Objectives: Sexual dysfunction can adversely affect the quality of life and interpersonal relationships. nowadays, a lot of attention is paid to traditional Chinese medicine with better curative effects and less adverse events. Recent studies have implied the promising effect of acupuncture on sexual function. This systematic review evaluate the effectiveness and …
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Acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine in Wokingham, Berkshire with Dr (TCM) Attilio D'Alberto at the Wokingham Therapy Clinic, Denmark Street - over 20 years' experience, BAcC member.
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Dr (TCM) Attilio D'Alberto - a leading UK acupuncture and Chinese medicine expert with 20+ years' experience, BAcC member, author and editor, practising in Wokingham.
Read More »The Chinese herb Chuan Xiong works against brain metastasis of lung cancer
Objective: To explore the molecular mechanism mediating the inhibitory effect of Chuanxiong Rhizoma against brain metastasis of lung cancer using network pharmacology methods and molecular docking. Methods: The chemical components of Chuanxiong Rhizoma and their targets were obtained through the Traditional Chinese Medicine Systems Pharmacology (TCMSP) database. The relevant targets for brain metastasis of lung cancer …
Read More »New free Chinese herbal database launched called SuperTCM
Botanicals used in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) are a rich source for drug discovery and provide models for multi-component drug development. To facilitate the studies of the actions of TCM drugs and expand their applications, a comprehensive database is urgently required. Methods: One online resource connects all the relevant data from …
Read More »The Chinese herbal formula Feng Shi Gu Tong Wan relieves ankylosing spondylitis
Aim of the study: This study aims to explore the efficacy and safety of Feng Shi Gu Tong Wan in the treatment of ankylosing spondylitis. Materials and methods: This randomized, controlled, double-blinded, double-dummy trial enrolled patients with active ankylosing spondylitis defined as Bath Ankylosing Spondylitis Disease Activity Index (BASDAI) ≥ 4 or …
Read More »Chinese herbal medicine promotes diabetic wound healing
Aim of the review: This study has been carried out to reveal the classical signaling pathways and potential targets by the action of TCM on diabetic wound healing and provides evidence for its clinical efficacy. Materials and methods: “diabetic wound”, “diabetic foot ulcer”, “traditional Chinese medicine”, “natural plant” and “medicinal plant”, were …
Read More »Moxibustion increases AMH levels in females
The effect of androgens on follicular development and female reproduction has become an active research topic. Moxibustion is a Traditional Chinese Medicine therapy that has been reported to be able to prevent and treat numerous ovary-related problems. However, studies on the effect of moxibustion for diminished ovarian reserve (DOR) on …
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Electroacupuncture: How It Works and What It Treats - a guide from Acupuncture Times.
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History of Chinese herbs Herbs have been used to treat various health problems all over the world, including Europe, the Americas, Africa and Asia, for tens of thousands of years. In the West, the word ‘medicine’ used to mean herbal medicine. It’s only in the last 125 years, since aspirin …
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