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Acupuncture Provides Short-Term Relief of Knee Osteoarthritis

Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis. It occurs when cartilage starts to break down, causing a degeneration of body joints that leads to excessive pain and inflammation. The knees are often affected by osteoarthritis, as are the joints of the hips, feet and fingers. A new study suggests that while acupuncture may not reverse osteoarthritis, it can offer significant relief from its symptoms - at least in the short term.

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