Differences in psychosocial context between RCTs and usual practice could reduce the impact of acupuncture in RCT settings and may lead to under-reporting of benefit by patients in trials, according to a UK study. Researchers analysed qualitative interviews with 54 patients. Half … [Read more...]
Acupuncture helps when patients don’t respond to anti-depressants
An American study suggests that acupuncture may be an effective adjunct to medication in patients with depression who do not respond to anti-depressant medication. Thirty subjects with major depressive disorder (MDD) and partial or non-response after ≥8 weeks of anti-depressant … [Read more...]
Acupuncture helps dialysis patients
A Korean pilot study suggests that acupuncture can help with symptom management in patients undergoing haemodialysis. Twenty-four patients received individualised acupuncture treatment for their symptoms twice a week for six consecutive weeks. Patients experienced a significant … [Read more...]
Acupuncture benefits those with terminal cancer
Patients with advanced incurable cancer appear to benefit from incorporating acupuncture in their treatment. Twenty patients receiving palliative care were randomised to receive weekly acupuncture or nurse-led supportive care for four weeks. Total symptom scores were reduced by … [Read more...]
Easing Symptoms of Nausea
To the Editor: Re ''Answers Fall Short for Nausea After Surgery'' (Second Opinion, Oct. 3): As an academic integrative pediatrician often consulted to work with children suffering from postoperative nausea and vomiting, I read Denise Grady's piece this morning with … [Read more...]
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