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Exploring Impact of Telerehabilitation in Post Viral Fatigue Syndrome Following COVID-19: A Narrative Review of Literature

Nilofar Rasheed, Jyoti Yadav, Bhawna Sharma & Farha Parveen · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2024

Aims: The purpose of this study was to see how telerehabilitation affected post-viral tiredness following COVID-19. Study Design: Narrative Review. Materials and Methods: Various computerised data bases were used to conduct a structured Literature search. PubMed, Google Scholar,...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jocamr/2024/v25i7542

The Correlation between Severity of Acanthosis Nigricans and Metabolic Syndrome

Daisy Ahluwalia, Niti Khunger, Abhishek Lachyan, Kuchana Prathibha & Abhay Goyal · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2024

Background: Acanthosis Nigricans (AN) is a dermatologic manifestation characterized by hyperpigmentation and thickening of the skin, commonly observed in body folds. While traditionally considered a cutaneous marker of insulin resistance, recent studies have hinted at broader met...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jocamr/2024/v25i6541

Assess Nurse's Knowledge toward Venous Thrombosis at Al-sharqat General Hospital

Ismail Younes Mohammed & Abid Salih Kumait · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2024

Background and Aims: A blood clot that is stuck in a deep vein is known as deep vein thrombosis, while a blood clot that has broken loose and migrated to the lungs is known as a pulmonary embolus. Thrombotic disorders are the world's most common cause of high mortality and morbid...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jocamr/2024/v25i6540

Effect of Sitting Positions on Lower Back Pain among Office Workers: A Case Study at the Directorate General of New, Renewable Energy and Energy Conservation (EBTKE) in 2022

Nur Nunu Prihantini, Nabila Berkati Susanti, Patar Hutagalung & Wendy Hendrika · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2024

A condition known as lower back pain occurs when the back hurts so much that it makes routine tasks difficult. Employees who use computers for work and spend much time sitting during the day can pose ergonomic risks. This research aims to determine whether the incidence of low ba...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jocamr/2024/v25i6538

The Relationship between Smoking and Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) in Students at the Faculty of Law, Indonesian Christian University Class (2018-2021)

Lina Marlina & Fransiskus Harf Poluan · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2024

Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) is a condition of obstruction/narrowing of the upper airway during sleep, which results in cessation of breathing for some time. OSA can be experienced in all age groups, and as many as 56% reported having symptoms of excessive daytime sleepiness (ED...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jocamr/2024/v25i6539

Description of Wound Patterns on the Bodies of Murder Victims due to Blunt Violence at the Bhayangkara Tk General Hospital. I East Jakarta Police Health Center for the 2021 – 2022 Period

Frisca Angreni, Theza Elizianno Andrew Pellondo'u & Aresta Redina Noor · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2024

Murder is the behavior of a person or group of people that results in the loss of another person's life. Murder incidents can be motivated by various reasons so that someone plans or executes the murder of another person. Blunt trauma is a condition caused by mechanical violence...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jocamr/2024/v25i6537

A Review on Khubbāzī (Malva sylvestris L.): Phytochemical, Pharmacological Properties and Therapeutic Applications

Abdul Habib, Mohd Afsahul Kalam, Riyaz Ahmad, Abdul Aziz, Mohammad Avid & Belal Ahmad · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2024

Traditional system of medicine, especially Unani, highly value Khubbāzī (Malva sylvestris L.) for its therapeutic properties. Its leaves, seeds and flowers are utilized medicinally as Barg-i-Khubbāzī, Tukhm-i-Khubbāzī and Gul-i-Khubbāzī since time immemorial. It is used in Unani...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jocamr/2024/v25i5535

Lyophilised Aloe excelsa Fractions, Photo-protection and Actinic Damage Retardation Claims Substantiation

J Chifamba, A J Addae, S Zengeni, M Pomerai & N Kurebgaseka · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2024

Introduction: Ultraviolet radiation is potentially harmful to plants’ physiological structures and their photosynthetic apparatus through induction of photo-oxidative damage and photosynthetic inhibition. Aloe excelsa a resilient (sub) tropical plant has evolved various photo-pro...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jocamr/2024/v25i5536

Effect of Ethanolic Leaf Extract of Piper guineense (Uziza) on the Kidneys of Paraquat-Induced Adult Male Wistar Rats

