Recent Scientific Studies

For example, a 2008 review of studies showed that acupuncture reduces migraine symptoms and is as effective as headache medications. In addition, a 2009 review found that acupuncture may help relieve tension headaches. According to clinical practice guidelines issued by the American Pain Society and the American College of Physicians in 2007, acupuncture is one of several CAM therapies physicians should consider when patients with chronic low-back pain do not respond to conventional treatment. Combining actual acupuncture with conventional treatment was more effective than conventional treatment alone for relieving chronic low-back pain. A 2009 clinical trial concluded that acupuncture were more effective than conventional treatment for relieving chronic low-back pain. As is expected in area of this complexity, not all studies agree.

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