yoga and the addition of Tui Na in patients with fibromyalgia
J Altern Complement Med, 2007, 13(10), 1107-1113
Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Fibromyalgia, Gynaecology, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Manual therapy, Meditation, Mind-body medicine, Randomized trial, Tuina, Yoga
250 Rutledge, D.N.; Jones, C.J.
Effects of topical essential oil on exercise volume after a 12-week exercise program for women with fibromyalgia
A pilot study
J Altern Complement Med, 2007, 13(10), 1099-1106
Aloe, Aloe vera, Aromatherapy, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Camphora, Citrus, lime leaves [kaffir-], Citrus sinensis, Eucalyptus, Fibromyalgia, Clinical research, Kombinationsarzneimittel, Complementary and alternative medicine, Mentha, peppermint, Oil, Phytomedicine, Randomized trial, rosemary
251 Lee, M.S.; Pittler, M.H.; Shin, B.C.; Kong, J.C.; Ernst, E.
Bee venom acupuncture for musculoskeletal pain
A systematic review
J Pain, 2008, 9(4), 289-297
Acupuncture, Apisinum, Apitherapy, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Randomized trial, Rheumatic diseases, Pain, Systematic review, Traditional Chinese medicine
252 Sajedi, F.; Alizad, V.; Alaeddini, F.; Fatemi, R.; Mazaherinezhad, A.
The effect of adding homeopathic treatment to rehabilitiation on muscle tone of children with spastic cerebral palsy
Complement Ther Clin Pract, 2008, 14(1), 33-37
Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Homeopathy, Infections, Poliomyelitis, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Muscles, Nervous system, Pediatrics, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial, Zerebralparese
253 D'Anchise, R.; Bulitta, M., Giannetti, B.
Comfrey extract ointment in comparison to diclofenac gel in the treatment of acute unilateral ankle sprains (distorsions)
Arzneim Forsch, 2007, 57(11), 712-716
Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Phytomedicine, Randomized trial, Symphytum, Sprain
254 Paris, A.; Gonnet, N.; Chaussard, C.; Belon, P.; Rocourt, F.; Saragaglia, D.; Cracowski, J.L.
Effect of homeopathy on analgesic intake following knee ligament reconstruction
A phase III monocentre randomized placebo controlled study
Brit J Clin Pharmacol, 2008, 65(2), 180-187
Arnica, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Bryonia, Bryonia alba, Surgery, Homeopathy, Hypericum, St John's wort, Clinical research, Kombinationsarzneimittel, Complementary and alternative medicine, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial, Ruta, Pain
255 Karow, J.-H.; Abt, H.-P.; Fröhling, M.; Ackermann, H.
Efficacy of Arnica montana D4 for healing of wounds after Hallux valgus surgery compared to diclofenac
J Altern Complement Med, 2008, 14(1), 17-25
Arnica, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Surgery, Hallux abducto valgus, Homeopathy, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial, Wound healing
256 Usichenko, T.I.; Kuchling, S.; Witstruck, T.; Pavlovic, D.; Zach, M.; Hofer, A.; Merk, H.; Lehmann, C.; Wendt, M.
Auricular acupuncture for pain relief after ambulatory knee surgery
A randomized trial
CMAJ, 2007, 176(2), 179-183
Acupuncture, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Surgery, Joints, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Ear acupuncture, Randomized trial, Traditional Chinese medicine
257 Cherkin, D.C.; Sherman, K.J.; Hogeboom, C.J.; Erro, J.H.; Barlow, W.E.; Deyo, R.A.; Avins, A.L.
Efficacy of acupuncture for chronic low back pain
Protocol for a randomized controlled trial
Trials, 2008, 9(1), 10; (1-36)
Acupuncture, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Randomized trial, Back pain (non-specific), Traditional Chinese medicine
258 Shen, Y.F.; Goddard, G.
The short term effects of acupuncture on myofascial pain patients after clenching
Pain Pract, 2007, 7(3), 256-264
Acupuncture, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Randomized trial, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine
