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Lotfi R, Chikhaoui M, Elmourid A, Chigr F. The Use of Traditional and Complementary Medicine Among Patients With Multiple Sclerosis in Morocco. Int J MS Care 2024; 26:140-143. [PMID: 38872996 PMCID: PMC11168297 DOI: 10.7224/1537-2073.2022-116] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/15/2024]
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BACKGROUND Multiple sclerosis (MS) is an acquired chronic, autoimmune, and neurodegenerative disease of the central nervous system. In addition to conventional MS therapy, patients are interested in traditional and complementary medicine (T&CM). Our study aims to describe the use of T&CM in a cohort of Moroccan patients with MS. METHODS A quantitative descriptive study was adopted to study this subject. For data collection, we opted for an anonymous questionnaire for 98 patients with MS. We gathered data via an electronic survey, using multivariable analysis to examine the effect of specific factors on T&CM use. Data collection took place from March 2022 to June 2022. RESULTS The results show that 52% of patients use T&CM. Of those, 29.6% use cupping, 23.5% recite the Holy Quran, 15.3% use phytotherapy, 13.2% use apitherapy, and 10.2% use acupuncture. In addition, 66.3% of the surveyed respondents stated that alternative medicine positively affects their health. Finally, 49.1% of surveyed patients who use alternative medicine are between 30 and 40 years old. The results also show that the rate of T&CM use is higher in patients with progressive MS (OR = 2.540) and patients without financial access to disease-modifying therapy (OR = 2.100). CONCLUSIONS This study invites us to consider societal, cultural, and economic factors when studying the use of T&CM among people with MS. Further research is needed to understand the motivations for using T&CM.
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- Rachid Lotfi
- From the Biological Engineering Laboratory, Faculty of Sciences and Techniques, University Sultan Moulay Slimane, Bèni Mellal, Morocco
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- Laboratory of Ecology and Environment, Faculty of Sciences Ben M’Sik, Hassan II University of Casablanca, Casablanca, Morocco
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- Polyvalent Team in Research and Development, Department of Biology and Geology, Polydisciplinary Faculty, Sultan Moulay Slimane University, Bèni Mellal, Morocco
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- From the Biological Engineering Laboratory, Faculty of Sciences and Techniques, University Sultan Moulay Slimane, Bèni Mellal, Morocco
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Abdelfattah A, Zureigat A, Almotiri A, Alzughailat M, Al-Khreisat MJ, Abdel Fattah O. The impact of wet cupping on haematological and inflammatory parameters in a sample of Jordanian team players. Heliyon 2024; 10:e29330. [PMID: 38633638 PMCID: PMC11021965 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2024.e29330] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/04/2023] [Revised: 04/04/2024] [Accepted: 04/05/2024] [Indexed: 04/19/2024] Open
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Background/objective The practice of complementary and alternative medicine has significantly gained acceptance worldwide, such as Al-Hijama, also known as cupping therapy. Despite the growing popularity of therapeutic cupping among athletes, little is known about the impact of cupping therapy on sports fields. The current study was designed to explore the effect of wet cupping therapy on the haematological and inflammatory parameters in Jordanian national team players. Methods The procedure was carried out at a specialized centre for cupping in Amman on the morning of the 19th Rajab. The data were obtained from 14 healthy male participants aged between 21 and 22 years. The haematological and inflammatory parameters were assessed by comparing venous blood components before and after four weeks of wet cupping. Results Complete blood count (CBC) analysis of venous blood samples four weeks after wet cupping showed a significant increase in the values of total white blood cells (WBCs), neutrophils, lymphocytes, red blood cells (RBCs), haematocrit, and haemoglobin as compared with venous blood samples before cupping. Blood film examination of venous blood samples post-cupping revealed normocytic normochromic RBCs; WBCs and platelets were unremarkable. Analysis of inflammatory markers post cupping showed a significant decrease in the monocyte/lymphocyte ratio (MLR) and platelet/lymphocyte ratio (PLR) but no differences in neutrophil/lymphocyte ratio (NLR). Conclusion The findings of this study suggest that wet cupping has an indispensable influence on haematological and immunological parameters in athletes, where it reinforces cellular immunity, generates younger blood cells, and reduces inflammation markers. It is probable, therefore, that cupping improves sports performance and achievement. The evidence from this research adds to a growing body of literature on cupping therapy in sports.
