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Research into Acupuncture effectiveness
Acupuncture and Osteoarthritis of the Knee
Acupuncture provides pain relief and improves function for people with osteoarthritis of the knee and serves as an effective complement to standard
care. This landmark study was funded by the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine (NCCAM) and the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin
Diseases (NIAMS), both components of the National Institutes of Health.(more info)
NIH Panel Issues Consensus Statement on Acupuncture
A consensus panel convened by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) today concluded there is clear evidence that needle acupuncture treatment is
effective for postoperative and chemotherapy nausea and vomiting, nausea of pregnancy, and postoperative dental pain...
The 12-member panel also concluded in their consensus statement that there are a number of other pain-related conditions for which acupuncture may be effective as an adjunct therapy, an
acceptable alternative, or as part of a comprehensive treatment program... These conditions include but are not limited to addiction, stroke rehabilitation, headache, menstrual cramps,
tennis elbow, fibromyalgia (general muscle pain), low back pain, carpal tunnel syndrome, and asthma...
Adverse side effects of acupuncture are extremely low and often lower than conventional treatments. However, the panel noted that adverse side effects have occurred on rare occasions.
They recommended that patients be fully informed of their treatment options, expected prognosis, relative risk, and safety practices to minimize the risks prior to undergoing
acupuncture treatment...(more info)
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Gancao.net - features an Acupuncture related directory of case studies and practitioners.
Alternative Medicine Directory - a directory of holistic health care options and providers in your area.
Body Mind Spirit Directory - Holistic Health, Metaphysics, Natural Healing, Spirituality and Conscious Living.
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