259 Szczurko, O.; Cooley, K.; Busse, J.W.; Seely, D.; Bernhardt, B.; Guyatt, G.H.; Zhou, Q.; Mills, E.J.
Naturopahtic care for chronic low back pain
A randomized trial
PLoS ONE, 2007, 2(9), e919; (1-7)
Acupuncture, Breathing therapy, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Exercise therapy, Relaxation, Nutrition/diet, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Low back pain, Mind-body medicine, Physical therapy, Randomized trial, Traditional Chinese medicine
260 Dyson-Hudson, T.A.; Kadar, P.; LaFountaine, M.; Emmons, R.; Kirshblum, S.C.; Tulsky, D.; Komaroff, E.
Acupuncture for chronic shoulder pain in persons with spinal cord injury
A small-scale clinical trial
Arch Phys Med Rehabil, 2007, 88(10), 1276-1283
Acupuncture, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Nervous system, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial, Spinal marrow, Pain, Shoulder, Traditional Chinese medicine, Chronic pain
261 McDonough, S.M.; Liddle, S.D.; Hunter, R.; Walsh, D.M.; Glasgow, P.; Gormley, G.; Hurley, D.; Delitto, A.; Park, J.; Bradbury, I.; Baxter, G.D.
Exercise and manual auricular acupuncture
A pilot assessor-blind randomised controlled trial
BMC Musculoskel Disord, 2008, 9, 31; (1-25)
Acupuncture, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Low back pain, Ear acupuncture, Randomized trial, Traditional Chinese medicine
262 Grünwald, J.; Staiger, C.; Krug, L.
Wirksamkeit einer Beinwell-Salbe bei Patienten mit Osteoarthritis des Kniegelenks
Ergebniss einer doppelblinden, randomisierten, bizentrischen, placebokontrollierten Studie
Z Phytother, 2008, 29(Suppl 1, Kongressband), S7-S8 (Abstract; Symposiumsbeitrag)
Arthrosis, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Phytomedicine, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial, Symphytum
263 An, B.; Dai, K.; Zhu, Z.; Wang, Y.; Hao, Y.; Tang, T.; Yan, H.
Baduanjin alleviates the symptoms of knee osteoarthritis
J Altern Complement Med, 2008, 14(2), 167-174
Arthrosis, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Qi Gong, Randomized trial, Traditional Chinese medicine, Baduanjin
264 Suen, L.K.; Wong, E.M.
Longitudinal changes in the disability level of the elders with low back pain after auriculotherapy
Complement Ther Med, 2008, 16(1), 28-35
Acupuncture, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Geriatrics, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Low back pain, Ear acupuncture, Randomized trial, Traditional Chinese medicine, Vaccaria segetalis
265 Quinn, F.; Hughes, C.M.; Baxter, G.D.
Reflexology in the management of low back pain
A pilot randomised controlled trial
Complement Ther Med, 2008, 16(1), 3-8
Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Low back pain, Manual therapy, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial, Reflex therapy
266 Munar, A.; Gamboa, O.A.; Ortiz, N.I.
Homeopathy for osteoarthritis (Protocol)
Cochrane Database Syst Rev, 2008, 2(CD006402), (1-8) (Internet)
Arthritis, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Homeopathy, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Systematic review
267 Vas, J.; Ortega, C.; Olmo, V.; Perez-Fernandez, F.; Hernandez, L.; Medina, I.; Seminario, J.M.; Herrera, A.; Luna, F.; Pera-Milla, E.; Mendez, C.; Madrazo, F.; Jimenez, C.; Ruiz, M.A.; Aguilar, I.
Single-point acupuncture and physiotherapy for the treatment of painful shoulder
A multicentre randomized controlled trial
Rheumatol, 2008, 47(6), 887-893
Acupuncture, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Manual therapy, Physiotherapy, Randomized trial, Schulterschmerz (unspezifisch), Traditional Chinese medicine
268 Prady, S.L.; Thomas, K.; Esmonde, L.; Crouch, S.; MacPherson, H.
The natural history of back pain after a randomised controlled trial of acupuncture vs usual care
Long term outcomes
Acupunct Med, 2007, 25, 121-129
Acupuncture, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Manual therapy, Physiotherapy, Randomized trial, Back pain (non-specific), Traditional Chinese medicine
