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Research summary (Moxibustion): Moxibustion for depression: A meta-analysis. - Medicine, 2026.
Read More »Moxibustion Shows Promise for Depression, Though Evidence Quality Remains Low
Aerobic Exercise, Including Tai Chi, Improves Frailty and Functional Outcomes in Older Adults
Research summary (Tai Chi): Optimal aerobic exercise dose for improving metabolic health and functional outcomes in frail older adults: A systematic review and dose-res - Clinical nutrition (Edinburgh, Scotland), 2026.
Read More »Traditional Chinese Medicine Improves Nutritional Status in Maintenance Haemodialysis Patients, Meta-Analysis Finds
Research summary (Traditional Chinese Medicine): Efficacy of traditional Chinese medicine in improving nutritional status among Chinese maintenance hemodialysis patients: a meta-analysis of - Frontiers in nutrition, 2026.
Read More »Tuina Reduces Pain and Improves Function in Chronic Non-Specific Low Back Pain, Though Evidence Quality Remains Low
Research summary (Tuina): Tuina for chronic non-specific low back pain: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. - Complementary therapies in medicine, 2026.
Read More »Acupuncture Produces Distinct Brain Changes in Depression, Meta-Analysis Finds
Research summary (Electroacupuncture): Effects of acupuncture on brain function in patients with depression: A meta-analysis of functional magnetic resonance imaging studies. - Medicine, 2026.
Read More »Wendan Decoction Combined with Conventional Medicine Shows Significant Benefit for Depression, Meta-Analysis Finds
Research summary (Traditional Chinese Medicine): Efficacy of Wendan Decoction combined with conventional medicine for depression: a systematic review and meta-analysis. - Journal of ethnopharmacology, 2026.
Read More »Acupuncture Reduces Cancer-Related Fatigue and Improves Quality of Life in Breast Cancer Survivors
Research summary (Acupuncture): Effects of acupuncture on cancer-related fatigue and quality of life in breast cancer survivors: A systematic review and meta-analysis of ra - Medicine, 2026.
Read More »Acupuncture Shows Promise for Depression-Associated Chronic Pain, Especially as Add-On Therapy
Research summary (Acupuncture): The efficacy of acupuncture for depression-associated chronic pain: a systematic review and meta-analysis. - Frontiers in psychiatry, 2026.
Read More »Shensong Yangxin Capsule Reduces Atrial Fibrillation Recurrence After Catheter Ablation, Meta-Analysis Finds
Research summary (Traditional Chinese Medicine): A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials on the efficacy of Shensong Yangxin capsule for recurrence of atrial f - Journal of ethnopharmacology, 2026.
Read More »Traditional Chinese Medicine May Offer Short-Term Benefits for Children with IgA Vasculitis Nephritis, Systematic Review Finds
Research summary (Traditional Chinese Medicine): Efficacy and safety of traditional Chinese medicine in treating pediatric IgA vasculitis nephritis: A systematic review and meta-analysis of - Medicine, 2026.
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