Treating dyspepsia with acupuncture and homeopathy: reflections on a pilot study by researchers, practitioners and participants
Complementary Therapies in MedicinePublished 1 June 2003
Charlotte Paterson, Paul Ewings, John Brazier, Nicky Britten
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Reflection on the pilot study data and experience by participants, treating practitioners and researchers led to modifications in the design and a sample size calculation.
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Reflection on the pilot study data and experience by participants, treating practitioners and researchers led to modifications in the design and a sample size calculation. How to demonstrate individual responses to treatment remains a problem.
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