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101 Wilkinson, I.S.A.; Prigmore, S.; Rayner, C.F.
A randomised-controlled trial examining the effects of reflexology of patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
Complement Ther Clin Pract, 2006, 12, 141-147
Respiratory diseases, Emphysema, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Manual therapy, Randomized trial, Reflex therapy
102 Freire, A.O.; Sugai, G.C.; Chrispin, F.S.; Togeiro, S.M.; Yamamura, Y.; Mello, L.E.; Tufik, S.
Treatment of moderate obstructive sleep apnea syndrome with acupuncture
A randomised, placebo-controlled pilot trial
Sleep Med, 2007, 8, 43-50
Acupuncture, Respiratory diseases, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial, Sleep apnea syndrome, Traditional Chinese medicine
103 Shah, S.A.; Sander, S.; White, C.M.; Rinaldi, M.; Coleman, C.I.
Evaluation of echinacea for the prevention and treatment of the common cold
A meta-analysis
Lancet Infect Dis, 2007, 7(7), 473-480
Respiratory diseases, Echinacea, Echinacea purpurea, Common cold, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Meta-analysis, Phytomedicine
104 Steinsbekk, A.; Lewith, G.; Fönnebö, V.; Bentzen, N.
An exploratory study of the contextual effect of homeopathic care
A randomised controlled trial of homeopathic care vs. self-prescribed homeopathic medicine in the prevention of upper respiratory tract infections in children
Prev Med, 2007, 45(4), 274-279
Respiratory diseases, Common cold, Homeopathy, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Prevention, Randomized trial
105 Goedsche, K.; Förster, M.; Kroegel, C.; Uhlemann, C.
Serielle Kaltwasserreize (Kneipp'scher Oberguss) bei Patienten mit chronisch obstruktiver Bronchitis (COPD)
Forsch Komplementärmed, 2007, 14(3), 158-166
Respiratory diseases, Observational trial, Emphysema, Immunomodulation, Immune system, Clinical research, Kneipp therapy, Complementary and alternative medicine, Physical therapy
106 Dennis, J.; Cates, C.J.
Alexander technique for chronic asthma (Review)
Cochrane Database Syst Rev, 2000, 2(CD000995), (1-6) (Internet)
Alexander technique, Asthma, Respiratory diseases, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Manual therapy, Systematic review
107 Kamin, W.; Kieser, M.
Pinimenthol((R)) ointment in patients suffering from upper respiratory tract infections
A post-marketing observational study
Phytomed, 2007, 14(12), 787-791
Respiratory diseases, Observational trial, Common cold, Eucalyptus, Clinical research, Kombinationsarzneimittel, Complementary and alternative medicine, Mentholum, Oil, Phytomedicine, Pinimenthol, Pinus, Pinus mugo, Pinus sylvestris, Adverse effect
108 Rowe, C.A.; Nantz, M.P.; Bukowski, J.F.; Percival, S.S.
Specific formulation of Camellia sinensis prevents cold and flu symptoms and enhances gamm, delta T cell function
A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study
J Am Coll Nutr, 2007, 26(5), 445-452
Respiratory diseases, Camellia, Camellia sinensis, Common cold, Flu, Immunomodulation, Immune system, Infections, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Phytomedicine, Placebo-controlled, Prevention, Randomized trial, Tea
109 Kemmerich, B.
Evaluation of efficacy and tolerability of a fixed combination of dry extracts of thyme herb and primrose root in adults suffering from acute bronchitis with productive cough
A prospective, double-blind, placebo-controlled multicentre clinical trial
Arzneim Forsch, 2007, 57(9), 607-615
Respiratory diseases, Bronchipret, Bronchitis, Clinical research, Kombinationsarzneimittel, Complementary and alternative medicine, Phytomedicine, Placebo-controlled, Primula, Randomized trial, Thymus, Thymus vulgaris
110 Singh, B.B.; Khorsan, R.; Vinjamury, S.P.; Der-Martirosian, C.; Kizhakkeveettil, A.; Anderson, T.M.
Herbal treatments of asthma
A systematic review
J Asthma, 2007, 44(9), 685-698
Asthma, Respiratory diseases, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Phytomedicine, Systematic review
111 Chu, K.-A.; Wu, Y.-C.; Ting, Y.-M.; Wang, H.-C.; Lu, J.-Y.
Acupuncture therapy results in immediate bronchodilating effect in asthma patients
J Chin Med Assoc, 2007, 70(7), 265-268
Acupuncture, Asthma, Respiratory diseases, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Randomized trial, Traditional Chinese medicine
112 Lizogub, V.G.; Riley, D.S.; Heger, M.
Efficacy of a Pelargonium sidoides preparation in patients with the common cold
A randomized, double blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial
Explore, 2007, 3(6), 573-584
Respiratory diseases, Common cold, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Pelargonium, Pelargonium sidoides, Phytomedicine, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial
113 Matthys, H.
Wirksamkeit und Verträglichkeit der EPs-7630-Tablette bei Erwachsenen mit akuter Bronchitis
Eine randomisierte, placebokontrollierte, doppelblinde Dosisfindungsstudie
Z Phytother, 2008, 29(Suppl 1, Kongressband), S13-S14 (Abstract; Symposiumsbeitrag)
Respiratory diseases, Bronchitis, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Pelargonium, Pelargonium sidoides, Phytomedicine, Placebo-controlled, posology, Randomized trial
114 Courtney, R.; Cohen, M.
Investigating the claims of Konstantin Buteyko, M.D., Ph.D.