269 Randall, C.; Dickens, A.; White, A.; Sanders, H.; Fox, M.; Campbell, J.
Nettle sting for chronic knee pain
A randomised controlled pilot study
Complement Ther Med, 2008, 16(2), 66-72
Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Joints, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Phytomedicine, Randomized trial, Pain, Urtica, Urtica dioica
270 Amagase, H.; Nance, D. M.
A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, clinical study of the general effects of a standardized Lycium barbarum (Goji) Juice, GoChi
J Altern Complement Med, 2008, 14(4), 403-412
Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Chinese medicinal herbs, Cardiovascular diseases, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Lycium, Lycium barbarum, Gastrointestinal tract, Phytomedicine, Placebo-controlled, Psychology/psychotherapy, Randomized trial, Traditional Chinese medicine, Adverse effect
271 Deare, J.C.; Zheng, Z.; Xue, C.C.; Liu, J.; Shang, J.; Scott, S.W.
Acupuncture for treating fibromyalgia (protocol)
Cochrane Database Syst Rev, 2008, 2008(2), (1-7)
Acupuncture, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Fibromyalgia, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Systematic review, Traditional Chinese medicine
272 Greaves, C.J.; Harlow, T.N.
Exploration of the validity of weak magnets as a suitable placebo in trials of magnetic therapy
Complement Ther Med, 2008, 16(3), 177-180
Arthritis, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Magnetic field therapy, Physical therapy, Placebo, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial
273 Kennedy, S.; Baxter, G.D.; Kerr, D.P.; Bradbury, I.; Park, J.; McDonough, S.M.
Acupuncture for acute non-specific low back pain
A pilot randomised non-penetrating sham controlled trial
Complement Ther Med, 2008, 16(3), 139-146
Acupuncture, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial, Back pain (non-specific), Traditional Chinese medicine
274 Yip, Y.B.; Tam, A.C.
An experimental study on the effectiveness of massage with aromatic ginger and orange essential oil for moderate-to-severe knee pain among the elderly in Hong Kong
Complement Ther Med, 2008, 16(3), 131-138
Aromatherapy, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Citrus, Citrus sinensis, Geriatrics, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Manual therapy, Massage, Phytomedicine, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial, ginger
275 Vlachojannis, R.; Roufogalis, B.D.; Chrubasik, S.
Systematic review on the safety of Harpagophytum preparations for osteoarthritic and low back pain
Phytother Res, 2008, 22(2), 149-152
Arthrosis, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Harpagophytum, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Low back pain, Phytomedicine, Systematic review
276 Wepner, F.; Hahne, J.; Teichmann, A.; Berka-Schmid, G.; Hördinger, A.; Friedrich, M.
Quarzklangschalgentherapie bei Wirbelsäulenbeschwerden und chronobiologische Vorgänge
Eine randomisierte kontrollierte Studie
Forsch Komplementärmed, 2008, 15(3), 130-137
Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Chronobiology, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Randomized trial, Spine
277 Schwerla, F.; Bischoff, A.; Nürnberger, A.; Genter, P.; Guillaume, J.-P.; Resch, K.-L.
Osteopathic treatment of patients with chronic non-specific neck pain
A randomised controlled trial of efficacy
Forsch Komplementärmed, 2008, 15(3), 138-145
Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Manual therapy, Neck pain, Osteopathy, Randomized trial
278 Jubb, R.W.; Tukmachi, E.; Jones, P.; Dempsey, E.; Waterhouse, L.; Brailsford, S.
A blinded randomised trial of acupuncture (manual and electroacupuncture) compared with a non-penetrating sham for the symptoms of osteoarthritis of the knee
Acupunct Med, 2008, 26(2), 69
Acupuncture, Arthrosis, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Electroacupuncture, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial, Traditional Chinese medicine
279 Elden, H.; Osstgaard, H.-C.; Fagevik-Olsen, M.; Ladfors, L.; Hagberg, H.
Treatments of pelvic girdle pain in pregnant women
Adverse effects of standard treatment, acupuncture and stabilising exercises on the pregnancy, mother, delivery and the fetus/neonate
BMC Complement Altern Med, 2008, 8(1), 34; (1-38)
Acupuncture, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Exercise therapy, Gynaecology, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Conventional medicine, Physical therapy, Randomized trial, Pain, Obstetrics, Traditional Chinese medicine, Pelvic girdle pain
280 Ritenbaugh, C.; Hammerschlag, R.; Calabrese, C.; Mist, S.; Aickin, M.; Sutherland, E.; Leben, J.; Debar, L.; Elder, C.; Dworkin, S.F.