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- Ali Abdelfattah
- Department of Medical Laboratory Sciences, Faculty of Applied Medical Sciences, The Hashemite University, Zarqa, 13133, Jordan
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- School of Sports Science, The University of Jordan, Amman, Jordan
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory Sciences, College of Applied Medical Sciences—Dawadmi, Shaqra University, Dawadmi, 17464, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Haematology, School of Medical Sciences, University Sains Malaysia, Kubang Kerian, 16150, Kelantan, Malaysia
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Dergaa I, Ghram A, Romdhani M, Souissi A, Ammar A, Farahat RA, Fessi MS, Irandoust K, Taheri M, Masmoudi T, Dergaa MA, Souissi N, Hammouda O, Weiss K, Chamari K, Ben Saad H, Knechtle B. Does wet-cupping therapy improve repeated sprint ability, perceived wellness, and rating of perceived exertion in young active males? SPORTS MEDICINE AND HEALTH SCIENCE 2023. [DOI: 10.1016/j.smhs.2023.09.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/09/2023] Open
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Abazari M, Yousefi M, Rahimi VB, Vahid H, Saki A, Gholoobi A. Interactive Effects of Nutrition Modification and Wet Cupping on Male Patients with Refractory Stable Angina. J Pharmacopuncture 2022; 25:224-232. [PMID: 36186099 PMCID: PMC9510135 DOI: 10.3831/kpi.2022.25.3.224] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/08/2021] [Revised: 01/20/2022] [Accepted: 08/05/2022] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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Objectives Routine therapies cannot control refractory stable angina, leading to a high economic burden and an impaired quality of life. Persian medicine incorporates exceptional attention to lifestyle and nutrition to prevent and treat various diseases. Previous studies have reported the analgesic and anti-inflammatory effects of wet cupping. The present study aims to determine the effects of nutrition and cupping on refractory stable angina patients. Methods Forty male patients with refractory stable angina were randomly allocated to four groups, including nutrition modification based on Persian medicine, wet cupping, nutrition modification along with wet cupping, and control. The primary outcomes were the changes in pain score using a visual analog scale and quality of life using the Seattle angina questionnaire. The secondary outcomes were changes in the exercise test and blood pressure. Results The results of the present study revealed that 30 days of treatment with nutrition modification based on Persian medicine, cupping, and modified nutrition and cupping along with standard treatment for stable angina significantly increased the patient’s quality of life and exercise test results while reducing pain, and systolic and diastolic blood pressure. Conclusion Applying complementary Persian medicine methods such as nutrition modification and cupping along with the classical medical treatments may improve outcomes for refractory stable angina patients.
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- Mohammad Abazari
- Department of Persian Medicine, School of Persian and Complementary Medicine, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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- Department of Persian Medicine, School of Persian and Complementary Medicine, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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- Department of Cardiovascular Diseases, Faculty of Medicine, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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- Department of Persian Medicine, School of Persian and Complementary Medicine, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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- Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, School of Health, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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- Department of Cardiovascular Diseases, Faculty of Medicine, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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Guo L, Wang L, Wang Z, Wei L, Ding L, Kong Y, Liu Z, Tian Y, Yang F, Sun L. Evaluation of the effectiveness and safety of cupping therapy in the treatment of asthma: A protocol for systematic review and meta-analysis. Medicine (Baltimore) 2021; 100:e27518. [PMID: 34731141 PMCID: PMC8519211 DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000027518] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/27/2021] [Accepted: 09/28/2021] [Indexed: 01/05/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Asthma is one of the most common chronic airway diseases and is characterized by wheezing, dyspnea, chest tightness, and coughing. These symptoms reduce the patient's quality of life and limit physical activity in daily life. However, there is no systematic review of the efficacy of cupping therapy in the treatment of asthma. To evaluate the efficacy and safety of cupping in the treatment of asthma, we conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis of published randomized clinical trials of cupping in the treatment of asthma. METHODS We will search the following Chinese and English databases: China National Knowledge Infrastructure, China Science and Periodical Database, Wanfang Database, China Biomedical Literature Database, PubMed, Embase, Cochrane Library. All of the above electronic databases will be searched from inception to August 22, 2021. In addition, we will manually search for conference papers, ongoing experiments, and internal reports to supplement the studies retrieved via electronic search. We will use the Review Manager 5.4 provided by Cochrane Collaboration Network for statistical analysis. RESULTS The study will prove the effectiveness and safety of cupping in the treatment of asthma. CONCLUSION We plan to submit this systematic review to a peer-reviewed journal. INPLASY REGISTRATION NUMBER INPLASY202180104.