The relationship of breath holding time to end tidal CO(2) and other proposed measures of dysfunctional breathing
J Altern Complement Med, 2008, 14(2), 115-123
Breathing therapy, Respiratory diseases, Observational trial, Buteyko, Hyperventilation, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine
115 Bausewein, C.; Booth, S.; Gysels, M.; Higginson, I.
Non-pharmacological interventions for breathlessness in advanced stages of malignant and non-malignant dieseases
Cochrane Database Syst Rev, 2008, 2(CD005623), 1-61
Respiratory diseases, Dyspnea, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Mental diseases, Stress, Systematic review
116 Agbabiaka, T.B.; Guo, R.; Ernst, E.
Pelargonium sidoides for acute bronchitis
A systematic review and meta-analysis
Phytomed, 2008, 15(5), 378-385
Respiratory diseases, Bronchitis, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Meta-analysis, Pelargonium, Pelargonium sidoides, Phytomedicine, Systematic review
117 Danesch, U.
Petasites hybridus (butterbur root) extract in the treatment of asthma - an open trial
Altern Med Rev, 2004, 9(1), 54-62
Asthma, Respiratory diseases, Observational trial, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, butterbur, Phytomedicine
118 Scheewe, S.; Vogt, L.; Minakawa, S.; Welle, S.; Stachow, R.; Banzer, W.
Akupunktur bei Kindern und Jugendlichen mit Asthma bronchiale
Eine randomisierte Studie
Dt Z Aku, 2008, 51(2), 8-12
Acupuncture, Asthma, Respiratory diseases, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Pediatrics, Randomized trial, Traditional Chinese medicine
119 Matthys, H.; Funk, P.
EPs 7630 improves acute bronchitis symptoms and shortens time to remission
Results of a randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled, multicentre trial
Planta Med, 2008, 74(6), 686-692
Respiratory diseases, Bronchitis, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Pelargonium, Pelargonium sidoides, Phytomedicine, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial
120 Lau, K.S.; Jones, A.Y.
A single session of Acu-TENS increases FEV1 and reduces dyspnoea in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
A randomised, placebo-controlled trial
Aust J Physiother, 2008, 54(3), 179
Acupuncture, Respiratory diseases, Dyspnea, Electroacupuncture, Electrotherapy, Emphysema, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Physical therapy, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial, Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS), Traditional Chinese medicine
121 Timmer, A.; Günther, J.; Rücker, G.; Motschall, E.; Antes, G.; Kern, W.V.
Pelargonium sidoides extract for acute respiratory tract infections
Cochrane Database Syst Rev, 2008, 3(CD006323), (1-46)
Respiratory diseases, Common cold, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Pelargonium, Pelargonium sidoides, Phytomedicine, Systematic review
122 Suzuki, M.; Namura, K.; Ohno, Y.; Tanaka, H.; Egawa, M.; Yokoyama, Y.; Akao, S.; Fujiwara, H.; Yano, T.
The effect of acupuncture in the treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
J Altern Complement Med, 2008, 14(9), 1097-1105
Acupuncture, Respiratory diseases, Emphysema, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Non-randomized trial, Traditional Chinese medicine
123 Boskabady, M.H.; Farhadi, J.
The possible prophylactic effect of Nigella sativa seed aqueous extract on respiratory symptoms and pulmonary function tests on chemical war victims
A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial
J Altern Complement Med, 2008, 14(9), 1137-1144
Respiratory diseases, Chemicals, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Nigella sativa, Phytomedicine, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial, Environmental medicine
124 Ernst, E.
Frankincense
Systematic review
BMJ, 2008, 337, a2813; (1-4) (Internet)
Arthritis, Asthma, Respiratory diseases, Ayurveda, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Boswellia, Ulcerative colitis, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Crohn's disease, Phytomedicine, Systematic review
125 Rossi, E.; Endrizzi, C.; Panozzo, M.; Crudeli, L.; Garibaldi, D.
Cost-benefit evaluation of homeopathic vs. conventional therapy in respiratory diseases
Eur J Integr Med, 2008, 1(Suppl.1), S21-S22 (Abstract; Symposiumsbeitrag)
Respiratory diseases, Observational trial, Homeopathy, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Conventional medicine, Economy, Retrospective design, Cost-effectiveness
126 Kim, E.S.; Kang, J.Y.; Pyo, C.H.; Rhee, G.W.
Treatment of pneumothorax following acupuncture
Is a closed thoracostomy necessary for a first choice of treatment modality?
