In the evolving field of traumatic brain injury (TBI) treatment, a recent study from Taiwan has shed light on the benefits of acupuncture in aiding recovery, particularly in restoring consciousness and motor improvements among patients with acute TBI. Published in Healthcare, this multi-institutional cohort study explored the effects of acupuncture on 2,163 patients who suffered from TBI, with promising results for those treated with this traditional Chinese medicine technique.
A recent study conducted under the Alberta Complementary Health Integration Project (ABCHIP) has provided robust evidence supporting the efficacy of acupuncture in treating chronic pain and mental health issues among vulnerable populations in Alberta, Canada. Published in Frontiers in Neurology in August 2024, the study presents real-world data demonstrating significant improvements in physical and psychological well-being through tailored acupuncture interventions.
Warm needle acupuncture has been demonstrated to have significant clinical efficacy in treating chronic superficial gastritis (CSG) with spleen-stomach deficiency cold syndrome. Researchers from the Hunan Provincial Hospital of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine recently conducted a study comparing warm needle acupuncture treatment to oral Wenweishu capsules for CSG. Chronic superficial gastritis (CSG) is a condition characterized by ongoing inflammation of the outer layer of the stomach lining. This persistent inflammation can increase the risk of developing stomach ulcers and a type of cancer known as mucosa-associated lymphoid tissue (MALT) lymphoma. The results indicated that warm needle acupuncture could more effectively improve patients’ gastrointestinal function and overall quality of life. [1]
HealthCMi is airing a live acupuncture CEU webinar featuring the treatment of sleep disorders and colitis. This live webinar airs on Sunday, August 11 at 10 am Pacific Time. The CEUs count for in-person acupuncture continuing education license renewal credit. The event is acupuncture board approved. This provides CEU and PDA credit across the entire USA, plus Canada, New Zealand, Australia, and more.
Recent developments in acupuncture education and research reflect a landscape of both challenge and growth, demonstrating the resilience and adaptability of institutions dedicated to this ancient practice. The closure of the Oregon College of Oriental Medicine (OCOM) after 41 years marks a significant shift in the field. The decision, attributed to the pandemic and evolving higher education trends, is noteworthy given OCOM's longstanding reputation. In response, institutions such as the National University of Natural Medicine and Five Branches University have stepped in to assist OCOM students with transition options, ensuring continuity in their education.
In a groundbreaking study conducted by Tianchang Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital, researchers have found that electroacupuncture, when combined with oral mecobalamin, significantly improves the treatment outcomes for facial neuritis compared to mecobalamin alone. The study compared the efficacy of two treatment approaches: oral mecobalamin and a combination of mecobalamin with electroacupuncture.
Electroacupuncture at the GV26 (Shuigou) acupoint combined with warm needle acupuncture has been proven effective in treating acute cerebral infarction (ACI, ischemic stroke). Researchers from Sanya Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine conducted a study comparing conventional treatment plus warm needle acupuncture with the addition of electroacupuncture at the Shuigou acupoint. The results showed that the combination of electroacupuncture and warm needle acupuncture significantly enhanced neurological recovery in patients, improving their motor and daily living abilities while effectively reducing levels of inflammatory factors and homocysteine. [1]
Join us for a live acupuncture CEU webinar on August 4, 2024, at 10:00 am Pacific Time. This webinar will cover acupuncture treatments for high blood pressure, anxiety, and fibromyalgia, with a special focus on acupuncture points and herbal medicines that benefit emotional health. Purchase the course to secure your registration for this online event.
HealthCMi is airing a live acupuncture CEU webinar on the treatment of PID and PTSD. This live webinar event starts Sunday, July 28 at 10 am Pacific Time. This live webinar for acupuncture CEU and PDA credit features acupuncture and herbal medicine for the treatment of PID (pelvic inflammatory disease) and acupuncture for PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder). Join us for this webinar event featuring two very important topics.
HealthCMi is airing a live acupuncture CEU webinar on the treatment of headaches, depression, and migraines. This special event starts Sunday, July 21 at 10 am Pacific Time. Recent developments in acupuncture research are presented showing the relationship between medical efficacy and specific acupuncture point prescriptions. Discover which acupuncture points outperform drug therapy and special acupuncture points proven to reduce systemic inflammation.