Acupuncture is superior to medication therapy for headaches. It is more effective than sham acupuncture (fake needle or placebo) in reducing headache intensity and frequency. More people respond to acupuncture than to medication. These are the conclusions of this massive, systematic review, which included 31 studies on acupuncture for chronic headache, including migraine and tension-type […]
Are you seeking a more holistic approach to tackle your depression? Imagine a remedy that doesn’t solely rely on popping pills. You may have read the article on stuff.co.nz titled “Needles ease depression“. The article cites a small Australian study, which shows that acupuncture can effectively relieve severe depression. The study, conducted at the College […]
It is hard to quantify the effect of acupuncture. This is why this study reported by scientists from Cancer Center in New York is so interesting. After four weeks, 39 percent of neck surgery patients who got acupuncture reported improvements in pain and mobility, compared with only 7 percent in people who got typical care. […]
Childhood headaches can feel like an endless journey. I know this because I’ve lived it. When my son was five, any car trip over ten minutes would leave him clutching his head in agony. Every extra minute was torturous for him and for us. As a responsible parent (and an acupuncturist), I suggested we try […]
Acupuncture can improve cyclists’ performance, Clinical Journal of Sport Medicine reports. Acupuncture gave higher RPE scores. And the higher RPE scores gave lower time and VAS scores. Have I confused you? In other words, the cyclists receiving acupuncture before the 20km ride achieved greater levels of exertion, cycled faster and had less pain.
Manual therapy, mobilisation and acupuncture are better choices for managing most common neck pain than many current practices, a seven-year study finds. Researchers conclude that neck collars and ultrasound are not recommended. Corticosteroid injections and surgery should only be considered if there is associated pain, weakness or numbness in the arm, fracture or serious disease. […]
The Gentle Touch: Acupuncture, Acupressure, and the Battle Against Cancer-Related Fatigue A cancer diagnosis is a life-changing event that often leaves people feeling physically and emotionally exhausted. And the fatigue experienced by many patients during and after chemotherapy is a particularly troublesome symptom to manage. It can disrupt daily activities and diminish overall quality of […]
Acupuncture for headaches and migraines superior to medication
Acupuncture is superior to medication therapy for headaches. It is more effective than sham acupuncture (fake needle or placebo) in reducing headache intensity and frequency. More people respond to acupuncture than to medication. These are the conclusions of this massive, systematic review, which included 31 studies on acupuncture for chronic headache, including migraine and tension-type […]
Acupuncture eases severe depression
Are you seeking a more holistic approach to tackle your depression? Imagine a remedy that doesn’t solely rely on popping pills. You may have read the article on stuff.co.nz titled “Needles ease depression“. The article cites a small Australian study, which shows that acupuncture can effectively relieve severe depression. The study, conducted at the College […]
Acupuncture five times better for pain after surgery
It is hard to quantify the effect of acupuncture. This is why this study reported by scientists from Cancer Center in New York is so interesting. After four weeks, 39 percent of neck surgery patients who got acupuncture reported improvements in pain and mobility, compared with only 7 percent in people who got typical care. […]
Acupuncture children headaches
Childhood headaches can feel like an endless journey. I know this because I’ve lived it. When my son was five, any car trip over ten minutes would leave him clutching his head in agony. Every extra minute was torturous for him and for us. As a responsible parent (and an acupuncturist), I suggested we try […]
Acupuncture improves athletic performance
Acupuncture can improve cyclists’ performance, Clinical Journal of Sport Medicine reports. Acupuncture gave higher RPE scores. And the higher RPE scores gave lower time and VAS scores. Have I confused you? In other words, the cyclists receiving acupuncture before the 20km ride achieved greater levels of exertion, cycled faster and had less pain.
7-year neck pain study: acupuncture and manipulation best choice for neck pain
Manual therapy, mobilisation and acupuncture are better choices for managing most common neck pain than many current practices, a seven-year study finds. Researchers conclude that neck collars and ultrasound are not recommended. Corticosteroid injections and surgery should only be considered if there is associated pain, weakness or numbness in the arm, fracture or serious disease. […]
Acupuncture for Tinnitus: how understanding the cause of Ringing In The Ears can offer better relief
Acupuncture improves quality of life of patients exhausted by chemotherapy
The Gentle Touch: Acupuncture, Acupressure, and the Battle Against Cancer-Related Fatigue A cancer diagnosis is a life-changing event that often leaves people feeling physically and emotionally exhausted. And the fatigue experienced by many patients during and after chemotherapy is a particularly troublesome symptom to manage. It can disrupt daily activities and diminish overall quality of […]