Acupuncture and yoga offer new hope for seniors wanting to quit anxiety pills
NCT ID NCT06197243
First seen Jan 11, 2026 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 21 times
Summary
This study tested whether combining acupuncture, yoga, and doctor-supervised medication tapering helps older adults (65+) reduce their use of benzodiazepines (medications for anxiety and insomnia). 23 participants received weekly treatments for 12 weeks. The goal was to see if this approach could safely lower medication doses while managing symptoms.
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Osher Center for Integrative Health at Vanderbilt
Nashville, Tennessee, 37203, United States
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