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Clinical trials, randomized controlled trials (RCTs), and systematic reviews investigating the efficacy and safety of complementary and integrative medicine interventions. Represents the highest level of evidence-based research.
115 studiesModern Pharmacological Research
Scientific studies investigating the pharmacological properties, mechanisms of action, and therapeutic potential of natural substances including herbs, plant extracts, and phytochemicals. Includes in vitro studies, animal models, and pharmacokinetic research.
44 studiesTraditional Chinese Medicine
An ancient system of medicine that originated in China over 2,000 years ago, based on the concepts of Qi (vital energy), Yin-Yang balance, and the Five Elements theory
24 studiesModern Manual Therapy Research
Scientific investigation of manual therapies including massage, acupuncture mechanisms, chiropractic, osteopathy, and bodywork. Includes biomechanical studies, neurophysiological research, and clinical outcomes.
22 studiesModern Nutritional Research
Scientific studies on diet therapy, nutritional supplements, functional foods, and their therapeutic applications. Includes clinical nutrition research, nutrigenomics, and dietary intervention trials.
20 studiesModern Mind-Body Research
Scientific studies on mind-body interventions including meditation, yoga, breathwork, mindfulness, and their effects on physical and mental health. Includes neuroimaging studies, psychophysiological research, and clinical trials.
15 studiesAyurveda
Traditional healing system: Ayurveda
13 studiesModern Biofield Research
Scientific investigation of biofield therapies, energy healing, bioelectromagnetics, and subtle energy phenomena. Includes studies on Reiki, Pranic Healing, Therapeutic Touch, and other energy-based healing modalities.
9 studiesTraditional Persian Medicine
The formally taught Iranian academic medical tradition (Tebbe Sonati / Persian Medicine), rooted in classical Perso-Islamic humoral medicine, distinct from though historically related to Unani-Tibb. Emphasizes temperament (mizaj), humoral balance, and plant-based remedies such as jujube for liver, respiratory, and digestive complaints.
7 studiesReiki
Traditional healing system: Reiki
5 studiesHinduism
Traditional healing system: Hinduism
4 studiesNaturopathy
System emphasizing natural remedies and the body's self-healing capacity
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