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201 Chen, K.W.; Hassett, A.L.; Hou, F.; Staller, J.; Lichtbroun, A.S.
A pilot study of external Qigong therapy for patients with fibromyalgia
J Altern Complement Med, 2006, 12(9), 851-856
Observational trial, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Fibromyalgia, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Qi Gong, Traditional Chinese medicine
202 Witt, C.M.; Jena, S.; Brinkhaus, B.; Liecker, B.; Wegscheider, K.; Willich, S.N.
Acupuncture in patients with osteoarthritis of the knee or hip
A randomized, controlled trial with an additional nonrandomized arm
Arthritis Rheum, 2006, 54(11), 3485-3493
Acupuncture, Arthrosis, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Hip arthrosis, Clinical research, Knee arthrosis, Complementary and alternative medicine, Randomized trial, Traditional Chinese medicine
203 Lüdtke, R.; Albrecht, U.; Stange, R.; Uehleke, B.
Brachialgia paraesthetica nocturna can be relieved by "wet cupping"
Results of a randomised pilot study
Complement Ther Med, 2006, 14(4), 247-253
Purgative therapy, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Brachialgia, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Randomized trial, Cupping
204 Brinkhaus, B.; Wilkens, J.M.; Lüdtke, R.; Hunger, J.; Witt, C.M.; Willich, S. N.
Homeopathic arnica therapy in patients receiving knee surgery
Results of three randomised double-blind trials
Complement Ther Med, 2006, 14(4), 237-246
Arnica, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Surgery, Joints, Homeopathy, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial, Review (CR)
205 Salter, G.C.; Roman, M.; Bland, J.M.; MacPherson, H.
Acupuncture for chronic neck pain
A pilot for a randomised controlled trial
BMC Musculoskel Disord, 2006, 7, (1-17 + Anh.)
Acupuncture, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Neck pain, Randomized trial, Traditional Chinese medicine
206 Kucera, M.; Barna, M.; Horácek, O.; Kováriková, J.; Kucera, A.
Efficacy and safety of topically applied Symphytum herb extract cream in the treatment of ankle distortion
Results of a randomized controlled clinical double blind study
Wien Med Wochenschr, 2004, 154(21-22), 498-507
Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Phytomedicine, Randomized trial, Symphytum, Sprain
207 Aigner, N.; Fialka, C.; Radda, C.; Vecsei, V.
Adjuvant laser acupuncture in the treatment of whiplash injuries
A prospective, randomized placebo-controlled trial
Wien Klin Wochenschr, 2006, 118, 95-99
Acupuncture, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Laserneedle acupuncture, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial, Whiplash-associated disorders, Traditional Chinese medicine
208 Witt, C.M.; Brinkhaus, B.; Willich, S.N.
Akupunktur
Klinische Studien zur Wirksamkeit bei Patienten mit chronischen Schmerzen
Bundesgesundheitsblatt Gesundheitsforschung Gesundheitsschutz, 2006, 49, 736-742
Acupuncture, Arthrosis, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Headache, Low back pain, Nervous system, Randomized trial, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine, Review (CR), Chronic pain
209 Witt, C.M.; Jena, S.; Brinkhaus, B.; Liecker, B.; Wegscheider, K.; Willich, S.N.
Acupuncture for patients with chronic neck pain
Pain, 2006, 125(1-2), 98-106
Acupuncture, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Neck pain, Randomized trial, Traditional Chinese medicine
210 Witt, C.M.; Jena, S.; Selim, D.; Brinkhaus, B.; Reinhold, T.; Wruck, K.; Liecker, B.; Linde, K.; Wegscheider, K.; Willich, S.N.