A pilot whole systems clinical trial of traditional chinese medicine and naturopathic medicine for the treatment of temporomandibular disorders
J Altern Complement Med, 2008, 14(5), 475-487
Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Joints, Jawbone, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Randomized trial, Traditional Chinese medicine, Dental diseases
281 Wilkey, A.; Gregory, M.; Byfield, D.; McCarthy, P.W.
A comparison between chiropractic management and pain clinic management for chronic low-back pain in a national health service outpatient clinic
J Altern Complement Med, 2008, 14(5), 465-473
Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Chiropractic, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Low back pain, Manual therapy, Randomized trial
282 Sengupta, K.; Alluri, K.V.; Satish, A.R.; Mishra, S.; Golakoti, T.; Sarma, K.V.S.; Dey, D.; Raychaudhun, S.P.
A double, blind, randomized, placebo controlled study of the efficacy and safety of 5-Loxin® for treatment of osteoarthritis of the knee
Arthritis Res Ther, 2008, 10, (1-11) (Internet)
Arthrosis, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Boswellia, Clinical research, Knee arthrosis, Complementary and alternative medicine, Phytomedicine, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial
283 He, Y.; Lu, A.; Zha, Y.; Tsang, I.
Differential effect on symptoms treated with traditional Chinese medicine and western combination therapy in RA patients
Complement Ther Med, 2008, 16(4), 206-211
Arthritis, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Conventional medicine, Randomized trial, Traditional Chinese medicine
284 Little, P.; Lewith, G.; Webley, F.; Evans, M.; Beattie, A.; Middleton, K.; Barnett, J. Ballard, K.; Oxford, F.; Smith, P.; Yardley, L.; Hollinghurst, S.; Sharp, D.
Randomised controlled trial of Alexander technique lessons, exercise, and massage (ATEAM) for chronic and recurrent back pain
BMJ, 2008, 337, (1-8) (Internet)
Alexander technique, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Exercise therapy, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Low back pain, Manual therapy, Massage, Physical therapy, Randomized trial, Back pain (non-specific)
285 Lee, M.S.; Shin, B.-C.; Ernst, E.
Acupuncture for rheumatoid arthritis
A systematic review
Rheumatol, 2008, 47, 1747-1753
Acupuncture, Arthritis, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Systematic review, Traditional Chinese medicine
286 Tekur, P.; Singphow, C.; Nagendra, H.R.; Raghuram, N.
Effect of short-term intensive yoga program on pain, functional disability and spinal flexibility in chronic low back pain
A randomized control study
J Altern Complement Med, 2008, 14(6), 637-
Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Low back pain, Meditation, Mind-body medicine, Randomized trial, Yoga
287 Ross, S.M.
Osteoarthritis
A proprietary Arnica gel is found to be as effective as ibuprofen gel in osteoarthritis of the hands
Holist Nurs Pract, 2008, 22(4), 237-239
Arnica, Arthrosis, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Finger arthrosis, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Phytomedicine, Randomized trial
288 Harvey, L.A.; Lin, C.-W.; Glinsky, J.V.; Wolf, A. De
The effectiveness of physical interventions for people with spinal cord injuries
A systematic review
Spinal Cord, 2008, 47, 184-195
Acupuncture, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Nervous system, Physical therapy, Spinal marrow, Systematic review, Traditional Chinese medicine
