Abstract Background Musculoskeletal spine disorders are common causes of chronic pain and impair functionality. Laser auriculotherapy and cupping has played a significant role in the treatment of chronic pain. Objective To evaluate the effect of laser auriculotherapy associated with cupping at systemic acupuncture points on chronic spinal pain. Methods Randomized controlled clinical trial. Volunteers underwent three evaluations: an initial evaluation, a final evaluation immediately after...Weiterlesen

Abstract Purpose The opioid crisis resulting from its use disorder and overdose poses additional challenges for cancer pain management. The American Society of Clinical Oncology Practice Guideline recommends acupuncture therapy for the management of adult cancer-related pain (CRP), but the effectiveness of transcutaneous electrical acupoint stimulation (TEAS) on CRP remains uncertain. Methods This 5-week prospective randomized clinical trial was conducted at 2 hospitals in China,...Weiterlesen

Abstract Background The incidence of nausea and vomiting following craniotomy is high, and pericardium 6 (P6; Neiguan) acupoint stimulation is an important strategy for treating postoperative nausea and vomiting (PONV). Here, we aimed to evaluate the efficacy of transcutaneous electrical acupoint stimulation (TEAS) at P6 as an adjunct to antiemetic drugs to prevent PONV after craniotomy. Materials and methods This randomized placebo-controlled trial enrolled 120...Weiterlesen

Abstract Importance Motor aphasia is common among patients with stroke. Acupuncture is recommended as an alternative therapy for poststroke aphasia, but its efficacy remains uncertain. Objective To investigate the effects of acupuncture on language function, neurological function, and quality of life in patients with poststroke motor aphasia. Design, setting and participants This multicenter, sham-controlled, randomized clinical trial was conducted in 3 tertiary hospitals in China from October 21, 2019, to November...Weiterlesen

Abstract Functional chronic constipation (FCC) is a disorder caused by low fiber consumption, lack of fluid intake, lack of mobility, or side effects of medications. The objective of this study was to compare the effects of laser acupuncture and the commonly used osmotic laxative, lactulose (as the control), both combined with behavioral therapy and dietary modification, on children with FCC in a randomized controlled trial...Weiterlesen

Abstract Background Unresolved postpartum LBP may affect women…s physical and psychological health. Aim To investigate the analgesic effects of laser acupuncture therapy (LAT) for postpartum LBP. Method Postpartum women with LBP were recruited and randomly assigned to the intervention group or the control group from November 2017 to July 2018. The participants in the intervention group received LAT and standard care. The participants in the...Weiterlesen

Abstract Introduction Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a progressive disease of the central nervous system that can result in highly variable effects on mobility and sensorimotor function. Persons with MS (pwMS) often use complementary and alternative approaches, such as acupuncture, to address these symptoms. However, studies of acupuncture on these symptoms have been hindered by methodologic flaws, which have limited the ability to draw conclusions about...Weiterlesen

Abstract Background and objective Whilst acupuncture is widely used for treating psychosomatic diseases, there is little high-quality evidence supporting its application in comorbid perimenopausal depression (PMD) and insomnia (PMI) which are common complaints during climacteric. This feasibility, patient-assessor-blinded, randomized, sham-controlled clinical trial addresses this gap by investigating the efficacy and safety of acupuncture on depressed mood and poor sleep in women with comorbid PMD and...Weiterlesen

Abstract Background In this study, the impact of a multimodal integrative oncology pre- and intraoperative intervention on pain and anxiety among patients undergoing gynecological oncology surgery was explored. Methods Study participants were randomized to three groups: Group A received preoperative touch/relaxation techniques, followed by intraoperative acupuncture; Group B received preoperative touch/relaxation only; and a control group (Group C) received standard care. Pain and anxiety were...Weiterlesen

Abstract Objective To compare the effectiveness of acupuncture alone or with additional integrative oncology modalities for taxane-induced peripheral neuropathy-related symptoms in patients with gynecological and breast cancer. Methods The study was a prospective evaluation of patients undergoing twice-weekly treatments with either acupuncture alone (single-modality, group A) or with additional manual-movement and mind-body therapies (multimodality, group B), for 6 weeks. Symptom severity was assessed at baseline,...Weiterlesen