Pragmatic randomized trial evaluating the clinical and economic effectiveness of acupuncture for chronic low back pain
Am J Epidemiol, 2006, 164, 487-496
Acupuncture, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Low back pain, Economy, Randomized trial, Traditional Chinese medicine, Cost-effectiveness
211 Grube, B.; Grunwald, J.; Krug, L.; Staiger, C.
Efficacy of a comfrey root (Symphyti offic. radix) extract ointment in the treatment of patients with painful osteoarthritis of the knee
Results of a double-blind, randomised, bicenter, placebo-controlled trial
Phytomed, 2007, 14(1), 2-10
Arthrosis, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Geriatrics, Clinical research, Knee arthrosis, Complementary and alternative medicine, Phytomedicine, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial, Symphytum
212 Dalais, F.S.; Ebeling, P.R.; Kotsopoulos, D.; McGrath, B.P.; Teede, H.J.
The effects of soy protein containing isoflavones on lipids and indices of bone resorption in postmenopausal women
Clin Endocrinol, 2003, 58, 704-709
Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Nutrition/diet, Gynaecology, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Menopause, Osteoporosis, Phaseolus, Phaseolus max, Physiology, Phytomedicine, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial
213 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
214 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)
215 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
216 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
217 Witt, C.M.; Brinkhaus, B.; Reinhold, T.; Willich, S.N.
Efficacy, effectiveness, safety and costs of acupuncture for chronic pain
Results of a large research initiative
Acupunct Med, 2006, 24 (Suppl.), S33-S39
Acupuncture, Arthrosis, Observational trial, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Headache, Low back pain, Neck pain, Nervous system, Economy, Randomized trial, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine, Cost-effectiveness
218 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
219 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
220 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)
221 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
222 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
223 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
224 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
225 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
226 Chenot, J.F.; Becker, A.; Leonhardt, C.; Keller, S.; Donner-Banzhoff, N.; Baum, E.; Pfingsten, M.; Hildebrandt, J.; Kochen, M.M.; Basler, H.-D.
Determinants for receiving acupuncture for LBP and associated treatments
A prospective cohort study
BMC Health Services Res, 2006, 6, 149
Acupuncture, Observational trial, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Attitude, Assesment, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Low back pain, Patient structure, Traditional Chinese medicine
227 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
228 Chrubasik, S.; Chrubasik, C.; Kunzel, O.; Black, A.
Patient-perceived benefit during one year of treatment with Doloteffin((R))
Phytomed, 2007, 14(6), 371-376
Arthrosis, Observational trial, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Harpagophytum, Harpagophytum procumbens, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Phytomedicine, Back pain (non-specific)
229 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
230 Weidenhammer, W.; Linde, K.; Streng, A.; Hoppe, A.; Melchart, D.
Acupuncture for chronic low back pain in routine care
A multicenter observational study
Clin J Pain, 2007, 23, 128-135
Acupuncture, Observational trial, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Low back pain, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine, Chronic pain
231 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
232 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
233 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
234 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
235 Michels, T.; Lehmann, N.; Moebus, S.
Cervical vertigo-cervical pain
An alternative and efficient treatment
J Altern Complement Med, 2007, 13(5), 513-518
Observational trial, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Headache, Neck pain, Nervous system
236 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
237 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
238 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
239 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
240 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
241 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
242 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
243 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
244 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
245 Schuller, J.; Galle, M.
Untersuchung zur klinischen Wirksamkeit elektronisch abgespeicherter Zahn- und Gelenknosoden bei Erkrankungen des rheumatischen Formenkreises
Forsch Komplementärmed, 2007, 14(5), 289-296
Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Bioenergetics, Bioresonance therapy, Joints, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Mora, Non-randomized trial, Nosoden, Placebo-controlled, Rheumatic diseases, Dental diseases
246 Heydenreich, A.
Ist die Akupunktur eine Placebotherapie?
