MedWorm.com provides a medical RSS filtering service. Over 6000 RSS medical sources are combined and output via different filters. This feed contains the latest items from the 'Acupuncture in Medicine' source. Wed, 08 Feb 2012 10:18:28 +0100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5661181&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22301507%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Cakmak YO PMID: 22301507 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5661181 Wed, 01 Feb 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5661181 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5661180&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22301508%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Kopsky DJ, Hesselink JM Abstract Central neuropathic pain is a common debilitating symptom in patients with multiple sclerosis. Side effects of analgesics often limit reaching therapeutic dosages. In this case report, a 61-year-old woman with chronic central neuropathic pain due to multiple sclerosis is described. Acupuncture could only partly and temporarily reduce the pain. However, after adding the natural compound palmitoylethanolamide, a glial modulator and peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor-α agonist, pain reduction was more pronounced and the interval between acupuncture sessions could be increased. A multimodal stepped care approach is demonstrated, with acupuncture and palmitoylethanolamide both influencing non-neuronal cells, such as activated glial cell... Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5661180 Wed, 01 Feb 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5661180 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5605378&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22240281%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Acupuncture at LI4 increases the perception threshold in the mandibular area, but not in the arm. This finding is probably related to the analgesic effect of acupuncture. PMID: 22240281 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5605378 Wed, 11 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5605378 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5514927&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22169707%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Huang N, Li C Abstract A case of recurrent sudden sensorineural hearing loss in the right ear is presented. The patient was a 58-year-old Chinese woman with profound hearing loss, a feeling of fullness in the ear, vomiting and severe dizziness for 2 months. A head scan and MRI of the brain and neck showed no cause for the symptoms. The ear, nose and throat specialist diagnosed a microcirculatory dysfunction, rejecting the diagnosis of Meniere's disease. The patient did not respond to medical treatment and after 2 months attended for acupuncture. It was suspected that the severe dizziness was associated with her neck and back pain. Daily electroacupuncture treatments to her ear, back and neck were given. After 1 month the dizziness was significantly reduced and the hearing ... Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5514927 Wed, 14 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5514927 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5179877&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21875926%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: White A PMID: 21875926 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5179877 Wed, 31 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5179877 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5179876&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21875927%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Filshie J, Rubens C PMID: 21875927 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5179876 Wed, 31 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5179876 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5179875&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21875928%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Park JJ, Bang H PMID: 21875928 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5179875 Wed, 31 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5179875 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5179874&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21875929%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Although these results are encouraging, they are uncontrolled. They suggest that acupuncture could be an option for these patients and controlled trials using validated patient-reported outcome measures are justified. PMID: 21875929 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5179874 Wed, 31 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5179874 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5179873&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21875930%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: White A PMID: 21875930 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5179873 Wed, 31 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5179873 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5108142&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21821604%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Oh DS, Kang W, Choi SM, Son CG PMID: 21821604 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5108142 Wed, 03 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5108142 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5011763&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21719438%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Corbett L, Prestwich S PMID: 21719438 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5011763 Tue, 28 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5011763 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5011764&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21705396%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Our trial provided preliminary data demonstrating the potential synergistic effects of acupuncture and RR for treating GI symptoms in HIV patients on HAART. PMID: 21705396 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5011764 Thu, 23 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5011764 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4967908&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21685498%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Acupuncture appears safe and may reduce lymphoedema associated with breast cancer surgery. PMID: 21685498 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4967908 Fri, 17 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4967908 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4967909&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21685109%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Hunter EK This case study describes the use of acupuncture in a professional musician with myogenic temporomandibular dysfunction. The 3-year history of symptoms was associated with persistent episodic tension-type headaches. Acupuncture was used for trigger point release, primarily of the masticatory muscles, in conjunction with exercise therapy. After 8 weekly acupuncture sessions, the patient's pain had completely resloved, headaches had resolved and the Patient-Specific Functional Scale showed significant improvements. PMID: 21685109 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4967909 Wed, 15 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4967909 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4967910&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21666275%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Patients appear