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Acupuncture Sciatica & Disc Herniation Pain Relief Findings

A recent multicenter randomized clinical trial, conducted across six major hospitals in China and published in JAMA Internal Medicine, has provided compelling evidence supporting the use of acupuncture for chronic sciatica due to lumbar disc herniation. The study found that acupuncture not only significantly reduces leg pain but also improves functional outcomes, with benefits persisting for up to one year [1].

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Acupuncture for Anxiety with Sleep Deprivation

A recent randomized controlled trial conducted by Henan University of Chinese Medicine examines acupuncture’s effects on patients with generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) comorbid with partial sleep deprivation (PSD). This study provides valuable insights into the mechanisms and efficacy of acupuncture in addressing anxiety symptoms and sleep disturbances, supported by rigorous methodology and biomedical findings [1].

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Acupuncture for Knee Arthritis Proven Effective

A recent clinical study conducted by the School of Traditional Chinese Medicine at Beijing University, published in the Journal of Acupuncture and Tuina Science, demonstrates the efficacy of acupuncture in treating knee osteoarthritis (OA) through a highly specified protocol involving key acupuncture points and measurable biomedical outcomes. The study involved 80 patients diagnosed with moderate to severe knee osteoarthritis, with the aim of evaluating

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Acupuncture Reduces Stroke Risk For Arthritis Patients

A groundbreaking study conducted in Taiwan has demonstrated that acupuncture significantly reduces the risk of ischemic stroke in patients suffering from rheumatoid arthritis (RA). This research, published in BMJ Open, utilized nationwide data and detailed propensity score matching to isolate the effects of acupuncture on stroke risk in a high-risk population. The results showed a substantial reduction in stroke incidence for RA patients who

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Acupuncture Sciatica And Herniated Disc Relief Found

Recent clinical research has demonstrated that acupuncture significantly alleviates leg pain and improves function in patients suffering from chronic sciatica due to herniated discs. A multicenter randomized clinical trial conducted across six tertiary-level hospitals in China assessed the efficacy and safety of acupuncture compared to sham acupuncture in this patient population. The study involved 216 participants who were randomly assigned to receive either 10

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Acupuncture Shows Results for TMJ Disorders

Acupuncture reduces pain intensity and improves joint function in patients suffering from TMD. Temporomandibular disorders (TMD), affecting the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) and associated musculature, are a leading cause of facial pain and disability. Researchers used a high quality sham controlled clinical trial and finalized the results. The trial involved 60 participants, all diagnosed with pain-related TMD. Participants were randomly assigned to two groups: one receiving

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Acupuncture Frontiers in Knee Osteoarthritis Treatment

A recent systematic review and meta-analysis published in the Journal of Orthopaedic Surgery and Research has highlighted the synergistic effects of combining acupuncture with active exercise training in the treatment of knee osteoarthritis (KOA). This comprehensive study sheds light on how integrating these two modalities can significantly improve pain and functional outcomes in patients suffering from this degenerative joint condition. Understanding Knee Osteoarthritis Knee

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Acupuncture CEU Webinar on Knee Pain, Post-Stroke Syndrome, and Hip Degeneration

HealthCMi will host a live acupuncture continuing education webinar on Sunday, August 25th, at 10:00 AM Pacific Time. This session will focus on the treatment of knee pain, post-stroke syndrome, and hip degeneration, offering licensed acupuncturists an opportunity to delve into the latest research and practical applications and receive instant acupuncture CEU credit. CEU Webinar Highlights • Targeted Acupuncture Points: The webinar will cover

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Acupuncture Shows Results in Traumatic Brain Injury Recovery

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

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