An Empirical Approach to Curriculum Mapping in Traditional Kampo Medicine Education in Japan: Practical Methodological Study Background: The integration of traditional and complementary medicine (T&CM) into modern medical education remains a global challenge. Kampo medicine, a Japanese traditional pharmacotherapy, is recognized in the , and is widely used; however, no structured methodology exists for efficiently designing curricula within limited time and resources. To address this gap, this study proposes a methodological framework—illustrated through Kampo medicine but generalizable to other forms of T&CM—for organizing and visualizing curricular content to guide educational needs assessment and curriculum design. Objective: The objective of this study was to develop and illustrate a reproducible mapping framework that integrates (1) real-world clinical utilization frequency and (2) the accumulation of biomedical evidence to inform educational prioritization and stepwise curriculum design for T&CM, using Kampo medicine as an exemplar. Methods: A mapping approach was developed based on two perspectives: frequency of use in clinical training and level of biomedical evidence. Twelve years of outpatient prescription data from Kyoto University Hospital were analyzed to identify the most frequently prescribed Kampo formulas. For the 10 most common formulas, PubMed searches were conducted to determine the number of randomized controlled trials. Data were integrated using hierarchical clustering and plotted along frequency–evidence axes to produce an educational priority map, which informed a stepwise curriculum design grounded in adult learning theory. Results: Prescription heat maps revealed substantial interdepartmental variation, and clustering identified distinct groups of formulas based on usage patterns. No statistically significant correlation was observed between prescription frequency and level of evidence (Pearson =0.228, 95% CI −0.469 to 0.750; =.53; Spearman ρ=0.498, 95% CI −0.308 to 0.926; =.14). Integrating these two perspectives enabled interpretation of real-world prescription patterns and supported a transparent educational prioritization framework. Conclusions: This study presents a feasible and adaptable framework that links real-world clinical data with biomedical evidence to inform curriculum design in T&CM. Rather than prescribing specific content, the framework offers visual decision-making tools that align educational priorities with institutional practice patterns and can be readily adapted to complementary, alternative, and integrative medicine programs internationally.

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Call for Poster Abstracts now open! Share your massage therapy research insights at the MTF Poster Session at AMTA 2026 National Convention August 27-29, 2026 in Denver, CO. Submission deadline is May 1, 2026: bit.ly/3MoA6XX

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Alternative Cancer Treatments: 18 Proven Interventions Explore 18 proven alternative cancer treatments and therapies that can help manage side effects and complement traditional care for people with cancer.

18 proven alternative cancer treatments and therapies that can help manage side effects and complement traditional care for people with cancer.

#cancer #complementarymedicine #integrativemedicine

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Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice of Iranian Adults Toward Persian Medicine: A National Survey Persian medicine unknown? Survey (n=2882) shows 46% familiarity, 37% usage; low from docs (2.9%). Study urges better education on cost/side effects perks. Revive ancient wisdom? #PersianMedicine #ComplementaryMedicine

Persian medicine unknown? Survey (n=2882) shows 46% familiarity, 37% usage; low from docs (2.9%). Study urges better education on cost/side effects perks. Revive ancient wisdom? #TPM #TUMS #ComplementaryMedicine www.rimpacts.com/rd/p?c=10035... 📄DOI: doi.org/10.1186/s129...

Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice of Iranian Adults Toward Persian Medicine: A National Survey Persian medicine unknown? Survey (n=2882) shows 46% familiarity, 37% usage; low from docs (2.9%). Study urges better education on cost/side effects perks. Revive ancient wisdom? #PersianMedicine #ComplementaryMedicine

Persian medicine unknown? Survey (n=2882) shows 46% familiarity, 37% usage; low from docs (2.9%). Study urges better education on cost/side effects perks. Revive ancient wisdom? #TUMS #TPM #ComplementaryMedicine
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Rosemary is touted on TikTok and Instagram as useful for scarless wound healing. A preliminary study finds the claim may have some merit. www.thedoctorwillseeyounow.com/.../art7352.... #rosemary #healingherbs #scarring #alternativemedicine #complementarytherapies #complementarymedicine @upenn.edu

Qigong therapy for 12 weeks resulted in significant reductions in fasting glucose levels in patients with type 2 diabetes and demonstrated trends toward improvement in insulin resistance and A1C.

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Congratulations to Dr. Dugald Seely, ND, and his team - Dr. Ellen Conte, ND and Mark Legacy, BSc CCRP - recipients of the 2025 Canadian CAM Research Fund (CCRF)!

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Even if you can't attend in person, you can join the 3rd World Congress on Traditional, Complementary and Integrative Medicine online! Register at wctcim.cabsin.org.br/new/ and join world leaders in Rio, 15-18 October 2025
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Women with #breastcancer at a UK NHS cancer centre often turn to #complementarymedicine - not just for symptom relief, but to reclaim a sense of normality and continuity.