J Altern Complement Med, 2009, 15(2), 183-186
Acupuncture, Respiratory diseases, Observational trial, Surgery, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Lung, Pneumothorax, Retrospective design, Traditional Chinese medicine, Adverse effect
127 Fazio, S.; Pouso, J.; Dolinsky, D.; Fernandez, A.; Hernandez, M.; Clavier, G.; Hecker, M.
Tolerance, safety and efficacy of Hedera helix extract in inflammatory bronchial diseases under clinical practice conditions
A prospective, open, multicentre postmarketing study in 9657 patients
Phytomed, 2009, 16(1), 17-24
Respiratory diseases, Observational trial, Bronchitis, Hedera, Hedera helix, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Phytomedicine
128 Vohra, S.; Johnston, B.C.; Laycock, K.L.; Midodzi, W.K.; Dhunnoo, I.; Harris, E.; Baydala, L.
Safety and tolerability of North American ginseng extract in the treatment of pediatric upper respiratory tract infection
A phase II randomized, controlled trial of 2 dosing schedules
Pediatrics, 2008, 122(2), E-402-410
Respiratory diseases, Common cold, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Pediatrics, Phytomedicine, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial, Panax, Panax quinquefolius
129 Whale, C.A.; Maclaran, S.J.; Whale, C.I.; Barnett, M.
Pilot study to assess the credibility of acupuncture in acute exacerbations of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
Acupunct Med, 2009, 27(1), 13-15
Acupuncture, Respiratory diseases, Emphysema, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Placebo-controlled, Traditional Chinese medicine
130 Kalus, U.; Kiesewetter, H.; Radtke, H.
Effect of CYSTUS052 and green tea on subjective symptoms in patients with infection of the upper respiratory tract
Phytother Res, 2010, 24(1), 96-100
Respiratory diseases, Camellia, Camellia sinensis, Cistus, Cistus incanus, Common cold, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Phytomedicine, Randomized trial, Tea
131 Kaur, B.; Rowe, B.H.; Arnold, E.
Vitamin C supplementation for asthma
Cochrane Database Syst Rev, 2009, 1(CD000993), 1-34
Acidum ascorbicum, Asthma, Respiratory diseases, Nutrition/diet, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Dietary supplementation, Systematic review, Vitamins
132 Donesky-Cuenco, D.; Nguyen, H.Q.; Paul, S.; Carrieri-Kohlman, V.
Yoga therapy decreases dyspnea-related distress and improves functional performance in people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
A pilot study
J Altern Complement Med, 2009, 15(3), 225-234
Respiratory diseases, Dyspnea, Emphysema, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Meditation, Mind-body medicine, Mental diseases, Randomized trial, Stress, Yoga
133 Ngai, S.P.C.; Jones, A.Y.M.; Hui-Chan, C.W.Y.; Ko, F.W.S.; Hui, D.S.C.
Effect of Acu-TENS on post-exercise expiratory lung volume in subjects with asthma
A randomized controlled trial
Respir Physiol Neurobiol, 2009, 167(3), 348-353
Acupuncture, Asthma, Respiratory diseases, Electrotherapy, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Physical therapy, Randomized trial, Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS), Traditional Chinese medicine
134 Suzuki, M.; Yokoyama, Y.; Yamazaki, H.
Research into acupuncture for respiratory disease in Japan
A systematic review
Acupunct Med, 2009, 27(2), 54-60
Acupuncture, Asthma, Respiratory diseases, Bronchitis, Emphysema, Common cold, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Systematic review, Traditional Chinese medicine
135 Wang, X.H.; Xiao, L.Y.; Wang, B.F.; Yuan, Y.D.; Pan, W.S.; Shi, Y.Z.
Influence of auricular plaster therapy on sleeping structure in OSAS patients
J Trad Chin Med, 2009, 29(1), 3-5
Acupressure, Acupuncture, Apnea, Respiratory diseases, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Ear acupuncture, Randomized trial, Traditional Chinese medicine
136 Kelly-Pieper, K.; Patil, S.P.; Busse, P.; Yang, N.; Sampson, H.; Li, X.M.; Wisnivesky, J.P.; Kattan, M.
Safety and tolerability of an antiasthma herbal Formula (ASHMI) in adult subjects with asthma
A randomized, double-blinded, placebo-controlled, dose-escalation phase I study
J Altern Complement Med, 2009, 15(7), 735-743
Asthma, Respiratory diseases, Ganoderma, Ganoderma lucidum, Glycyrrhiza, Glycyrrhiza uralensis, Chinese medicinal herbs, Clinical research, Kombinationsarzneimittel, Complementary and alternative medicine, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial, Sophora, Sophora flavescens, Traditional Chinese medicine
137 Lissiman, E.; Bhasale, A.L.; Cohen, M.
Garlic for the common cold
Cochrane Database Syst Rev, 2009, 3(CD006206), 1-12
Allium, Allium sativum, Respiratory diseases, Common cold, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Phytomedicine, Systematic review
138 Hart, A.; Dey, P.
Echinacea for prevention of the common cold
An illustrative overview of how information from different systematic reviews is summarised on the internet
Prev Med, 2009, 49(2-3), 78-82
Respiratory diseases, Common cold, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Phytomedicine, Journalism, Systematic review, Theory, Review (CR)
139 Ramchandani, N.M.
Homoeopathic treatment of upper respiratory tract infections in children
Evaluation of thirty case series
Complement Ther Clin Pract, 2009, 16(2), 101-108
Respiratory diseases, Observational trial, Common cold, Homeopathy, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Pediatrics
