Evidence-based hydro- and balneotherapy in Hungary — a systematic review and meta-analysis
meta-analysis Grade A 2013
Authors: Bender, T., Bálint, G.
Journal: International Journal of Biometeorology
Key Findings
- Systematic review and meta-analysis of Hungarian balneotherapy evidence
- Strong evidence for musculoskeletal conditions, moderate for dermatological
- Hungary has one of the strongest balneotherapy research traditions, including peat
Systematic review with meta-analysis covering the Hungarian balneotherapy evidence base. Hungary has a centuries-long tradition of peat and thermal water therapy with institutional research backing. High evidence grade due to meta-analytic methodology. Important for establishing the overall strength of balneotherapy evidence.
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