to benefit from incorporating acupuncture in the treatment of advanced incurable cancer. Acupuncture was well tolerated with no significant or unexpected side effects. Acupuncture had an immediate effect on all symptoms, whereas nurse-led supportive care had a larger impact 6 weeks after the final session. Both interventions appear helpful to this population and warrant further study. PMID: 21666275 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4967910 Fri, 10 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4967910 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4716176&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21487067%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Quality of reporting for studies of auriculotherapy for pain appears to have generally improved since the implementation of STRICTA and CONSORT guidelines. PMID: 21487067 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4716176 Mon, 11 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4716176 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4716178&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21474489%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: White A PMID: 21474489 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4716178 Tue, 05 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4716178 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4716177&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21474490%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Neuropathic pain following SCI is often only partially responsive to most interventions. Results from this study indicate, however, that both acupuncture and massage therapy may relieve SCI neuropathic pain. For this reason, larger randomised controlled trials are warranted for assessing the long-term effects of these treatments. PMID: 21474490 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4716177 Tue, 05 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4716177 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4716179&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21460396%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: All patients were blinded, complied with verum/sham treatments and data-collection, and believed they had effects of the received treatment. The methods for verum/sham treatment and data collection may thus be used in an adequately powered randomised controlled study of the effect of acupuncture for radiotherapy-induced emesis. PMID: 21460396 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4716179 Sat, 02 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4716179 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4716180&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21450707%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: The pilot study led to important changes that were implemented into the final trial protocol. Blinding validation is essential in no-treatment controlled trials of acupuncture on infants, where the parents are blinded assessors of symptom reduction. The authors suggest that blinding validation questions, and the answers to these questions, should be reported. Clinical Trial Registry Identifier: NCT00907621. PMID: 21450707 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4716180 Mon, 28 Mar 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4716180 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4540525&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21357254%26dopt%3DAbstract Discussion Accelerated nerve regeneration caused by DCEA may contribute to recovery. The skin pigmentation and callus formation suggest that the shape of the anode electrode, current intensity and other factors should be examined to establish a safer treatment method. PMID: 21357254 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4540525 Mon, 28 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4540525 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4353361&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21148073%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: PMID: 21148073 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4353361 Wed, 01 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4353361 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4353360&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21148074%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Usichenko TI, Mustea A, Pavlovic D PMID: 21148074 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4353360 Wed, 01 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4353360 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4353359&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21148075%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Simcock R, Jenkins V PMID: 21148075 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4353359 Wed, 01 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4353359 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4353358&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21148076%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Volf N PMID: 21148076 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4353358 Wed, 01 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4353358 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4353357&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21148077%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Matsubara Y, Shimizu K, Tanimura Y, Miyamoto T, Akimoto T, Kono I PMID: 21148077 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4353357 Wed, 01 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4353357 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4353356&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21235040%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Hopton AK, Thomas KJ, MacPherson H Reactions to treatment are common following acupuncture. Understanding how these reactions are interpreted by patients is largely unexplored. PMID: 21235040 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4353356 Wed, 01 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4353356 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4098532&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20964256%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: These data suggest that the presence and intensity of de qi has no effect on the pain relief obtained for patients with OA. This result may have implications for both acupuncture treatment and for future trial methodology. PMID: 20964256 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4098532 Tue, 31 Aug 2010 23:00:00 +0100 4098532 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3743690&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20615855%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: White A PMID: 20615855 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3743690 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3743690 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3743684&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20615856%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: PMID: 20615856 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3743684 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3743684 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3743682&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20615857%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Hopewell S PMID: 20615857 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3743682 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3743682 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3743681&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20615858%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Hayhoe