140 Mularski, R.A.; Munjas, B.A.; Lorenz, K.A.; Sun, S.; Robertson, S.J.; Schmelzer, W.; Kim, A.C.; Shekelle, P.G.
Randomized controlled trial of mindfulness-based therapy for dyspnea in chronic obstructive lung disease
J Altern Complement Med, 2009, 15(10), 1083-1090
Mindfulness meditation, Respiratory diseases, Dyspnea, Emphysema, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Meditation, Mind-body medicine, Randomized trial
141 Wong, E.L.; Sung, R.Y.; Leung, T.F.; Wong, Y.O.; Li, A.M.; Cheung, K.L.; Wong, C.K.; Fok, T.F.; Leung, P.C.
Randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial of herbal therapy for children with asthma
J Altern Complement Med, 2009, 15(10), 1091-1097
Asthma, Astragalus, Astragalus mongholicus, Respiratory diseases, Cordyceps, Cordyceps sinensis, Fritillaria, Fritillaria cirrhosa, Clinical research, Kombinationsarzneimittel, Complementary and alternative medicine, Pediatrics, Phytomedicine, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial, Scutellaria, Stemona, Stemona curtisii
142 Agarwal, A.; Prasad, R.; Jain, A.
Effect of green tea extract (catechins) in reducing oxidative stress seen in patients of pulmonary tuberculosis on DOTS Cat I regimen
Phytomed, 2010, 17(1), 23-27
Respiratory diseases, Camellia, Camellia sinensis, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Phytomedicine, Randomized trial, Tuberculosis
143 Hensler, S.; Guendling, P.W.; Schmidt, M.; Jork, K.
Autologous blood therapy for common cold
A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial
Complement Ther Med, 2009, 17(5-6), 257-261
Respiratory diseases, Autohaemotherapy, Common cold, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial
144 Saxena, R.C.; Singh, R.; Kumar, P.; Yadav, S.C.; Negi, M.P.; Saxena, V.S.; Joshua, A.J.; Vijayabalaji, V.; Goudar, K.S.; Venkateshwarlu, K.; Amit, A.
A randomized double blind placebo controlled clinical evaluation of extract of Andrographis paniculata (KalmCold) in patients with uncomplicated upper respiratory tract infection
Phytomed, 2010, 17(3-4), 178-185
Andrographis paniculata, Respiratory diseases, Common cold, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Phytomedicine, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial
145 Moyad, M.A.; Robinson, L.E.; Zawada, E.T.; Kittelsrud, J.; Chen, D.G.; Reeves, S.G.; Weaver, S.
Immunogenic yeast-based fermentate for cold/flu-like symptoms in nonvaccinated individuals
J Altern Complement Med, 2010, 16(2), 213-218
Respiratory diseases, Common cold, Nutrition/diet, Flu, Immunomodulation, Immune system, Infections, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Microbiological therapy, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial
146 De, B.K.; Dutta, D.; Pal, S.K.; Gangopadhyay, S.; Das Baksi, S.; Pani, A.
The role of garlic in hepatopulmonary syndrome
A randomized controlled trial
Can J Gastroenterol, 2010, 24(3), 183-188
Allium, Allium sativum, Respiratory diseases, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Liver, Lung, Gastrointestinal tract, Phytomedicine, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial
147 Ross, S.M.
A standardized Echinacea extract demonstrates efficacy in the prevention and treatment of colds in athletes
Holist Nurs Pract, 2010, 24(2), 107-109
Respiratory diseases, Observational trial, Echinacea, Echinacea purpurea, Common cold, Complementary and alternative medicine, Phytomedicine, Prevention, Sports medicine
148 Silk, R.; LeFante, C.
Safety of zinc gluconate glycine (Cold Eeze) in a geriatric population
A randomized, placebo-controlled, double-blind trial
Am J Ther, 2005, 12(6), 612-617
Respiratory diseases, Common cold, Geriatrics, Homeopathy, Immunomodulation, Immune system, Clinical research, Kombinationsarzneimittel, Complementary and alternative medicine, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial, Zincum
149 Boskabady, M.H.; Mohsenpoor, N.; Takaloo, L.
Antiasthmatic effect of Nigella sativa in airways of asthmatic patients
Phytomed, 2010, 17(10), 707-713
Asthma, Respiratory diseases, Observational trial, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Nigella sativa, Phytomedicine
150 Shadkam, M.N.; Mozaffari-Khosravi, H.; Mozayan, M.R.
A comparison of the effect of honey, dextromethorphan, and diphenhydramine on nightly cough and sleep quality in children and their parents
J Altern Complement Med, 2010, 16(7), 787-793
Apitherapy, Respiratory diseases, Homespun remedies, Honey, Cough, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Conventional medicine, Pediatrics, Randomized trial, Traditional medicine
151 Kamin, W.; Maydannik, V.; Malek, F.A.; Kieser, M.
Efficacy and tolerability of EPs 7630 in children and adolescents with acute bronchitis
A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled multicenter trial with a herbal drug preparation from Pelargonium sidoides roots
Int J Clin Pharmacol Ther, 2010, 48(3), 184-191
Respiratory diseases, Bronchitis, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Pediatrics, Pelargonium, Pelargonium sidoides, Phytomedicine, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial, Umckaloabo
152 Kaminskyi, A.; Frazier, M.; Johnstone, K.; Gleberzon, B.J.
Chiropractic care for patients with asthma
A systematic review of the literature
J Can Chiropr Assoc, 2010, 54(1), 24-32
Asthma, Respiratory diseases, Chiropractic, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Manual therapy, Systematic review
