Wirkung der Akupunktur bei Poor Ovarian Response: eine multizentrische randomisierte kontrollierte Studie Abstract Introduction Acupuncture has been explored as a potential intervention for POR; however, high-quality evidence is limited. This multicenter randomized trial evaluated the effect of acupuncture on the number of oocytes retrieved following controlled ovarian hyperstimulation (COH) in women with POR. Methods This multicenter, randomized, controlled study was conducted at nine tertiary hospitals in China between August 2018 and March 2023, with follow-up extended through March 2024. A total of 140 women aged ≤ 40 years, who met the Bologna criteria and were eligible for the antagonist ovulation...Weiterlesen

Klinische Wirkung und Einflussfaktoren der Akupunktur bei motorischen Funktionsstörungen der Extremitäten nach ischämischem Schlaganfall: Eine systematische Übersicht und explorative Netzwerk-Metaanalyse Abstract Objective This study aimed to evaluate the clinical efficacy of acupuncture in the treatment of limb motor dysfunction following ischemic stroke, and to assess the influence of acupuncture intervention type and treatment dosage on therapeutic outcomes. Methods We conducted comprehensive searches multiple databases (e.g., PubMed, Embase, Cochrane, CNKI) and clinical trial registries for studies published up to 10 December 2024. Limb motor function, assessed using the Fugl-Meyer Assessment, was evaluated as the primary outcome. Data analysis was performed using...Weiterlesen

Akupunktur bei Migräne ohne Aura und konnektivitätsbasierte Wirksamkeitsvorhersage: Eine randomisierte klinische Studie Abstract Importance Connectome-based predictive modeling (CPM) uses a data-driven whole-brain framework to identify connectivity patterns predicting clinical outcomes. However, CPM’s application to acupuncture in migraine without aura (MWOA) remains novel. Objective To evaluate the clinical efficacy of real acupuncture and sham acupuncture in MWOA, and to identify acupuncture-response brain connectivity patterns using CPM analysis of baseline functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) data. Design, setting and participants This single-blinded randomized clinical trial was conducted from June 2021 to June 2023 at Beijing Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine in China....Weiterlesen

Akupunktur zur Behandlung therapiebedingter Fatigue bei Krebserkrankungen: Eine kritische systematische Übersicht mit Fokus auf die methodische Bewertung der Verblindung Abstract Background Acupuncture is a method of traditional Chinese medicine that has been adapted in the Western world. The objective of this study was to critically assess the evidence presented in randomized controlled trials (RCTs) about the effectiveness of acupuncture on fatigue in cancer patients. Method: In April 2024 a systematic search was conducted searching five electronic databases to find studies concerning the use, effectiveness and potential harm of acupuncture therapy on cancer patients. Results: From all (1599) search results, 15...Weiterlesen

Augenakupunktur-Therapie bei Insomnie: Eine systematische Übersicht und Netzwerk-Meta-Analyse Abstract Objective This study aims to comprehensively evaluate the efficacy and safety of eye acupuncture as a treatment modality for insomnia using advanced network meta-analysis techniques. Methods A systematic and thorough search was performed across eight major databases, spanning from their inception to September 01, 2025, to identify pertinent studies. In accordance with a rigorous screening process, which involved assessing titles, abstracts, and full-text articles, we performed data extraction and quality appraisal. Results A total of 31 studies, which encompassed a diverse range of interventions, were included for detailed analysis and synthesis....Weiterlesen

Wirksamkeit und Sicherheit der Akupunktur bei chronischer spontaner Urtikaria: Eine systematische Übersicht und Meta-Analyse Abstract Background This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to evaluate the efficacy and safety of acupuncture in the treatment of chronic spontaneous urticaria (CSU). Methods Randomized controlled trials (RCTs) assessing acupuncture for CSU were retrieved from seven public databases up to March 2025. Meta-analyses were conducted for each outcome, and publication bias and the certainty of evidence were evaluated. Results Eight RCTs involving 564 participants were included. Compared with antihistamines, acupuncture significantly improved the clinical effective rate (RR 1.19, 95% CI 1.10–1.29, p < 0.0001) and...Weiterlesen

Immunmodulatorische Wirkungen der Akupunktur auf Makrophagen bei allergischen Erkrankungen: Eine systematische Übersicht Abstract The incidence of allergic diseases has been increasing annually, severely affecting the quality of life of patients. With the growing recognition of traditional medicine, acupuncture, an ancient Chinese therapeutic method, has gradually gained attention for its potential in immune modulation. Studies have shown that macrophages play a crucial role in the development of allergic diseases, and acupuncture may influence allergic reactions by modulating the function of macrophages. This article aims to systematically evaluate the regulatory effects of acupuncture on macrophages in allergic diseases and the corresponding mechanisms....Weiterlesen

Modulation der Lungen-Darm-Achse: Eine randomisierte kontrollierte Studie zur Wirkung des Xie Bai Zeng Ye-Sud auf die Darmflora und die Schleimhautimmunität bei Kindern mit postinfektiösem Husten Abstract Background This study aimed to evaluate the clinical efficacy of Xie Bai Zeng Ye Decoction (XBZY) in the treatment of post-infectious cough in children with lung heat and Yin deficiency, and to investigate its effects on gut microbiota composition and intestinal mucosal barrier function. Methods A total of 116 children diagnosed with post-infectious cough due to lung heat and Yin deficiency were enrolled and randomly assigned to either a XBZY group or a Montelukast...Weiterlesen

Akupunktur zur Prävention von primären Kopfschmerzen bei Kindern und Jugendlichen: Ein Literaturüberblick für den pädiatrischen Neurologen Abstract Background To deepen the role of acupuncture as preventive treatment for pediatric primary headaches in children and adolescents and to understand if acupuncture is more effective than sham acupuncture or pharmacologic preventive treatment, acupuncture tolerability, and beneficial effect on psychiatric comorbidities. Methods A critical literature review was performed. Following PRISMA guidelines, all reports published (PubMed, 1982-2023) were considered. PICOS method was applied for paper selection. Efficacy measures were reduction of headache frequency, duration, and intensity compared with baseline, and, if available, with a control group. We also aimed to describe treatment protocols, the reason...Weiterlesen

Auswirkungen ausgewählter Akupunkturpunkte auf die Lungenfunktion und Entzündungsmarker bei Asthmapatienten – Eine Interventionsstudie Abstract Background Acupuncture is commonly utilized as an alternative method for managing bronchial asthma and has the added benefit of being cost-effective while improving the quality of life. Although previous studies have demonstrated the effectiveness of acupuncture in treating patients with bronchial asthma, there is a lack of evidence regarding its impact on inflammatory markers associated with the condition. Therefore, the purpose of this study was to assess the effects of acupuncture treatment on pulmonary function and blood inflammatory markers in patients diagnosed with bronchial asthma. Methods...Weiterlesen