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Relationship between Blood Pressure and Stroke Rate at UKI Hospital

Tiroy Sari B. Simanjuntak & Ganda Pariama · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2023

A complicated stroke of hypertension is dreaded in the community. Hypertension is the most common in public and causes no symptoms. Hypertension is one of the risks of stroke. Hypertension can cause injury to the veins of one of the injured blood vessels in the brain because of c...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jocamr/2023/v23i2475

Correlation between Use of Contact Lens Cleaning Liquid and Subjective Complaints of the Eyes of Contact Lens Users

Frisca Ronauli Batubara & Marjasa D. Dicky Newton · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2023

The correlation between the use of contact lens cleaning solutions with subjective complaints of the contact lens users in the medical student Batch 2018 Christian University of Indonesia. The research aims to determine the correlation between duration of use, knowledge, and obed...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jocamr/2023/v23i3476

Determination of Phytochemical Composition and the Effects of Ethanol Extract of Phyllanthus urinaria on the Liver and Kidney Function Parameters in Paracetamol-Administered Albino Rat Models

Michael O. Enemali, Iko L. John, Muhammed H. Abdullahi, Haruna G. Sunday, Iko A. Danjuma & Ejiogu I. Chibueze · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2023

The current study was aimed at determining the phytochemical composition and the effects of Phyllantus urinaria Ethanol extract on the liver and kidneys by using albino rats as the animal models. All the analyses were carried out following standard laboratory methods and procedur...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jocamr/2023/v23i3477

Health Assessment of the Ikwerres and Okrikas Ethnic Group of Rivers State, Nigeria: Using Body Mass Index and Waist-to-Hip Ratio

Nicholas Asiwe, Faustina Chiamaka Irozulike, Lenton Igwangi Wariboko & Oghenefego Michael Adheke · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2023

Background: Body mass index (BMI), and waist-to-hip ratio (WHR), are acceptable indicators in accessing health status that are used to assess cardiometabolic disorders and to predict future health risks. The aim of the study assesses the health status of Ikwerres and Okrikas ethn...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jocamr/2023/v23i2474

Black Seeds (Nigella sativa) for the Management of COVID-19 in Pregnant and Breastfeeding Women: An Insight

Naina Mohamed Pakkir Maideen, Taibi Ben Hadda, Faisal A. Almalki, Mohammed Moueqquit & Sarkar M. A. Kawsar · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2023

Aims: About 10% of pregnant women were suspected or confirmed with SARS-CoV-2 infection, while the risk of admission to the intensive care unit (ICU) and the use of invasive mechanical ventilation reach up to ~ 5%. This review aimed to discuss the potential of black seeds (Nigell...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jocamr/2023/v23i2473

Qualitative and Quantitative Phytochemical Characterization of Leaf Extracts of Mimosa pudica (Mimosaceae)

Mas’-ûd Hayatou, Estella Achick Tembe, Bayaga Herve, Njinkio Nono Borgia & Charles N. Fokunang · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2023

Mimosa pudica is a plant of the Mimosaceae family which is a family composed of several species. It has many pharmacological properties described in Ayurvedic medicine, including the hepatoprotective property which is the subject of this study. The objective of this study was to...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jocamr/2023/v23i2472

Does ABO Blood Type Implicate Susceptibility to Respiratory Abnormalities? A Controlled Cross-sectional Study among Indigenous University Students in Rivers State, Nigeria

Jerome Ndudi Asiwe, Elizabeth Bassey Umoren, Tolunigba Abisola Kolawole, Kingsley Bassey Etim, Adedolapo Adeola Agbeluyi, Nicholas Asiwe & Vincent Igbokwe · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2023

Background: The blood typing is a genetically defined immune system characteristic that has a well-known role in transplantation and chemotherapy. However, it is unclear what role it could serve in diagnosing or predicting respiratory pathologies. The study aims at investigating...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jocamr/2023/v23i1470

Clinical Effectiveness of Hawthorn, Lemon Balm and Magnesium on Patients with Distress Disorders: Preliminary Data by a Survey of Italian Gastroenterologists

Paolo Usai-Satta & Fabio Monica · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2023

Aims: distress disorders (DD) include psychological symptoms such as sleep disorders, fatigue and psychophysical exhaustion that are common to many mental diseases. DD is often associated with somatic symptoms such as abdominal pain or bowel dysfunction. The aim of this study was...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jocamr/2023/v23i1471

Impact of Sensory Stimulation on Perception and Performance among the Comatose: A Pilot Study

Charitha Lewis & Diana Lobo · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2023

Adult brains in good health are capable of processing a variety of intricate sensory data. The faces of the object and the people are recognised, and the location, depth, and distance of the object and the people are identified. These basic and complex perceptual abilities may be...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jocamr/2023/v23i1469

Phytochemical and Nutritional Constituents of Leaf Extracts of Two Edible Medicinal Plants in Nigeria: A Comparative Appraisal

Uduenevwo Francis Evuen & Enyohwo Dennis Kpomah · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2023

Humanity has constantly sought empirical treatments for health problems and nutritional deficits since the 20th century. In this regard, synthetic medications have been in extensive use. However, their applications in such conditions are often accompanied by negative side effects...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jocamr/2023/v23i1468

Homoeopathic Perspective in the Management of Substance Use Disorders: A Systematic Review

Uttam Singh, Shweta Singh & Hanuman Ram · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2023

Background: Substance abuse has become a widespread global issue. It includes abuse of illegal substances, namely marijuana, heroin, cocaine and methamphetamines, and legal substances, including alcohol, nicotine or prescribed medicines. Aim of Review: This review assesses the ro...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jocamr/2023/v22i4465

Naturopathy Module in Management of Obesity (Class-3): A Case Study

Ripudamansingh Chauhan, Shweta Chauhan, Roshani Tank & Umesh Yadav · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2023

Obesity is a complex condition with global prevalence reaching almost one-third of the world's population. It affects all ages, genders, and backgrounds, although older individuals and women tend to be more affected. In this case, a 36-year-old male business person leading a sede...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jocamr/2023/v22i4466

Possible Ameliorative and Preventive Effect of Leaf Extract of Andrographis paniculata on Atherosclerosis: An Experience with Isoproterenol Induced Wistar Rats

E. I. Onwubuya, A. A. Oladejo, O. A. Kalu & I. K. Ndubueze · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2023

Atherosclerosis has been regarded as one of the leading causes of death in modern-day man worldwide. The use of medicinal plants especially Andrographis paniculata in the treatment of chronic diseases, particularly atherosclerotic disorder is becoming popular. This study aimed to...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jocamr/2023/v23i1467

User Satisfaction Levels about m-Health Application for Growth Monitoring and Children's Development in Yogyakarta, Indonesia

Tri Siswati, Muhammad Primiaji Rialihanto, Nurhidayat Nurhidayat & Tjaronosari Tjaronosari · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2023

Background: The level of user satisfaction with the m-health application has a significant impact on its long-term viability. Aims: This study aims to determine user satisfaction levels about m-health applications for growth monitoring and children's development in Yogyakarta, In...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jocamr/2023/v22i4464