153 Matthys, H.; Lizogub, V.G.; Malek, F.A.; Kieser, M.
Efficacy and tolerability of EPs 7630 tablets in patients with acute bronchitis
A randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled dose-finding study with a herbal drug preparation from Pelargonium sidoides
Curr Med Res Opinion, 2010, 26(6), 1413-1422
Respiratory diseases, Bronchitis, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Pelargonium, Pelargonium sidoides, Phytomedicine, Placebo-controlled
154 Fulambarker, A.; Farooki, B.; Kheir, F.; Copur, A.S.; Srinivasan, L.; Schultz, S.
Effect of yoga in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
Am J Ther, 2012, 19(2), 96-100
Respiratory diseases, Observational trial, Emphysema, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Meditation, Mind-body medicine, Yoga
155 Swami, G.; Singh, S.; Singh, K.P.; Gupta, M.
Effect of yoga on pulmonary function tests of hypothyroid patients
Indian J Physiol Pharmacol, 2010, 54(1), 51-56
Respiratory diseases, Observational trial, Gynaecology, Hypothyreodism, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Lung, Meditation, Mind-body medicine, Metabolic diseases, Yoga
156 Yeh, G.Y.; Roberts, D.H.; Wayne, P.M.; Davis, R.B.; Quilty, M.T.; Phillips, R.S.
Tai chi exercise for patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
A pilot study
Respir Care, 2010, 55(11), 1475-1482
Respiratory diseases, Emphysema, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Randomized trial, Taiji, Traditional Chinese medicine
157 Pach, D.; Knöchel, B.; Lüdtke, R.; Wruck, K.; Willich, S.N.; Witt, C.M.
Visiting a sauna: does inhaling hot dry air reduce common cold symptoms?
A randomised controlled trial
MJA, 2010, 193(11-12), 730-734
Respiratory diseases, Common cold, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Physical therapy, Prevention, Randomized trial, Sauna
158 Zhong, Y.; Mao, B.; Wang, G.; Fan, T.; Liu, X.; Diao, X.; Fu, J.
Tanreqing injection combined with conventional Western medicine for acute exacerbations of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
A systematic review
J Altern Complement Med, 2010, 16(12), 1309-1319
Respiratory diseases, Emphysema, Clinical research, Kombinationsarzneimittel, Complementary and alternative medicine, Conventional medicine, Systematic review, Tanreqing, Traditional Chinese medicine
159 Kazaks, A.G.; Uriu-Adams, J.Y.; Albertson, T.E.; Shenoy, S.F.; Stern, J.S.
Effect of oral magnesium supplementation on measures of airway resistance and subjective assessment of asthma control and quality of life in men and women with mild to moderate asthma
A randomized placebo controlled trial
J Asthma, 2010, 47(1), 83-92
Asthma, Respiratory diseases, Nutrition/diet, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Magnesium, Minerals, Dietary supplementation, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial
160 Olsson, E.M.; Scheele, B. von
Relaxing on a bed of nails
An exploratory study of the effects on the autonomic, cardiovascular, and respiratory systems, and saliva cortisol
J Altern Complement Med, 2011, 17(1), 5-12
Respiratory diseases, Observational trial, Endocrinology, Relaxation, Healthy probands, Cardiovascular diseases, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Mind-body medicine, Nervous system, Vegetative nervous system, Cortisone
161 Barrett, B.; Brown, R.; Rakel, D.; Mundt, M.; Bone, K.; Barlow, S.; Ewers, T.
Echinacea for treating the common cold
A randomized trial
Ann Intern Med, 2010, 153(12), 769-777
Respiratory diseases, Echinacea, Echinacea purpurea, Common cold, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Phytomedicine, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial
162 Roll, S.; Nocon, M.; Willich, S.N.
Reduction of common cold symptoms by encapsulated juice powder concentrate of fruits and vegetables
A randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial
Br J Nutr, 2011, 105(1), 118-122
Respiratory diseases, Common cold, Nutrition/diet, Complementary and alternative medicine, Dietary supplementation, Phytomedicine, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial
163 Yeh, G.Y.; Mietus, J.E.; Peng, C.K.; Phillips, R.S.; Davis, R.B.; Wayne, P.M.; Goldberger, A.L.; Thomas, R.J.
Enhancement of sleep stability with tai chi exercise in chronic heart failure
Perliminary findings using an ECG-based spectrogram method
Sleep Med, 2008, 9(5), 527-536
Respiratory diseases, Observational trial, Emphysema, Cardiovascular diseases, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Mental diseases, Sleep disorders, Taiji, Traditional Chinese medicine
164 Singh, M.; Das, R.R.
Zinc for the common cold (Review)
Cochrane Database Syst Rev, 2011, 2(CD001364), 1-58
Respiratory diseases, Common cold, Nutrition/diet, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Dietary supplementation, Trace elements, Systematic review, Zincum
165 Chukumnerd, P.; Hatthakit, U.; Chuaprapaisilp, A.
The experience of persons with allergic respiratory symptoms
Practicing yoga as a self-healing modality
Holist Nurs Pract, 2011, 25(2), 63-70
Allergies, Asthma, Respiratory diseases, Observational trial, Immune system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Meditation, Mind-body medicine, Yoga
166 Luna, L.A. Jr.; Bachi, A.L.; Novaes, E. Brito R.R.; Eid, R.G.; Suguri, V.M.; Oliveira, P.W.; Gregorio, L.C.; Vaisberg, M.
