Auswirkung der Spezifität von Akupunkturpunkten auf kardiovaskuläre Outcomes: Eine systematische Überprüfung und Meta-Analyse Abstract Background Acupuncture, a cornerstone of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), is increasingly utilized for cardiovascular diseases (CVDs). A central tenet is acupoint specificity – the hypothesis that stimulating specific acupoints yields distinct therapeutic effects compared to non-specific points or sham interventions. However, the empirical evidence supporting acupoint specificity for cardiovascular outcomes remains...Weiterlesen

Klinische Wirksamkeit der Akupunktur bei der Behandlung von Uteruskontraktionsschmerzen nach einem Kaiserschnitt: Protokoll einer randomisierten, kontrollierten Studie Abstract Purpose Uterine contraction pain post-cesarean section (UCPCS) is one of the main complaints for mothers in the early stages of the puerperium. Acupuncture, a non-pharmacological therapy, has shown sound analgesic effects with almost no toxic side effects. This study uses acupuncture as an intervention and aimed to...Weiterlesen

Klinische Wirksamkeit der differenzierenden Meridianakupunktur bei der Behandlung von hartnäckiger Insomnie auf der Grundlage objektiver Daten: Protokoll für eine multizentrische, einfach verblindete, randomisierte kontrollierte Studie   Abstract Introduction Insomnia, a prevalent sleep disorder, significantly impacts individuals‘ physical and mental well-being. Despite conventional treatments, some patients experience persistent insomnia. Acupuncture, a safe complementary therapy, has been demonstrated to be effective in treating insomnia. Meridian differentiation can...Weiterlesen

Auswirkungen eines modifizierten Wendan-Decokts in Kombination mit Akupunktur auf Entzündungsfaktoren und die Immunfunktion bei Urtikariapatienten Abstract This study aimed to explore the effects of modified “Wendan Decoction” combined with acupuncture on serum inflammatory markers and immune function in patients suffering from urticaria. A total of 150 urticaria patients admitted to our hospital were randomly assigned to two groups: the observation group (n = 75) and the control...Weiterlesen

Vergleichende Wirksamkeit von Akupunktur-Therapien bei vorzeitigem Ovarialversagen: Eine systematische Überprüfung und Netzwerk-Meta-Analyse   Abstract Objectives Premature ovarian failure (POF) is becoming more common and has a major negative impact on women’s mental and physical well-being. The use of acupuncture therapies to treat POF has gained popularity. However, the optimal treatment remains uncertain. This study aimed to systematically review the literature and conduct a network meta-analysis...Weiterlesen

Akupunktur bei chronischen Krebsschmerzen: eine systematische Übersicht und Meta-Analyse   Abstract Introduction Pain is highly prevalent among cancer patients. Cancer pain is classified as chronic cancer pain (MG30.10) and chronic post-cancer treatment pain (MG30.11) in the International Classification of Diseases, 11th Revision (ICD-11). This research aims to ascertain the efficacy and safety of acupuncture in treating chronic cancer pain (MG30.10). Methods Eight Chinese and English databases were systematically...Weiterlesen

Potenzielle Ziele der Kopfhautakupunktur und Hirnstimulation bei häufigen neurologischen Erkrankungen: Erkenntnisse aus Studien zur Neurobildgebung Abstract Background Scalp acupuncture is a promising potential therapy for neurological disorders. However, the development of its stimulation targets—both in identifying novel targets and refining the precision of their localization—has advanced slowly, largely due to the inadequate integration of brain science findings. This study leverages advances in brain neuroimaging to...Weiterlesen

Wirkung der Akupunktur bei Patienten mit chronisch obstruktiver Lungenerkrankung: Eine multizentrische randomisierte kontrollierte Studie Abstract Background Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a common and frequently occurring disease that seriously endangers health, causing a heavy economic burden on patients and society. Acupuncture has been reported to have a therapeutic effect on patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). However, compared with medications, it is difficult...Weiterlesen

Akupunktur bei Retinitis pigmentosa: eine umfassende Übersicht Abstract No notable developments in the existing therapeutic approaches for retinitis pigmentosa (RP) exist to date, leaving many patients seeking alternative treatments. Among these alternatives, acupuncture has gained increasing popularity among physicians due to its perceived effectiveness. Acupuncture has been applied in the treatment of RP and has achieved good therapeutic effects, as reflected in the improvement of...Weiterlesen

Akupunktur in Kombination mit Mirabegron (Betmiga) ist wirksam bei der Behandlung der überaktiven Blase: eine prospektive randomisierte kontrollierte Studie Abstract Purpose To investigate the efficacy and safety of acupuncture combined with mirabegron for overactive bladder (OAB) treatment. Methods This prospective cohort study took place at Ganzhou People’s Hospital. One hundred and sixty patients with OAB were divided into control and treatment groups at a ratio...Weiterlesen