Title |
Effects of Qishe Pill, a compound traditional Chinese herbal medicine, on cervical radiculopathy: study protocol for a randomized controlled trial
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Published in |
Trials, October 2013
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DOI | 10.1186/1745-6215-14-322 |
Pubmed ID | |
Authors |
Xue-Jun Cui, Yue-Li Sun, Sheng-Fu You, Wen Mo, Sheng Lu, Qi Shi, Yong-Jun Wang |
Abstract |
Neck pain is a common symptom in most patients suffering from cervical radiculopathy. However, some conservative treatments are limited by their modest effectiveness. On the other hand, surgical intervention for cervical disc disorders is indicated when symptoms are refractory to conservative treatments and neurological symptoms are progressive. Many patients use complementary and alternative medicine, including traditional Chinese medicine, to address their symptoms. The purpose of the present study is to examine the efficacy and safety of Qishe Pill, a compound traditional Chinese herbal medicine, for neck pain in patients with cervical radiculopathy. |
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