Wirksamkeit von Akupunktur im Vergleich zu Sham-Akupunktur bei generalisierten Angststörungen: eine Meta-Analyse randomisierter kontrollierter Studien Abstract Objective This meta-analysis aimed to evaluate the specific efficacy of acupuncture compared to sham acupuncture in the treatment of generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), beyond nonspecific or placebo effects. Methods We systematically searched PubMed, Web of Science, CNKI, WanFang, VIP, Cochrane Library, ClinicalTrials.gov, and EMBASE from inception to October 2025....Weiterlesen

Neuronale Korrelate der Akupunktur bei vaskulärer kognitiver Beeinträchtigung: Erkenntnisse aus der Ruhezustands-fMRT Abstract Vascular cognitive impairment (VCI) represents a spectrum of cognitive deficits caused by cerebrovascular pathology, affecting multiple cognitive domains including memory, executive function, and attention. While pharmacological interventions for VCI remain limited, growing evidence supports acupuncture as an effective and safe therapeutic approach that improves both global cognition and activities of daily living...Weiterlesen

Akupunktur verbessert funktionelle Einschränkungen bei Krebspatient*innen mit chronischen Schmerzen: Eine Sekundäranalyse der randomisierten klinischen Studie PEACE Abstract This study investigated the effects of electro-acupuncture and auricular acupuncture on pain-related functional impairment in cancer patients with chronic musculoskeletal pain. As a secondary analysis of a randomized clinical trial, participants received acupuncture or were placed on a waitlist control. Functional outcomes for upper and lower limbs were...Weiterlesen

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