Table 2 Analysis of frequency, reasons and satisfaction of TM (N = 194)
From: Use of traditional medicine for primary headache disorders in Kuwait
Variables | Number (%) | P value |
|---|---|---|
TM | Â | Â |
 Cupping (Hijama) | 132 (47.3) | |
 Sobakh | 81(29.1) | 0.001* |
 Cupping (Hijama) and Sobakh | 51 (18.3) |  |
 Others (Head banding, head massage, special diet) | 33 (11.8) | |
Cause of asking for TM | ||
 Cultural/ Religious | 143 (51.3) | 0.001* |
 Ineffective medicine  Intolerance to/fear of medicine | 28 (10) 24 (8.6) |  |
Time of TM | ||
 Before seeking Neurologist | 105 (69.9) | 0.001* |
 After seeking Neurologist | 90 (30.1) |  |
Satisfaction | ||
 Satisfied | 51 (26.2) | .001* |
 Not satisfied | 144 (73.8) |  |
Adverse events | ||
 Yes | 35 (17.94) | 0.001* |
 No | 160 (82.05) |  |