Z Physiother, 1986, 38, 43-49
Acupuncture, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Sciatica, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Non-randomized trial, Placebo-controlled, Traditional Chinese medicine
247 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
248 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
249 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
250 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
251 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
252 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
253 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
254 Weiss, H.R.; Bohr, S.; Jahnke, A.; Pleines, S.
Acupuncture in the treatment of scoliosis
A single blind controlled pilot study
Scoliosis, 2008, 3(1), 4; (1-23)
Acupuncture, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Jugendmedizin, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Non-randomized trial, Pediatrics, Scoliosis, Traditional Chinese medicine
255 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
256 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
257 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
258 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
259 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
260 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
261 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
262 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
263 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
264 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
265 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
266 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
267 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
268 Schneider, C.; Schneider, B.; Hanisch, J.; Haselen R. van
The role of a homoeopathic preparation compared with conventional therapy in the treatment of injuries
An observational cohort study
Complement Ther Med, 2008, 16(1), 22-27
Observational trial, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Homeopathy, Clinical research, Kombinationsarzneimittel, Complementary and alternative medicine, Torsion, Traumeel, Sprain
269 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
270 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
271 Berkovitz, S.; Cummings, M.; Perrin, C.; Ito, R.
High volume acupuncture clinic (HVAC) for chronic knee pain
Audit of a possible model for delivery of acupuncture in the National Health Service
Acupunct Med, 2008, 26(1), 46-50
Acupuncture, Arthritis, Arthrosis, Observational trial, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine, Cost-effectiveness
272 Inoue, M.; Kitakoji, H.; Yano, T.; Ishizaki, N.; Itoi, M.; Katsumi, Y.
Acupuncture treatment for low back pain and lower limb symptoms
The relation between acupuncture or electroacupuncture stimulation and sciatic nerve blood flow
eCAM, 2008, 5(2), 133-143
Acupuncture, Observational trial, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Blood/Lymphatic system, Electroacupuncture, Experiment, Basic Research, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Low back pain, Animal, Traditional Chinese medicine
273 Hansson, Y.; Carlsson, C.; Olsson, E.
Intramuscular and periosteal acupuncture for anxiety and sleep quality in patients with chronic musculoskeletal pain
An evaluator blind, controlled study
Acupunct Med, 2007, 25, 148-157
Acupuncture, Anxiety, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Neck pain, Non-randomized trial, Mental diseases, Back pain (non-specific), Sleep disorders, Traditional Chinese medicine
274 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
275 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
276 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
277 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
278 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
279 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
280 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
281 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
282 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
283 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
284 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
285 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
286 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
287 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
288 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)
289 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
290 Ough, Y.D.; Albert, R.; Bhaskar, D.D.; Jones, G.T.; Loftus, K.
Soap-scented skin patch for menstrual cramps
A case series
J Altern Complement Med, 2008, 14(6), 618
Observational trial, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Gynaecology, Homespun remedies, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Menstrual disorders, Muscular Spasm, Traditional medicine
291 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
292 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
293 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
294 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
295 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
296 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
297 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
298 Singh, B.B.; Khorsan, R.; Vinjamury, S.P.
Influence of comorbidities on improvement of fibromyalgia symptoms when treated with acupuncture
A short report
Altern Ther Health Med, 2008, 14(5), 24-25
Acupuncture, Observational trial, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Fibromyalgia, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Traditional Chinese medicine
299 Maa, S.H.; Sun, M.F.; Wu, C.C.
The effectiveness of acupuncture on pain and mobility in patients with osteoarthritis of the knee
A pilot study
J Nurs Res, 2008, 16(2), 140-148
Acupuncture, Arthrosis, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Knee arthrosis, Complementary and alternative medicine, Non-randomized trial, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine
300 Beer, A.-M.; Hellemann, M.; Schübel, H.; Wegener, T.
Weidenrindenextrakt bei Gon- und Coxarthrose
Ergebnisse einer Anwendungsbeobachtung mit Kontrollgruppe
Z Phytother, 2008, 29(5), 215-222
Arthrosis, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Geriatrics, Hip arthrosis, Clinical research, Knee arthrosis, Complementary and alternative medicine, Non-randomized trial, Phytomedicine, Salix, Salix purpurea