Immune responses induced by Pelargonium sidoides extract in serum and nasal mucosa of athletes after exhaustive exercise
Modulation of secretory IgA, IL-6 and IL-15
Phytomed, 2011, 18(4), 303-308
Respiratory diseases, Healthy probands, Immunomodulation, Immune system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Pelargonium, Pelargonium sidoides, Phytomedicine, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial, Sports medicine
167 Chan, A.W.; Lee, A.; Suen, L.K.; Tam, W.W.
Tai chi Qigong improves lung functions and activity tolerance in COPD clients
A single blind, randomized controlled trial
Complement Ther Med, 2011, 19(1), 3-11
Respiratory diseases, Emphysema, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Qi Gong, Randomized trial, Taiji, Traditional Chinese medicine
168 Gleeson, M.; Bishop, N.C.; Oliveira, M.; Tauler, P.
Daily probiotic's (Lactobacillus casei Shirota) reduction of infection incidence in athletes
Int J Sport Nutr Exerc Metab, 2011, 21, 55-64
Respiratory diseases, Common cold, Nutrition/diet, Immunomodulation, Immune system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Lactobacillus casei, Lactobacillus spec., Placebo-controlled, Prevention, Probiotics, Randomized trial, Sports medicine
169 Chan, A.W.K.; Lee, A.; Suen, L.K.P.; Tam, W.S.
Effectiveness of a Tai chi Qigong program in promoting health-related quality of life and perceived social support in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease clients
Quality Life Res, 2010, 19(5), 653-664
Respiratory diseases, Emphysema, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Qi Gong, Randomized trial, Taiji, Traditional Chinese medicine
170 Lai, W.S.; Chao, C.S.C.; Yang, W.P.; Chen, C.H.
Efficacy of guided imagery with theta music for advanced cancer patients with dyspnea
A pilot study
Biol Res Nurs, 2010, 12(2), 188-197
Respiratory diseases, Observational trial, Dyspnea, Imagery, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Cancer, Meditation, Mind-body medicine, Music therapy
171 Stauss-Grabo, M.; Atiye, S.; Warnke, A.; Wedemeyer, R.S.; Donath, F.; Blume, H.H.
Observational study on the tolerability and safety of film-coated tablets containing ivy extract (Prospan((R)) Cough Tablets) in the treatment of colds accompanied by coughing
Phytomed, 2011, 18(6), 433-436
Respiratory diseases, Observational trial, Common cold, Hedera, Hedera helix, Cough, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Phytomedicine, Prospan
172 Lanchava, N.; Nemsadze, K.; Chkhaidze, I.; Kandelaki, E.; Nareklishvili, N.
Wobenzym in treatment of recurrent obstructive bronchitis in children
Georgian Med News, 2005, (127), 50-53 (Internet)
Respiratory diseases, Observational trial, Bronchitis, Enzyme therapy, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Pediatrics, Wobenzym
173 An, X.; Zhang, A.L.; Yang, A.W.; Lin, L.; Wu, D.; Guo, X.; Shergis, J.L.; Thein, F.C.; Worsnop, C.J.; Xue, C.C.
Oral ginseng formulae for stable chronic obstructiv pulmonary disease
A systematic review
Respir Med, 2011, 105(2), 165-176
Respiratory diseases, Emphysema, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Phytomedicine, Systematic review, Panax, Panax ginseng
174 Posadzki, P.; Ernst, E.
Yoga for asthma?
A systematic review of randomized clinical trials
J Asthma, 2011, 48(6), 632-639
Asthma, Respiratory diseases, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Meditation, Mind-body medicine, Systematic review, Yoga
175 Minetti, A.M.; Forti, S.; Tassone, G.; Torretta, S.; Pignataro, L.
Efficacy of complex herbal compound of Echinacea angustifolia (Imoviral Junior) in recurrent upper respiratory tract infections during pediatric age
Preliminary results
Minerva Pediatr, 2011, 63(3), 177-182
Acidum, Acidum ascorbicum, Arabinogalaktan, Respiratory diseases, Observational trial, Echinacea, Common cold, Ear-nose-throat disorders, Imoviral, Clinical research, Kombinationsarzneimittel, Complementary and alternative medicine, Quinsy, Middle ear inflammation, Pediatrics, Phytomedicine, Zincum
176 Freire, A.O.; Sugai, G.C.M.; Togeiro, S.M.; Mello, L.E.; Tufik, S.
Immediate effect of acupuncture on the sleep pattern of patients with obstructive sleep apnoea
Acupunct Med, 2010, 28(3), 115-119
Acupuncture, Apnea, Respiratory diseases, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Mental diseases, Randomized trial, Sleep disorders, Traditional Chinese medicine
177 Irifune, K.; Hamada, H.; Ito, R.; Katayama, H.; Watanabe, A.; Kato, A.; Miyoshi, S.; Hamaguchi, N.; Toyozawa, R.; Hamaguchi, S.; Abe, M.; Nishimura, K.; Higaki, J.
