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Adjunctive Effects of Pediatric Tuina on Symptoms, Inflammation, and Pulmonary Function in Children With Severe Pneumonia: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Ting He, Ying Chen, Huiqing Wen, Li-Jun He

Pediatric Pulmonology, 2025

Abstract

Severe pneumonia poses a significant global health challenge. This study aimed to evaluate the therapeutic effects of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) pediatric Tuina for children suffering from severe pneumonia.

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