Mbah Chikodili Adolphus, Okwuanga, Nkiruka Lilian, Irinmwinuwa Eric Omo, Oyate Godwin Bernard, Nwanama Emmanuel Kenechukwu & Ezejimofor Perpetua Eberechukwu · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2024

Background: Paraquat (PQ) is one of the most toxic environmental pollutants. Objectives: This study was conducted to determine the effect of an ethanolic leaf extract of piper guineense on the kidneys of paraquat-induced adult Wistar rats. Methods: In this study, rats were divide...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jocamr/2024/v25i5534

Modulatory Functions of Craterispermum schweinfurthi on the Hypothalamic-Pituitary-Gonadal Axis of Male Wistar Rats in Phenyl Hydrazine Induced Testicular Toxicity

Saronee, Friday, Dan-Jumbo Dagbota, Perowei Azosibe & Amadi Joy Ezinwayi · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2024

Introduction: Modulation of the hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal axis is mediated by different factors which are of research interest. Aim: To evaluate the modulatory functions of Craterispermum schweinfurthi leaf extract on the hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal axis of male Wistar ra...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jocamr/2024/v25i4530

The Practice and Modalities of African Traditional Medicine in Tuberculosis Treatment - A Traditional Medical Practitioners’ Perspective

Winnet E. Chipato, Tarisirai Mandishona, Sharron Mbera, Tafadzwa Taderera, Racheal Dube Mandishora & Joey Chifamba · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2024

Aims: This study sought to explore the role of the traditional medical practitioner (TMP) and document the modalities of tuberculosis (TB) treatment in traditional medicine (TM) in Harare, Zimbabwe. Study design:  An ethnographic research survey of TMPs in Harare urban. Place and...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jocamr/2024/v25i4531

The Phytochemical Composition and Antibacterial Effects of Allium sativum Clove Extracts on Some Enteric Bacterial Pathogens

George Okechukwu Anyanwu, Joy Nkeiruka Dike-Ndudim, Dennis Chimezie Nwosu, Comfort Chinyere Anyanwu, Chizaram Winners Ndubueze, Chinatu Onyeakolam Ahiara, Ogbonnaya Cornelius Chima, Festus Chidi Emengaha, Augustine Uchechukwu Obi & Isaac Onyeke Onuh · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2024

In this study, the phytochemicals present in the cloves of Allium sativum were determined, and their antibacterial activities against some enteric bacterial pathogens were assessed. The phytochemical constituents were determined after the extraction process was completed using wa...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jocamr/2024/v25i5532

Hepato-protective Effect of Costus afer (Okpete) Juice Extract on Alcohol-induced Liver Toxicity in Adult Female Wistar Rats

Okwuanga, N. L., Onyewuchi, M. O, Mbah, C. A., Okafor, E. C., Ejikeme, S. N., Nwanama, E. K. & Nwachukwu, R. C. · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2024

Background: The oral intake of alcohol has become a widespread concern due to its high risk to body health. Therefore, our purpose in this study was to reveal the antioxidant efficacies of natural Costus's afer stem juice extract on hepatotoxicity induced by ethanol in adult fema...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jocamr/2024/v25i5533

Histopathological and Biochemical Assessment of Annona muricata and Allium sativum Pooled Extract on Testosterone Induced Prostate Hyperplasia in Albino Rats

Okpukpara O. Bernardine, Achukwu U. Peter & Kafor N. Bernard · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2024

Aims: To investigate the effect of pooled extract of Annona muricata (A. muricata) and Allium sativum (A. sativum) on testosterone-induced prostate hyperplasia in male albino rats. Experimental Procedure: Male albino rats for the study were divided into seven groups identified as...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jocamr/2024/v25i4529

Senna alata with Selenium Mitigates Liver and Kidney Injury from Isoniazid and Rifampicin in Mice

Oluwadunni Joan Okwulu, Ibrahim Lawal, Naomi Oghenefega Danjuma-Audu & Mathew Olawale Abatan · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2024

Aim: This study aimed to evaluate the ameliorative potentials of S. alata in combination with Selenium on liver and kidney injury induced by Isoniazid-Rifampicin (INH-RIF). Study Design: Original Research work. Place and Duration of Study: Department of Pharmacology and Toxicolog...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jocamr/2024/v25i4527