Antitussive effect of bakumondoto a fixed kampo medicine (six herbal components) for treatment of post-infectious prolonged cough
Controlled clinical pilot study with 19 patients
Phytomed, 2011, 18(8-9), 630-633
Respiratory diseases, Bakumondoto, Cough, Clinical research, Kombinationsarzneimittel, Complementary and alternative medicine, Randomized trial, Traditional Japanese medicine
178 Mukaida, K.; Hattori, N.; Kondo, K.; Morita, N.; Murakami, I.; Haruta, Y.; Yokoyama, A.; Kohno, N.
A pilot study of the multiherb Kampo medicine bakumondoto for cough in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
Phytomed, 2011, 18(8-9), 625-629
Respiratory diseases, Bakumondoto, Emphysema, Cough, Clinical research, Kombinationsarzneimittel, Complementary and alternative medicine, Randomized trial, Traditional Japanese medicine
179 Scherr, J.; Nieman, D.C.; Schuster, T., Habermann, J.; Rank, M.; Braun, S.; Pressler, A.; Wolfarth, B.; Halle, M.
Non-alcoholic beer reduces inflammation and incidence of respiratory tract illness
Med Sci Sports Exerc, 2012, 44(1), 18-26
Antioxidants, Respiratory diseases, Common cold, Nutrition/diet, Healthy probands, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial
180 Panda, A.K.; Doddanagali, S.R.
Clinical efficacy of herbal Padmapatradi yoga in bronchial asthma (Tamaka Swasa)
J Ayurveda Integr Med, 2011, 2(2), 85-90
Asthma, Respiratory diseases, Ayurveda, Observational trial, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Meditation, Mind-body medicine, Yoga
181 Chand, S.K.; Manchanda, R.K.; Batra, S.; Mittal, R.
Homeopathy in the treatment of tubercular lymphadenitis (TBLN) - An Indian experience
Homeopathy, 2011, 100(3), 157-167
Adenitis, Respiratory diseases, Observational trial, Blood/Lymphatic system, Case report, Case analysis, Homeopathy, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Constitutional drugs, Practice, Retrospective design, Silicea, Tuberculinum, Tuberculosis
182 Thompson, E.A.; Shaw, A.; Nichol, J.; Hollinghurst, S.; Henderson, A.J.; Thompson, T.; Sharp, D.
The feasibility of a pragmatic randomised controlled trial to compare usual care with usual care plus individualised homeopathy, in children requiring secondary care for asthma
Homeopathy, 2011, 100(3), 122-130
Asthma, Respiratory diseases, Homeopathy, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Pediatrics, Randomized trial
183 Yang, Y.; Shen, Y.-k.; Zhou, X.-m; Fu, X.-q.; Mao, W.-m.; Dong, L.W.; Wang, J.; Cheng, G.-m.
Effect of Yiqi Bufei recipe on patients with pulmonary incompetence after pneumonectomy
Chin J Integr Med, 2011, epub ahead of print, 1-5
Angelica, Asparagus, Astragalus, Respiratory diseases, Surgery, Glycyrrhiza, Clinical research, Kombinationsarzneimittel, Complementary and alternative medicine, Lung, Postoperative complaints, Randomized trial, Rehabilitation, Schizandra, Schizandra chinensis, Traditional Chinese medicine, Panax, Panax ginseng
184 Anders, E.F.; Findeisen, A.; Lode, H.N.; Usichenko, T.I.
Acupuncture for treatment of acute vomiting in children with gastroenteritis and pneumonia
Klin Pädiatr, 2012, 224(2), 72-75
Acupuncture, Respiratory diseases, Observational trial, Vomiting, Gastroenteritis, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Lung inflammation, Gastrointestinal tract, Pediatrics, Traditional Chinese medicine, Sickness
185 Li, J.S.; Li, S.Y.; Yu, X.Q.; Xie, Y.; Wang, M.H.; Li, Z.G.; Zhang, N.Z.; Shao, S.J.; Zhang, Y.J.; Zhu, L.; Guo, L.X.; Bai, Y.P.; Wang, Y.F.
Bu-Fei Yi-Shen granule combined with acupoint sticking therapy in patients with stable chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
A randomized, double-blind, double-dummy, active-controlled, 4-center study
J Ethnopharmacol, 2012, 141(2), 584-591
Acupuncture, Respiratory diseases, Bu-Fei Yi-Shen, Emphysema, Chinese medicinal herbs, Clinical research, Kombinationsarzneimittel, Complementary and alternative medicine, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial, Traditional Chinese medicine
186 Hemilä, H.
Zinc lozenges may shorten the duration of colds
A systematic review
Open Resp Med J, 2011, 5, 51-58
Respiratory diseases, Common cold, Nutrition/diet, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Lutschtablette, Trace elements, Systematic review, Zincum
187 Scheewe, S.; Vogt, L.; Minakawa, S.; Eichmann, D.; Welle, S.; Stachow, R.; Banzer, W.
Acupuncture in children and adolescents with bronchial asthma
A randomised controlled study
Complement Ther Med, 2011, 19(5), 239-246
Acupuncture, Asthma, Respiratory diseases, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Pediatrics, Randomized trial, Traditional Chinese medicine
188 Lyrio, C.; Siqueira, C.M.; Veiga, V.F.; Homsani, F.; Marques, A.L.; Biolchini, J.; Dantas, F.; Matos, H.J.; Passos, S.M.L.; Couceiro, J.N.; Holandino, C.