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This study explores how self-care, practitioner support, and biomedical tensions shape this journey.

🌸Known for its ancient wisdom, Blue Lotus isn’t just beautiful, it’s deeply therapeutic. In aromatherapy, its extract promotes calm, eases stress, inspires inner balance. ✨Embrace the healing ritual today 👉http://www.bluelotus.buzz/
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3rd WCTCIM ❘ 3rd World Congress on TCIM Discover the 3rd WCTCIM in Rio de Janeiro, 2025. Join global experts to advance health, diversity, and well-being.

It’s not too late! Register today for the 3rd World Congress on Traditional, Complementary and Integrative Medicine at wctcim.cabsin.org.br/new/ and and don’t miss the opportunity to join world leaders in Rio, 15-18 October 2025. #CAIM #IntegrativeMedicine #ComplementaryMedicine

Acupuncture Shows Promise for Low Back Pain Acupuncture can give older adults a safe effective option for chronic lower back pain relief -- and its benefits often last quite a while.

Acupuncture for Low Back Pain
Older adults may find acupuncture a safe effective, long- lasting option for chronic lower back pain relief. bit.ly/46vgedb #acupuncture @kaiser-permanente.bsky.social @jamanetworkopen.com #backpain #backpainrelief #AlternativeMedicine #complementarymedicine

“This paper aims to report the demographic and practice characteristics of the recently refreshed Practitioner Research and Collaboration Initiative (PRACI) membership.” bit.ly/4gp2Iek #MassageMonday #PracticeBasedResearch #ComplementaryMedicine #IntegrativeCare

A large, new review of complementary and alternative treatments for autism finds the evidence for 19 popular therapies isn’t strong enough to recommend them with confidence.

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It’s not too late! Register today for the 3rd World Congress on Traditional, Complementary and Integrative Medicine at wctcim.cabsin.org.br/new/ and and don’t miss the opportunity to join world leaders in Rio, 15-18 October 2025.

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It’s not too late! Register today for the 3rd World Congress on Traditional, Complementary and Integrative Medicine at wctcim.cabsin.org.br/new/ and and don’t miss the opportunity to join world leaders in Rio, 15-18 October 2025.

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A major review in JICM analyzed 353 human trials on biofield therapies (Reiki & more)

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If you like mocking alternative medicine as much as I do, you might enjoi this little essay of mine.

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Salt rooms, alternative medicine, and my missing Nike deal open.substack.com/pub/thecomical…

Deadline to submit abstracts for the 3rd World Congress on Traditional, Complementary and Integrative Medicine has been extended to Wednesday, July 15 - don’t miss out! Register today at wctcim.cabsin.org.br/new/ and join world leaders in Rio, 15-18 October 2025.

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Study in #Morocco found high rates of #traditional & #ComplementaryMedicine use among people with #MultipleSclerosis, with higher usage in those with progressive disease and limited access to DMT. Cupping and prayer were the most frequently reported practices. doi.org/10.7224/1537...

What Is Reiki? A Beginner’s Guide to Energy Healing Discover the healing power of Reiki! Learn its origins, benefits, types, and how it promotes relaxation, balance, and well-being.

✨ Ever heard of Reiki but not sure what it is?

It’s an ancient energy healing practice that reduces stress, promotes balance, and restores well-being. 🌿💆‍♀️

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The effect of osteopathic manipulative treatment on chronic rhinosinusitis Context Chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS) is a prevalent inflammatory disease of the paranasal sinuses that may significantly impair quality of life. CRS may also benefit from the application of manual tec...

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#osteopathy could help to manage the symptoms of chronic sinusitis

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About autonomy, patient proactivity, and personal sovereignty. Fortune favors tha bold.

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An image of a framed picture featuring the motto "Coffee is a friend, not an enema," with a cheerful and cosy design and a cup of coffee in the centre.

Sipping my first #coffee of the day 🙃😎.

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Conventional and complementary health care use and out-of-pocket expenses among Australians with a self-reported mental health diagnosis: a cross-sectional survey - BMC Health Services Research Background Mental health disorders are a global health concern. In Australia, numerous national reports have found that the current mental healthcare system does not adequately meet the needs of Austr...

What do we know about #mentalhealth and #conventionalmedicine and #complementarymedicine #healthserviceuse. Read this paper to find out 👇
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Study finds limited evidence for massage therapy's effectiveness in pain relief A study in JAMA Network Open reviews evidence on massage therapy's effectiveness in relieving pain, finding moderate certainty for some conditions but overall low certainty for most.

Study finds limited evidence for massage therapy's effectiveness in pain relief www.news-medical.net/news/2024072... #MassageTherapy #PainRelief #HealthResearch #PainManagement #ComplementaryMedicine #EvidenceReview #ChronicPain #IntegrativeMedicine #Massage