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Acupuncture Reduces Effects on Pain, Neuropathy in HIV-Infected Individuals

A common side-effect associated with HIV infection is peripheral neuropathy, a neurological disorder that can cause pain, numbness and tingling in the arms and legs. While several studies have examined the effect of acupuncture in the treatment of pain,virtually none have investigated acupuncture's ability to treat some types of neuropathy. A study published in a recent issue of the Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine has found that acupuncture can reduce pain and peripheral neuropathy in HIV-infected individuals, especially when treatment is directed at a patient's specific symptoms.

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