A traditional Chinese herbal medicine used to treat dysmenorrhoea among Taiwanese women

Cheng, Jui-Fen; Lu, Zxy-Yann Jane; Su, Yi; Chiang, Li-Chi; Wang, Ruey-Yun

doi:10.1111/j.1365-2702.2008.02382.x

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“…Menstrual discomfort is also a frequent reason for females to seek TCM treatment in Taiwan [38-41]. This study found that compared to low-SES girls, high-SES girls were more likely to seek TCM.…”

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The association between socioeconomic status and traditional chinese medicine use among children in Taiwan

Shih

Liao

et al. 2012

BMC Health Serv Res

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BackgroundTraditional Chinese medicine (TCM) utilization is common in Asian countries. Limited studies are available on the socioeconomic status (SES) associated with TCM use among the pediatric population. We report on the association between SES and TCM use among children and adolescents in Taiwan.MethodsA National Health Interview Survey was conducted in Taiwan in 2001 that included 5,971 children and adolescents. We assessed the children's SES using the head of household's education, occupation and income. This information was used to calculate pediatric SES scores, which in turn were divided into quartiles. Children and adolescents who visited TCM in the past month were defined as TCM users.ResultsCompared to children in the second SES quartile, children in the fourth SES quartile had a higher average number of TCM visits (0.12 vs. 0.06 visits, p = 0.027) and higher TCM use prevalence (5.0% vs. 3.6%, p = 0.024) within the past month. The adjusted odds ratio (OR) for TCM use was higher for children in the fourth SES quartile than for those in the first SES quartile (OR 1.49; 95% confidence interval [CI] 1.02-2.17). The corresponding OR was 2.17 for girls (95% CI 1.24-3.78). The highest-SES girls (aged 10-18 years) were most likely to visit TCM practices (OR 2.47; 95% CI 1.25-4.90).ConclusionsChildren and adolescents with high SES were more likely to use TCM and especially girls aged 10-18 years. Our findings point to the high use of complementary and alternative medicine among children and adolescents.

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“…Wu found that the average age at menarche for adolescent girls in Taiwan was 12.11 years (95% confidence interval = 10.07-14.15 years) [43]. Consequently, we assumed that possibly these girls used TCM for treating menstrual problems [38-41]. High-SES adolescent girls were found more likely to seek TCM compared low-SES adolescent girls.…”

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The association between socioeconomic status and traditional chinese medicine use among children in Taiwan

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“…However, external energy is needed to provide the heat, and there is a risk of burn accident with improper temperature control. In addition, there are a number of disadvantages using complementary and alternative medicine therapies, such as Chinese herbal medicine [12], acupuncture [16], acupressure [7, 17], aromatherapy [8], and transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation [11], which may include inconvenience of application and energy consumption, among others.…”

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Effects of Somatothermal Far-Infrared Ray on Primary Dysmenorrhea: A Pilot Study

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The purpose of this study was to assess the beneficial effects of using a far-infrared (FIR) belt on the management of patients with primary dysmenorrhea. This is the first study to determine the efficacy of somatothermal FIR using a parallel-arm randomized sham-controlled and double-blinded design with objective physical evidence and psychometric self-reports. Fifty-one Taiwanese women with primary dysmenorrhea were enrolled in the study. Results indicate that there was an increased abdominal temperature of 0.6°C and a 3.27% increase in abdominal blood flow in the FIR group (wearing FIR belt) compared to those in the control group (wearing sham belt). Verbal rating scale and numeric rating scale scores in the FIR group were both lower than those in the control group. Compared to the blank group (wearing no belt), the average dysmenorrhea pain duration of the FIR group was significantly reduced from 2.5 to 1.8 days, but there was no significant difference in the control group. These results demonstrate that the use of a belt made of far-infrared ceramic materials can reduce primary dysmenorrhea.

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“…The major cause of primary dysmenorrhea could be classified as unknown cause, which leads to uterine spasm and strong secretion of prostaglandins. There are three approaches to the management of primary dysmenorrhea: pharmacological, non-pharmacological and surgical [1,2].…”

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“…The severity of dysmenorrhea pain experienced by subjects will be evaluated on a VAS (visual analogue scale), ranging from zero (no pain) to ten (very severe pain). The VAS has been previously demonstrated to be sensitive measure relative to pharmacological and non-pharmacological procedures that may alter the experience of pain and VAS scores have been demonstrated to correlate highly with pain measured on a verbal numeric rating scale [1,3,5].…”

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Nanoone Woman Underwear for Dysmenorrhea Management

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Wu²,

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2013

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Abstract:Objective: The objective of this study is to evaluate the effectiveness of Nanoone Woman Underwear used in the management of dysmenorrhea. Methods: The purpose is to evaluate the mean change in menstrual pain intensity during menstrual cycles from baseline to after wearing Nanoone Woman Underwear in women with primary dysmenorrhea. The severity of dysmenorrhea pain experienced by subjects will be evaluated on a VAS (visual analogue scale), ranging from zero (no pain) to ten (very severe pain). Effectiveness will be evaluated at baseline and subsequently on study weeks 1-2, 5-6 and 9-10 using a VAS. The primary objective is to evaluate the mean change in menstrual pain intensity at the endpoint visit from baseline. The difference of the mean change in menstrual pain intensity during each menstrual cycle from baseline will also be investigated. Subjects will be asked to use the VAS scoring system to record, on a provided sheet, their experienced menstrual pain level daily during menstrual bleeding for a total of three consecutive menstrual cycles in house. Results: The mean maximum pain level at poster menstrual cycle was more significant lower than at prior menstrual cycle when respective compared with experienced menstrual pain intensity based on the result of statistical analysis. Conclusion: The mean change in maximum pain level at menstrual cycle was significant lower after long wearing Nanoone Woman Underwear in women with primary dysmenorrheal. Therefore, the improvement extent of menstrual pain intensity was more significant after long wearing Nanoone Woman Underwear.

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A traditional Chinese herbal medicine used to treat dysmenorrhoea among Taiwanese women

Cited by 29 publications

References 26 publications

The association between socioeconomic status and traditional chinese medicine use among children in Taiwan

The association between socioeconomic status and traditional chinese medicine use among children in Taiwan

Effects of Somatothermal Far-Infrared Ray on Primary Dysmenorrhea: A Pilot Study

Nanoone Woman Underwear for Dysmenorrhea Management

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