289 Goldman, R.H.; Stason, W.B.; Park, S.K.; Kim, R.; Schnyer, R.N.; Davis, R.B.; Legedza, A.T.; Kaptchuk, T.J.
Acupuncture for treatment of persistant arm pain due to repetitive use
A randomized controlled clinical trial
Clin J Pain, 2008, 24(3), 211-218
Acupuncture, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine
290 Itoh, K.; Hirota, S.; Katsumi, Y.; Ochi, H.; Kitakoji, H.
Trigger point acupuncture for treatment of knee osteoarthritis
A preliminary RCT for a pragmatic trial
Acupunct Med, 2008, 26, 17-26
Acupuncture, Arthrosis, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Knee arthrosis, Complementary and alternative medicine, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial, Traditional Chinese medicine
291 Itoh, K.; Hirota, S.; Katsumi, Y.; Ochi, H.; Kitakoji, H.
A pilot study on using acupuncture and transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) to treat knee osteoarthritis (OA)
Chin Med, 2008, 3, 2
Acupuncture, Arthrosis, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Electrotherapy, Clinical research, Knee arthrosis, Complementary and alternative medicine, Physical therapy, Randomized trial, Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS), Traditional Chinese medicine
292 Tough, E.A.; White, A.R.; Cummings, T.M.; Richards, S.H.; Campbell, J.L.
Acupuncture and dry needling in the management of myofascial trigger point pain
A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials
Eur J Pain, 2008, 13(1), 3-10
Acupuncture, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Meta-analysis, Pain, Systematic review, Traditional Chinese medicine
293 Hancock, M.J.; Maher, C.G.; Latimer, J.; McLachlan, A.J.; Cooper, C.W.; Day, R.O.; Spindler, M.F.; McAuley, J.H.
Assessment of diclofenac or spinal manipulative therapy, or both, in addition to recommended first-line treatment for acute low back pain
A randomised controlled trial
Lancet, 2007, 370, 1638-1643
Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Chiropractic, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Low back pain, Manual therapy, Randomized trial
294 Pittler, M.H.; Ernst, E.
Is acupuncture an effective treatment for knee osteoarthritis?
Nat Clin Pract Rheumatol, 2008, 4, 124-125
Acupuncture, Arthrosis, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Knee arthrosis, Complementary and alternative medicine, Meta-analysis, Traditional Chinese medicine
295 Bernateck, M.; Becker, M.; Schwake, C.; Hoy, L.; Passie, T.; Parlesak, A.; Fischer, M.J.; Fink, M.; Karst, M.
Adjuvant auricular electroacupuncture and autogenic training in rheumatoid arthritis
A randomized controlled trial
Forsch Komplementärmed, 2008, 15(4), 187-193
Acupuncture, Arthritis, Autogenic training, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Electroacupuncture, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Mind-body medicine, Ear acupuncture, Randomized trial, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine
296 Wiedemann, A.M.; Trott, P. von; Lüdtke, R.; Reißhauer, A.; Willich, S.N.; Witt, C.M.
Developing a Qigong intervention and an exercise therapy for elderly patients with chronic neck pain and the study protocol
Forsch Komplementärmed, 2008, 15(4), 195-202 (Studienprotokoll)
Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Exercise therapy, Geriatrics, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Neck pain, Physical therapy, Qi Gong, Randomized trial, Traditional Chinese medicine
297 Furlan, A.D.; Imamura, M.; Dryden, T.; Irvin, E.
Massage for low-back pain
Cochrane Database Syst Rev, 2008, 1(CD001929), (1-104)
Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Low back pain, Manual therapy, Massage, Systematic review
298 Khadilkar, A.; Odebiyi, D.O.; Brosseau, L.; Wells, G.A.
Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) versus placebo for chronic low-back pain
Cochrane Database Syst Rev, 2008, 1(CD003008), (1-58)
Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Electrotherapy, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Low back pain, Physical therapy, Systematic review, Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS)
299 Yuan, J.; Purepong, N.; Kerr, D.P.; Park, J.; Bradbury, I.; McDonough, S.
Effectiveness of acupuncture for low back pain
A systematic review
Spine, 2008, 33(23), E887-E900
Acupuncture, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Low back pain, Systematic review, Traditional Chinese medicine
300 Franca, D.L.M.; Senna-Fernandes, V.; Cortez, C.M.; Jackson, M.N.; Bernardo-Filho, M.; Guimaraes, M.A.M.
Tension neck syndrome treated by acupuncture combined with physiotherapy
A comparative clinical trial (pilot study)
Complement Ther Med, 2008, 16(5), 268-277
Acupuncture, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Manual therapy, Neck pain, Physiotherapy, Randomized trial, Traditional Chinese medicine