Impact Factor
3.24
Journal Citation Impact
Estimated influence, citation density, publishing volume, and citation integrity from the analytics table.
Citation rate
2.37
551 total citations
h5-index
23
h5 depth signal
Cited share
69.4%
172 of 248
Total citations
551
Citation footprint
Metric signal
2.52
External metric anchor
Self-citation
6.0%
33 self-citations
Citations Trend
Monthly Publications Cadence
Citing Geographic Demographics
United States
280
Germany
96
China
81
Australia
47
India
44
Citing Fields of Research
Alternative Medicine
285
Anesthetic & Pain Medicine
118
Psychiatry
102
Musculoskeletal Disorders
47
Psychiatry & Psychology
45
Publishing Activity & Reach
Volume, recency, access pattern, and citing-community signals from the journal analytics record.
All-time article footprint
641
Articles tracked across the journal lifetime
Indexed publication set
248
172 cited publications
Last 12 months
161
13.4 publications/month
Open access share
6.2%
10 OA publications in the last year
Leading citing country
United States
280 citing publications
Leading citing field
Alternative Medicine
285 citing publications
Latest tracked publication
18 October 2026
10 recent records available
Coverage & Indexing History
v28n1, 2022-
v28n1, 2022-
Research Focus & Classification
Indexed Subjects
Alternative Medicine
Anesthetic & Pain Medicine
Psychiatry
Musculoskeletal Disorders
Broad Categories
Complementary Therapies
Alternative Medicine
MeSH Descriptors
Complementary Therapies
Integrative Medicine
Latest Publications
Recent article records with DOI-first linking and condensed abstracts.
01
DOI 10.1177/27683605261499015
Open DOI
Associations of Traditional Chinese Medicine Therapy with Risks of Lower-Limb Amputation, Cardiovascular Mortality and All-Cause Mortality in Patients with Peripheral Arterial Occlusive Disease—A Retrospective Cohort Study
Objective: This is a retrospective cohort study assessing the association between the use of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and the risk of lower-limb amputation, cardiovascular (CV) mortality, and all-cause mortality among people wi...
02
DOI 10.1177/27683605261499028
Open DOI
Creating Research Capacity in Complementary and Integrative Institutions: Design of the RAND Research Across Complementary and Integrative Health Institutions (REACH) Center
Purpose: Complementary and integrative health (CIH) professions educate a distinctive and growing segment of the U.S. health care workforce, including acupuncturists, doctors of chiropractic, and naturopathic physicians. Historically the...
03
DOI 10.1177/27683605261495327
Open DOI
The World Cup Is Won Between Matches: What Elite Sport Can Teach Us About Integrative Health
04
DOI 10.1177/27683605261492576
Open DOI
The Effectiveness and Safety of Coleus forskohlii Extract as an Anti-Obesity Agent: A Systematic Review
Background: Natural products, including medicinal plants, have been explored for obesity management. Coleus forskohlii contains the bioactive compound forskolin, which may influence body composition and weight regulation. This systematic...
05
DOI 10.1177/27683605261492563
Open DOI
A Comparison of Acupuncture Versus Placebo for Postdischarge Nausea and Vomiting Prophylaxis: A Randomized Placebo-Controlled, Patient- and Observer-Blinded Trial
Introduction: Postdischarge nausea and vomiting (PDNV) occur in up to 37% of surgical patients and increase readmissions. While acupuncture reduces postoperative nausea and vomiting (PONV), its effect on PDNV with standard prophylaxis is...
06
DOI 10.1177/27683605261487683
Open DOI
Efficacy and Safety of Zaoren Anshen Capsule in the Adjuvant Treatment of Schizophrenia: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Objective: To evaluate the efficacy and safety of Zaoren Anshen capsule in the adjuvant treatment of schizophrenia. Methods: From the beginning of the study until August 2025, we conducted a comprehensive search of Chinese and English da...
07
DOI 10.1177/27683605261490742
Open DOI
Effects of Sports Expertise on Force Accuracy During Spinal Manipulation in Chiropractic Students
Introduction: The aim of this study was to investigate whether sports expertise and related characteristics are associated with spinal manipulation accuracy in chiropractic students. Methods: A cross-sectional experimental study was cond...
08
DOI 10.1177/27683605261488964
Open DOI
Licensure Without Oversight: Impact of Regulatory Supervision on Traditional Medicine Practice in Ghana
Introduction: Regulatory frameworks for traditional and alternative medicine commonly emphasize licensure as a mechanism for ensuring safety, quality, and sustainability. However, limited evidence exists on whether licensure without ongo...
09
DOI 10.1177/27683605261488795
Open DOI
Effects of Photobiomodulation Therapy on Muscle Strength and Muscle Endurance: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Objectives: To investigate the effects of photobiomodulation therapy (PBMT) on muscle strength and muscle endurance and to explore potential sources of variation related to participant characteristics and intervention parameters. Data So...
10
DOI 10.1177/27683605261488658
Open DOI
Evaluation of the Anxiety-Reducing Effects of Aroma Stones with Bergamot Essential Oil before Examinations: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Background: Examinations are highly stressful for students and can impair their academic performance and mental well-being. While aromatherapy is used to relieve stress, its effectiveness during acute stress periods, such as pre-exam sit...
Bibliographical & Catalog Notes
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