Edzard Ernst MD, PhD, MAE, FMedSci, FRSB, FRCP, FRCPEd.
Chronic back pain is a prevalent and debilitating condition, significantly impacting quality of life and functional independence. While conventional interventions, including physical therapy and pharmacological treatments, are commonly utilized, complementary practices like yoga are increasingly explored for their potential benefits in pain management and functional improvement.
Tiger balm: not free of adverse effects and not supported by …
Dec 2, 2019 · Tiger Balm (TB) ointments are Chinese topical remedies, often used for pain relief available as over-the-counter medications. TB is clearly popular, but does it work? The aim of this systematic review was to find out by assessing the efficacy, safety and tolerability of TB ointments. A total of 12 studies were included (five on TB ointments
About - Edzard Ernst
Edzard Ernst was born in 1948. He went to school in Germany and the US and studied psychology and medicine at the Ludwig Maximilians University in Munich. In 1977, he qualified as a physician in Munich where he also completed his MD and PhD theses. He was Professor in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PMR) at
Effect of acupuncture on house dust mite specific IgE, substance P, and symptoms in persistent allergic rhinitis John Leslie McDonald, PhD*; Peter K. Smith, PhD*; Caroline A. Smith, PhDy; Charlie Changli Xue, PhDz; Brenda Golianu, MDx; Allan W. Cripps, PhD*; the Mucosal Immunology Research Group *School of Medicine, Menzies Health Institute, Griffith University, Queensland, Australia
The ‘OBERON’: revolutionary invention or dangerous con?
Nov 30, 2020 · Recent comments on this blog prompted me to look into a very strange therapeutic and diagnostic device used by some practitioners of so-called alternative medicine ():The OBERON provides the most unique tool for scanning the various organs and systems of the physical body without having to make a medical or surgical intrusion. Developed by Russian scientists since the early 1990’s, the ...
Best Practices for Chiropractic Management of Patients with …
Dec 20, 2024 · The objective of this paper, as stated by its authors, was to develop an evidence-based clinical practice guideline (CPG) through a broad-based consensus process on best practices for chiropractic management of patients with chronic musculoskeletal (MSK) pain. Using systematic reviews identified in an initial literature search, a steering committee of experts in research and management
The General Chiropractic Council will investigate suspected …
Dec 21, 2024 · The General Chiropractic Council (GCC) has signed a memorandum of understanding with NHS England, the Crown Prosecution Service and the National Police Chiefs’ Council to collaborate where there is suspected criminal activity on the part of a GCC member in relation to the provision of clinical care or care decision-making.. I find …
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Prince Charles and Laurence van der Post – does it matter?
me and gave me feedback said that they knew about Charles’ advocacy of alternative medicine.So, the ‘nothing much ... coming soon. Excellent book. I didn’t realize Prince Charles was so stubbornly in love with pseudoscience and trying to ... approaches, in addition to the explanations of HRH Prince Charles’ involvement with them.A most worthwhile book for anyone ...
The Efficacy and Safety of a Natural Health Supplement in …
3 days ago · This open-label, randomized, controlled trial was aimed to assess the effectiveness and safety of Vuong Hoat (VH) natural health supplement for reducing the negative impact of low back pain, improving the quality of life, and enhancing functional activities in patients with lumbar degenerative disc disease (LDD).. The study involved 60 patients suffering from low back pain caused by LDD.