The use of homeopathy to prevent symptoms of human flu and acute respiratory infections: a double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled clinical trial with 600 children from Brazilian Public Health Service
Int J High Dil Res, 2011, 10(36), 174-176 (Abstract)
Respiratory diseases, Common cold, Healthy probands, Homeopathy, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Pediatrics, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial
189 Santaella, D.F.; Devesa, C.R.; Rojo, M.R.; Amato, M.B.; Drager, L.F.; Casali, K.R.; Montano, N.; Lorienzi-Filho, G.
Yoga respiratory training improves respiratory function and cardiac sympathovagal balance in elderly subjects
A randomised controlled trial
BMJ Open, 2011, 1(1), e000085; (1-8)
Respiratory diseases, Geriatrics, Cardiovascular diseases, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Meditation, Mind-body medicine, Nervous system, Randomized trial, Vegetative nervous system, Yoga
190 Pathak, M.; Vyas, H.; Vyas, M.K.
A clinical trial of Pippali (Piper longum Linn.) with special reference to Abheshaja
Ayu, 2010, 31(4), 442-446
Respiratory diseases, Ayurveda, Cough, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Piper, Piper longum, Randomized trial, Adverse effect
191 Grammatopoulou, E.P.; Skordilis, E.K.; Stavrou, N.; Myrianthefs, P.; Karteroliotis, K.; Baltopoulos, G.; Koutsouki, D.
The effect of physiotherapy-based breathing retraining on asthma control
J Asthma, 2011, 48(6), 593-601
Asthma, Breathing therapy, Respiratory diseases, Complementary and alternative medicine, Manual therapy, Physiotherapy, Randomized trial
192 Guzun, R.; Aguilaniu, B.; Wuyam, B.; Mezin, P.; Koechlin-Ramonatxo, C.; Auffray, C.; Saks, V.; Pison, C.
Effects of training at mild exercise intensities on quadriceps muscle energy metabolism in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
Acta Physiol, 2012, 205(2), 236-246
Respiratory diseases, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Exercise therapy, Emphysema, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Muscles, Non-randomized trial, Physical therapy, Physiology
193 Nielsen, O.J.; Moller, K.; Jorgensen, K.E.
Effekten af traditionel kinesisk akupunktur på svær tinnitus
En dobbeltblind, placebokontrolleret klinisk undersøgelse med åben terapeutisk styring
Ugeskr Laeger, 1999, 161(4), 424-429
Acupuncture, Respiratory diseases, Ear-nose-throat disorders, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Ear noises, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial, Traditional Chinese medicine
194 Gründling, C.; Schimetta, W.; Frass, M.
Real-life effect of classical homeopathy in the treatment of allergies
A multicenter prospective observational study
Wien Klin Wochenschr, 2012, 124(1-2), 11-17
Allergies, Asthma, Respiratory diseases, Observational trial, Skin diseases, Hay fever, Homeopathy, Immune system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Neurodermitis
195 Fattah, M.A.; Hamdy, B.
Pulmonary functions of children with asthma improve following massage therapy
J Altern Complement Med, 2011, 17(11), 1065-1068
Asthma, Respiratory diseases, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Manual therapy, Massage, Pediatrics, Randomized trial
196 Tiralongo, E.; Lea, R.A.; Wee, S.S.; Hanna, M.M.; Griffiths, L.R.
Randomised, double blind, placebo-controlled trial of Echinacea supplementation in air travellers
eCAM, 2012, 2012, 417267; (1-9)
Respiratory diseases, Echinacea, Infections, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Phytomedicine, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial
197 Johnson, J.B.; Summer, W.; Cutler, R.G.; Martin, B., Hyun, D.H.; Dixit, V.D.; Pearson, M.; Nassar, M.; Telljohann, R.; Maudsley, S.; Carlson, O.; John, S.; Laub, D.R.; Mattson, M.P.
Alternate day calorie restriction improves clinical findings and reduces markers of oxidative stress and inflammation in overweight adults with moderate asthma
Free Radic Biol Med, 2007, 42(5), 665-674
Asthma, Respiratory diseases, Observational trial, Diet, Nutrition/diet, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Metabolic diseases, Overweight
198 Lolak, S.; Connors, G.L.; Sheridan, M.J.; Wise, T.N.
Effects of progressive muscle relaxation training on anxiety and depression in patients enrolled in an outpatient pulmonary rehabilitation program
Psychother Psychosom, 2008, 77(2), 119-125
Anxiety, Respiratory diseases, Depression, Relaxation, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Mind-body medicine, Progressive muscle relaxation, Mental diseases, Randomized trial, Rehabilitation
199 Zanotti, E.; Berardinelli, P.; Bizzarri, C.; Civardi, A.; Manstretta, A.; Rossetti, S.; Fracchia, C.
Osteopathic manipulative treatment effectiveness in severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
A pilot study
Complement Ther Med, 2012, 20(1-2), 16-22
Respiratory diseases, Emphysema, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Manual therapy, Osteopathy, Randomized trial, Rehabilitation
200 Wong, W.; Lam, C.L.; Fong, D.Y.
Treatment effectiveness of two Chinese herbal medicine formulae in upper respiratory tract infections
A randomized double-blind placebo-controlled trial
Family Practice, 2012, 29(6), 643-652
Respiratory diseases, Common cold, Chinese medicinal herbs, Jing Fang Bai Du san, Clinical research, Kombinationsarzneimittel, Complementary and alternative medicine, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial, Traditional Chinese medicine, Ying Qiao san