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- Lei Guo
- Changchun University of Chinese Medicine, 1035 Boshuo Road, Changchun City, Jilin Province, China
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- Changchun University of Chinese Medicine, 1035 Boshuo Road, Changchun City, Jilin Province, China
- Affiliated Hospital of Changchun University of Chinese Medicine, 1478 Gongnong Road, Changchun City, Jilin Province, China
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- Changchun University of Chinese Medicine, 1035 Boshuo Road, Changchun City, Jilin Province, China
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- Changchun University of Chinese Medicine, 1035 Boshuo Road, Changchun City, Jilin Province, China
- Affiliated Hospital of Changchun University of Chinese Medicine, 1478 Gongnong Road, Changchun City, Jilin Province, China
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- Changchun University of Chinese Medicine, 1035 Boshuo Road, Changchun City, Jilin Province, China
- Affiliated Hospital of Changchun University of Chinese Medicine, 1478 Gongnong Road, Changchun City, Jilin Province, China
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- Changchun University of Chinese Medicine, 1035 Boshuo Road, Changchun City, Jilin Province, China
- Affiliated Hospital of Changchun University of Chinese Medicine, 1478 Gongnong Road, Changchun City, Jilin Province, China
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- Changchun University of Chinese Medicine, 1035 Boshuo Road, Changchun City, Jilin Province, China
- Affiliated Hospital of Changchun University of Chinese Medicine, 1478 Gongnong Road, Changchun City, Jilin Province, China
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- Changchun University of Chinese Medicine, 1035 Boshuo Road, Changchun City, Jilin Province, China
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- Changchun University of Chinese Medicine, 1035 Boshuo Road, Changchun City, Jilin Province, China
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- Changchun University of Chinese Medicine, 1035 Boshuo Road, Changchun City, Jilin Province, China
- Affiliated Hospital of Changchun University of Chinese Medicine, 1478 Gongnong Road, Changchun City, Jilin Province, China
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Tao L. Application of Data Mining in the Analysis of Martial Arts Athlete Competition Skills and Tactics. JOURNAL OF HEALTHCARE ENGINEERING 2021; 2021:5574152. [PMID: 33884158 PMCID: PMC8041537 DOI: 10.1155/2021/5574152] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/24/2021] [Revised: 03/05/2021] [Accepted: 03/19/2021] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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In martial arts, data mining technologies are used to describe and analyze the moves of athletes and changes in the process and sequences. Martial arts is a process in which athletes use all kinds of strengths and actions to make offensive and defensive changes according to the tactics of opponents. One such martial arts is Wushu arts as it has a long history in reference to Chinese martial arts. During the Wushu competition, Wushu athletes show their adaptability and technical level in complex, random, and nonlinear competitive abilities, organized and systematic skills, tactics, and position movement. Using data mining techniques, in-depth mining a particular type of martial arts competition technology and tactics behind statistical data, and using the data to find the law of change to solve some problems, for martial arts athletes in daily training to develop technology and tactics and improve competition results, is the practical significance of data mining in martial arts athletes competition. This research explored the relationship between goal-oriented and mental intensity and their effect on competitive success outcomes.
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- Lingrong Tao
- Physical Education Institute, Jimei University, Xiamen 361021, China
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Kang L, Liu P, Peng A, Sun B, He Y, Huang Z, Wang M, Hu Y, He B. Application of traditional Chinese therapy in sports medicine. SPORTS MEDICINE AND HEALTH SCIENCE 2021; 3:11-20. [PMID: 35782678 PMCID: PMC9219272 DOI: 10.1016/j.smhs.2021.02.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/28/2021] [Revised: 02/05/2021] [Accepted: 02/05/2021] [Indexed: 01/31/2023] Open
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Chinese herbs have been used as dietary supplements to improve exercise performance. However, evidence-based studies for the use of Chinese herbs in sports remain scarce. Traditional Chinese therapy (TCT), a form of traditional Chinese non-pharmacological intervention, has remained in use for thousands of years in sports medicine. TCT is beneficial for sports injuries and in enhancing skill development, and is becoming increasingly popular among athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and individuals who regularly exercise. The therapeutic effects of TCT have been demonstrated by clinical and experimental studies, but using these modalities still is associate with potentially adverse effects. Further well-designed studies are necessary to confirm the efficacy of TCT in sports medicine. This review aims to summarize the application of TCT, discuss the issues surrounding TCT clinical research, and provide suggestions for applying traditional Chinese methods in the field of sports medicine.
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- Liang Kang
- Institute of Sports Medicine and Health, Chengdu Sport University, Chengdu, 610041, China
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- School of Sports Medicine and Health, Chengdu Sport University, Chengdu, 610041, China
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- School of Sports Medicine and Health, Chengdu Sport University, Chengdu, 610041, China
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- School of Sports Medicine and Health, Chengdu Sport University, Chengdu, 610041, China
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- School of Sports Medicine and Health, Chengdu Sport University, Chengdu, 610041, China
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- School of Sports Medicine and Health, Chengdu Sport University, Chengdu, 610041, China
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- School of Sports Medicine and Health, Chengdu Sport University, Chengdu, 610041, China
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- Sport Hospital Affiliated to Chengdu Sport University, Chengdu, 610041, China
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- Sport Hospital Affiliated to Chengdu Sport University, Chengdu, 610041, China
- Corresponding author. Sport Hospital Affiliated to Chengdu Sports University, 610041, No. 251, Wuhou Temple Street, Wuhou District, Chengdu, China.
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