Guide To Common Forms Of Alternative Therapy

Acupuncture

Acupuncture is a medical practice most often used in conjunction with conventional treatment. The goal of acupuncture is to stimulate portions of the body to help treat health conditions or alleviate pain. Most acupuncture treatments are completed through a needle that penetrates the skin. Acupuncture has been used in China for thousands of years. In recent years, researchers in the United States and Europe have found evidence indicating acupuncture has moderate effectiveness in the treatment of nausea and pain. One analysis of studies that encompassed almost eighteen thousand patients showed acupuncture helps treat chronic pain. Because of this, it's used as a legitimate referral option for patients with chronic pain. In addition, studies are being conducted regarding the efficacy of acupuncture on cancer treatment-related symptoms, anxiety, and depression. There's not a lot of medical evidence indicating acupuncture can treat specified health conditions like liver diseases or diabetes. Acupuncture is often recommended for patients undergoing chemotherapy, since the practice appears effective in reducing both nausea and pain related to chemotherapy.

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