Tag: research
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The RCCM is looking for submissions
The RCCM is delighted to be holding the annual RCCM Conference on the 4 August 2023 at RLHIM, London. The event will showcase UK research in complementary and integrative healthcare and is suitable for researchers, clinicians, practitioners and postgraduate students. It is a friendly and collaborative event with plenty of opportunities for networking and exchanging…
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Beetroot juice and coronary heart disease
Studies show that a glass of beetroot juice can help those with coronary heart disease New research suggests that a daily glass of beetroot juice reduces harmful inflammation by boosting nitric oxide levels, helping those with coronary heart disease. People with the condition have lower levels of nitric oxide, which is produced naturally by the…
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Long Covid Research
We take a look at two pilot studies looking into complementary therapy approaches to support clients with symptoms of long Covid The Anosmia, Acupressure, Aromastick and Aromapot Project By project leads, Dr Peter Mackereth, Paula Maycock and Ann Carter Before COVID 19 emerged, anosmia (the inability to detect odours) was a relatively unknown term outside…
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Massage could help reduce occupational stress for people working in emergency medical services
Massage could be an effective therapy for reducing stress in people working in emergency medical services, according to a study published in the International Journal of Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork. People working in emergency services often suffer from occupational stress, so the study sought to establish whether massage could help. Researchers recruited 58 people working…
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College of Medicine launches its October Complementary Medicine Roundup
The College of Medicine has recently published its October Complementary Medicine roundup. Written by former barrister Richard Eaton and published quarterly, the roundup is packed with a wealth of information on the latest developments in complementary therapy, from evidence-base and advocacy, to changes in legislation and current challenges. In the October edition Richard looks at…
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World Mental Health Day
Today is World Mental Health Day, a global event that raises awareness of mental health issues, highlights support available and campaigns for more to be done to ensure everyone gets the care that they need. According to the Mental Health Foundation, nearly 50% of UK adults believe that they have had a diagnosable mental health problem…
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Massage therapy assists in elite para-athlete recovery
Massage therapy can improve sleep and muscle tightness to aid recovery in elite para-athletes, according to a study published in BMJ Open Sport and Exercise Medicine (Kennedy et al, 2018). In a mixed methods study, scientists invited nine members of Team Roger C Peace, an elite para-cycling team from South Carolina, USA, to receive one…
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Acupuncture may be more effective than ibuprofen for lumbar disc herniation
Acupuncture has a more favourable effect in the treatment of lumbar disc herniation than lumbar traction and ibuprofen, according to a recent study published by the BMJ. Scientists from Guangzhou, China conducted a systematic review and meta analysis of randomised controlled trials in leading scientific databases to evaluate the effectiveness of acupuncture in the treatment…
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Indoor air pollution as harmful as car fumes, study finds
The shampoo, deodorants, air fresheners, cleaning products and even perfumes in our homes could be creating as much air pollution as the transportation sector, a new study finds. Conventional wisdom maintains that outside air pollution from cars, industry and public transport are the main sources of air pollution. While this was true in previous decades, today…
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Music can help clients change their tune
We update readers on a past case study, and talk about the benefits of music.
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Greater muscle strength – better cognitive function for older people
Greater muscle strength is associated with better cognitive function in ageing men and women, according to a new Finnish study. The association of extensively measured upper and lower body muscle strength with cognitive function was observed, but handgrip strength was not associated with cognitive function. Cognition refers to brain functions relating to receiving, storing, processing…
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College of Medicine calls for student essays on sustainable healthcare
The College of Medicine is currently accepting entries from students of all health and social care professions for the esteemed Michael Pittilo Essay Prize 2017. First launched in 2010, the Michael Pittilo Essay Prize recognises and celebrates the integration of conventional and complementary approaches to healthcare. Entries are open to UK students studying any healthcare discipline…
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