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Clinical trials with complementary therapies.

Kathleen Oberle1, Marion N Allen

  • 1Faculty of Nursing, University of Calgary.

Western Journal of Nursing Research
|February 8, 2005
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Researching complementary therapies like elk velvet antler for rheumatoid arthritis presents unique challenges for nurses. This study identifies potential pitfalls in clinical trials and offers recommendations for smoother research conduct.

Area of Science:

  • Nursing Research
  • Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM)
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis Management

Background:

  • Growing interest in CAM necessitates evidence-based guidance for nurses.
  • Limited clinical studies exist on CAM therapies, hindering informed patient advice.
  • Standard clinical trial methods may pose challenges for CAM research.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify and discuss pitfalls in conducting clinical trials for complementary therapies.
  • To provide recommendations for nurses involved in CAM research.
  • To examine the specific challenges encountered during a trial on elk velvet antler for rheumatoid arthritis.

Main Methods:

  • Qualitative analysis of experiences from a clinical trial on elk velvet antler.
  • Discussion of design issues including justification, methodology, and ethical considerations.

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  • Exploration of regulatory aspects relevant to CAM research.

    • Main Results:

    • Standard clinical trial methods may not be suitable for all CAM research.
    • Ethical and regulatory considerations require careful attention in CAM studies.
    • Specific design challenges were identified in the elk velvet antler trial.

    Conclusions:

    • Nurses require guidance to navigate the complexities of CAM research.
    • Addressing research pitfalls can improve the quality and feasibility of CAM studies.
    • Further research is needed to establish evidence-based practices for CAM in nursing.