https://he01.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/jhealthscialternmed <p><strong>Journal of Health Science and Alternative Medicine</strong><em> (J Health Sci Altern Med)&nbsp;</em></p> <p><strong>ISSN</strong> 2673-0294 (online)</p> <p>Aims to publish research and scientific contents in the field of health science and alternative medicine.&nbsp;</p> <p>Journal accept articles <span style="text-decoration: underline;">only in English Language</span>.&nbsp;</p> <p>The journal adheres to stringent review process (<strong>Double-blind&nbsp;peer&nbsp;review</strong>) and manuscripts must get the approval of at least 3 independent reviewers followed by the editor to be considered for the publication.</p> <p>&nbsp;J Health Sci Altern Med is lunched 3 times per year,</p> <p>Issue 1 : January - April</p> <p>Issue 2 : May - August</p> <p>Issue 3 : September - December&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Article Processing Charge (APC) Policy&nbsp;</strong></p> <p>JHSAM publishes all articles in full open access,&nbsp; meaning unlimited use and reuse of articles, in addition to giving credit to the authors.&nbsp;All articals published in JHASM are free to publish (no APC is payable). There are no submission charges, and no surcharges based on the length of an article, figures or supplementary data. We are committed to supporting the transition of all research to full open access.&nbsp;</p> School of Health Science, Mae Fah Luang University en-US Journal of Health Science and Alternative Medicine 2673-0294 <p>JHSAM publishes all articles in <strong>full open access</strong>,&nbsp; meaning unlimited use and reuse of articles with appropriate credit to the authors.</p> <p>All our articles are published under a Creative Commons "<strong>CC-BY-NC-ND 4.0</strong>".&nbsp; License which permits use, distribution and reproduction in any medium,</p> <p>provided that the o<span class="ls3">riginal work is properly cited and is used for </span>noncommercial purposes.&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> https://he01.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/jhealthscialternmed/article/view/270954 <p>Introduction: The integration of Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) into mainstream healthcare systems has been growing, reflecting a shift towards more holistic and patient-centered care. This study explores the integration of CAM into mainstream healthcare by analyzing case reports. The aim was to elucidate the trends in CAM utilization, identify associated challenges, and explore potential opportunities for enhancing patient outcomes and healthcare delivery. <br />Methods: A comprehensive literature search was performed across multiple electronic databases, including PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, and Google Scholar. The search covered case reports published between January 2004 and April 2024, using both Medical Subject Headings (MeSH) terms and free-text searches. The quality of the case reports was assessed using criteria adapted from the CARE guidelines, which emphasized the clarity of reporting, the appropriateness of study design, documentation of clinical outcomes, and potential biases.<br />Results: The review identified a wide variety of CAM modalities used within mainstream healthcare, such as acupuncture, herbal medicine, chiropractic care, and mind-body practices. These modalities demonstrated efficacy in managing a range of health conditions and often complemented conventional treatments, enhancing patient outcomes. However, the review also highlighted several challenges, including adverse events linked to certain CAM interventions and disparities in access to CAM services among different patient populations.<br />Conclusion: CAM integration enhances patient-centered care but presents challenges like adverse events and unequal access. Research, education, interdisciplinary collaboration, and evidence-based practice are vital for safe, ethical integration, improving patient care.</p> Oche Joseph Otorkpa Chinenye Oche Otorkpa Faith Obuye Copyright (c) 2025 Oche Joseph Otorkpa, Chinenye Oche Otorkpa, Faith Obuye https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0 2025-12-31 2025-12-31 7 03 41 49 10.14456/jhsam.2025.6 https://he01.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/jhealthscialternmed/article/view/283206 <p>Introduction: Vitamin K (VK) supplementation has been studied extensively in osteoporosis; however, its potential role in other rheumatic disorders remains underexplored. This systematic search strategy reviewed the evidence on VK supplementation in rheumatic diseases beyond osteoporosis.</p> <p>Methods: A comprehensive search of PubMed/MEDLINE, Embase, and SciELO databases was conducted for studies published between 1966 and May 2024 evaluating VK supplementation in rheumatic diseases. Eligible studies included clinical trials and observational studies in adult patients diagnosed with rheumatic disorders, excluding osteoporosis.</p> <p>Results: Ten studies comprising a total of 1,058 participants were included, including eight on rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and two on osteoarthritis (OA). Participants’ mean age ranged from 37.9 ± 8.2 to 68 ± 5.5 years, with female predominance (57.5–100%). VK dosages ranged from 20 µg to 45 mg/day, and follow-up periods ranged from two to 36 months. In RA, supplementation <em>was associated with reductions in inflammatory and disease activity markers</em><em>, </em>including C-reactive protein (CRP), Disease Activity Score in 28 joints (DAS28), interleukin-6, and matrix metalloproteinase levels in several studies, although neutral results were also reported. In OA, improvements in pain, CRP, and joint space narrowing were reported mainly in patients who achieved adequate VK status or in studies using multi-ingredient supplements containing VK. Adverse events were rare and mild, including one case (1.5%) of heartburn.</p> <p>Conclusion: VK supplementation may exert modest anti-inflammatory effects in RA and potential structural benefits in OA, but the available evidence is heterogeneous and limited by small sample sizes, short follow-up, confounding interventions, and the absence of recent large-scale randomized controlled trials.</p> Jozélio de Carvalho Copyright (c) 2025 Jozélio Freire de Carvalho https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0 2025-12-31 2025-12-31 7 03 50 57 10.14456/jhsam.2025.7