ACUPUNCTURE

This study tested whether acupuncture can help prevent or lessen nerve pain, numbness, and tingling caused by chemotherapy in people with early-stage breast cancer. 89 participants received either acupuncture or relaxation exercises during their chemo treatment. The goal was to s…

This study tested whether ear acupuncture or a specific face acupuncture point can reduce sudden low back pain better than standard anti-inflammatory pills. It involved 276 active-duty military members and other eligible patients at Nellis Air Force Base. The goal was to see if t…

This study tested whether acupuncture can relieve eye fatigue caused by using electronic devices. Thirty adults who often felt eye strain were randomly assigned to receive real acupuncture or a sham (fake) treatment. The researchers measured how well each person's eyes could focu…

This study tested whether shining low-level laser or LED light on specific hand acupoints can help people with insomnia relax and sleep better. 120 participants received either real or sham light therapy, and researchers measured heart rate variability and meridian energy before …

This study tested whether adding acupuncture to a standard recovery plan helps people who have hip replacement surgery use fewer opioids and recover faster. 484 adults took part. Researchers placed tiny needles in the ear during surgery to see if it lowers pain and opioid use aft…

This study tested whether acupuncture can help manage acute pain in the emergency department. Researchers enrolled 290 adults with moderate to severe pain from injuries like back or abdominal pain. Participants were randomly assigned to receive either acupuncture or usual care, a…

This study tested a non-invasive treatment called transcutaneous electrical acupoint stimulation to see if it can ease nausea and vomiting caused by cisplatin chemotherapy. Researchers enrolled 34 cancer patients aged 40-60 who were scheduled for chemotherapy. The goal was to mea…

This study tested whether adding acupuncture to artificial tears helps people with moderate dry eye more than using drops alone. 90 adults received either artificial tears only or tears plus acupuncture twice a week for five weeks. Researchers measured symptoms and tear productio…