Acupuncture is now supported by a broad range of surveys of safety, clinical trials and basic science studies of physiological action. This has lead to its growing acceptance as a treatment modality, although many sceptics still vociferously oppose its integration into modern medicine. Two of the world’s leading acupuncture researchers, Hugh Macpherson and Richard Hammerschlag have reviewed three major areas of acupuncture research: safety and the risks of serious adverse events, clinical efficacy and effectiveness, and physiologic action. Their review identifies recent advances in knowledge and presents a point-counterpoint approach to controversial issues, with the aim of providing clarification and a measure of resolution. (Acupuncture and the emerging evidence base: contrived controversy and rational debate. J Acupunct Meridian Stud. 2012 Aug;5(4):141-7).
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