Acupuncture in patients with dysmenorrhea: a randomized study on clinical effectiveness and cost-effectiveness in usual care

Objective:To investigate the clinical effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of acupuncture in patients with dysmenorrhea. Study Design:In a randomized controlled trial plus non-randomized cohort, patients with dysmenorrhea were randomized to acupuncture (15 sessions over three months) or to a control group (no acupuncture). Patients who declined randomization received acupuncture treatment. All subjects were allowed to receive usual medical care.

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Doctors, hospital more accepting of acupuncture

Many medical organizations now recommend acupuncture as an alternative. The National Institute of Health in 1997 said acupuncture has been shown to help relieve nausea during chemotherapy and may be useful in treating a range of conditions including low-back pain, addiction-related cravings, headache and fibromyalgia, and may aid in rehabilitation after strokes. Most medical schools, including SIU, teach medical students about the history and philosophy surrounding complimentary medicine.

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Acupuncture Could Help with Hearing

A new study shows acupuncture may play a role in reducing ringing in the ears, by helping to balance the body. Nine months ago, Bob Grote started acupuncture therapy, after he suddenly lost hearing in one ear.

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