S PMID: 20615858 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3743681 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3743681 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3743680&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20615859%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The sample size was too small to draw any conclusions about the effect of EA on pain and other parameters following inguinal hernia surgery, but our observations suggest that future studies in this area are justified. PMID: 20615859 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3743680 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3743680 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3743679&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20615860%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Although acupuncture was effective in treating migraine, the use of occipital cortex excitability as an adjunctive parameter to evaluate treatment response was not suitable. The relief of migraine with acupuncture may be related to separate neural pathways independent of occipital or visual processes in the human brain. PMID: 20615860 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3743679 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3743679 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3743678&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20615861%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Macpherson H, Altman DG, Hammerschlag R, Li Y, Wu T, White A, Moher D, The STandards for Reporting Interventions in Clinical Trials of Acupuncture (STRICTA) were published in five journals in 2001 and 2002. These guidelines, in the form of a checklist and explanations for use by authors and journal editors, were designed to improve reporting of acupuncture trials, particularly the interventions, thereby facilitating their interpretation and replication. Subsequent reviews of the application and impact of STRICTA have highlighted the value of STRICTA as well as scope for improvements and revision. To manage the revision process a collaboration between the STRICTA Group, the CONSORT Group and the Chinese Cochrane Centre was developed in 2008. An expert panel with 47 participant... Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3743678 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3743678 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3743677&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20615862%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Deepak R, Mathew H, Koshy M This case describes the successful addition of acupuncture to treat a patient with cervical dystonia previously managed with Botox (botulinum toxin) injections. This resulted in reduced pain and muscle spasm relief and to the authors' knowledge is the first case to be reported using this treatment combination. The patient was diagnosed with the idiopathic variant of cervical dystonia and had been treated with regular Botox injections for almost a year and half. She was then referred for a course of acupuncture to manage pain and reduce excessive muscle tone. She had excellent benefit from the acupuncture and she continued to get top-ups of acupuncture every 8-10 weeks. Requirement for Botox injections had decreased thus reducing its long-term side e... Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3743677 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3743677 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3743676&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20615863%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Lim JH PMID: 20615863 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3743676 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3743676 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3743675&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20615864%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Wiwanitkit V PMID: 20615864 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3743675 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3743675 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3743674&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20615865%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: PMID: 20615865 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3743674 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3743674 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3743673&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20615866%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: PMID: 20615866 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3743673 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3743673 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2059001&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19098691%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: We have conducted the first survey of the effects of provision of acupuncture in UK general practice, using data provided by the NHS, and uncovered a wide variation in the availability of the service in different areas. We have been unable to demonstrate any consistent differences in the prescribing or referral rates that could be due to the use of acupuncture in these practices. The wide variation in the data means that if such a trend exists, a very large survey would be needed to identify it. However, we discovered inaccuracies and variations in presentation of data by the PCTs which have made the numerical input, and hence our results, unreliable. Thus the practicalities of access to data and the problems with data accuracy would preclude a nationwide survey. PMID: 190... Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2059001 Mon, 01 Dec 2008 05:00:00 +0100 2059001 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2059000&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19098692%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Periosteal pecking was no more effective than standard intramuscular acupuncture, but both were more effective than information only. PMID: 19098692 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2059000 Mon, 01 Dec 2008 05:00:00 +0100 2059000 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2058999&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19098693%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: The non-penetrating placebo needle was effective in masking fully informed subjects. When used together with the matched penetrating needle, it has potential for use in double blind (patient and practitioner blind) studies. PMID: 19098693 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2058999 Mon, 01 Dec 2008 05:00:00 +0100 2058999 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2058998&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19098694%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Kessler J, Streitberger K In an experiment on one of the authors, we used ultrasound to visualise an acupuncture needle completely perforating the median nerve at the acupuncture point PC6. During this procedure only a slight sensation occurred, and no pain. We conclude that, in individual cases, the median nerve might be perforated without causing pain or neurological problems. PMID: 19098694 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2058998 Mon, 01 Dec 2008 05:00:00 +0100 2058998 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2058997&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19098695%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Lundeberg T, Lund I Both specific and non-specific factors, as well as the therapist, may play a role in acupuncture therapy. Recent results suggest that verum acupuncture has specific physiological effects and that patients expectations and belief regarding a potentially beneficial treatment modulate activity in the reward and self-appraisal systems in the brain. We suggest that acupuncture treatment may partly be regarded and used as an intervention that preconditions expectancy, which results in both conditional reflexes and conditioning of expected reward and self-appraisal. If so, acupuncture should preferably be applied before the start of the specific treatment (drug or behavioural intervention which is given with the intention of achieving a specific outcome) to enhanc... Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2058997 Mon, 01 Dec 2008 05:00:00 +0100 2058997 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2058996&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19098696%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Lundeberg T, Lund I, Näslund J, Thomas M During the last five years a large number of randomised controlled clinical trials (RCTs) have been published on the efficacy of acupuncture in different conditions. In most of these studies verum is compared with sham acupuncture. In general both verum and sham have been found to be effective, and often with little reported difference in outcome. This has repeatedly led to the conclusion that acupuncture is no more effective than placebo treatment. However, this conclusion is based on the assumption that sham acupuncture is inert. Since sham acupuncture evidently is merely another form of acupuncture from the physiological perspective, the assumption that sham is sham is incorrect and conclusions based on this assumption are there... Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2058996 Mon, 01 Dec 2008 05:00:00 +0100 2058996 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2058995&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19098697%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Scognamillo-Szabó MV, Santos AL, Olegário MM, Andrade MB The literature contains numerous reports of the effect of acupuncture on domestic or experimental animals, but only a few involving wild animals. This paper reports on acupuncture treatment for locomotor disabilities in a South American red-footed tortoise (Geochelone carbonaria, SPIX, 1824), an endangered land tortoise found in Brazils Cerrado region. The animal was captured and kept in an aquatic pen, subsequently developing respiratory symptoms and locomotor disabilities. The respiratory symptoms resolved in response to antibiotic treatment. However, despite the use of nutritional supplements, the motor symptoms remained unchanged. After 16 months, the tortoise was given six acupuncture sessions. No other ch... Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2058995 Mon, 01 Dec 2008 05:00:00 +0100 2058995 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1920232&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18818558%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Thompson JW, Cummings M Our wish to know more about the paths taken by electrical currents in electroacupuncture (EA) with special reference to the heart, particularly in patients with an implanted pacemaker, prompted us to undertake this study. Using ourselves as subjects, we have developed a safe oscillographic method to detect, visualise and record the EA currents that avoids the use of equipment requiring mains electricity. After two trials with unsatisfactory equipment, we found that the newly developed model 3425 PicoScopeTM (Pico Technology Ltd), with a four channel differential amplifier input connected to a laptop PC operating in battery mode, satisfied our criteria. With this recording system, we carried out two sets of experiments in which EA was provided by a Cefar... Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1920232 Mon, 01 Sep 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1920232 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1562978&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18591906%26dopt%3DAbstract Conclusions Acupuncture gives symptomatic improvement for patients with osteoarthritis of the knee, and is significantly superior to non-penetrating sham acupuncture. The study did not confirm earlier reports of release of plasma b-endorphin during acupuncture. PMID: 18591906 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1562978 Sun, 01 Jun 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1562978 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1562977&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18591907%26dopt%3DAbstract Conclusions It is thought that the pupillary constriction observed after gentle, superficial acupuncture stimulation may be attributed to an increase of parasympathetic nerve function. Further study is necessary in order to further clarify the duration of the observed response and to elucidate the mechanisms behind it. PMID: 18591907 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1562977 Sun, 01 Jun 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1562977 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1562976&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18591908%26dopt%3DAbstract Conclusions Acupuncture in rehabilitation after breast cancer surgery was shown to be associated with improvements in movement amplitude of the shoulder, symptoms of heaviness and tightness in the arm, and the degree of lymphoedema. However, controlled trials should be performed to ascertain whether the results were due to the natural history of the complaint or the acupuncture treatment. PMID: 18591908 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1562976 Sun, 01 Jun 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1562976 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1562975&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18591909%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Lundeberg T, Lund I Endometriosis is a common cause of pelvic pain in women, many of whom suffer a progression of symptoms over their menstrual life. Symptoms may include combinations of abnormal visceral sensations and emotional distress. Endometriosis pain, or 'endometrialgia' often has a negative influence on the ability to work, on family relationships and sense of worth. Endometrialgia is often considered to be a homogeneous sensory entity, mediated by a specialised high threshold sensory system, which extends from the periphery through the spinal cord, brain stem and thalamus to the cerebral cortex. However, multiple mechanisms have been detected in the nervous system responsible for the pain including peripheral sensitisation, phenotypic switches, central sensitisation,... Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1562975 Sun, 01 Jun 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1562975 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1562974&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18591910%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: White A, Cummings M, Barlas P, Cardini F, Filshie J, Foster N, Lundeberg T, Stener-Victorin E, Witt C Many different styles of acupuncture practice exist, and lack of agreement on the optimal acupuncture treatment for any particular condition may mean that some patients do not receive the best treatment. This uncertainty also makes the negative results of sham controlled trials difficult to interpret. Unless we can be sure that both adequate acupuncture and an inactive sham were used in a particular trial, then that trial should not be interpreted as dismissing acupuncture for that condition. Acupuncture practice clearly involves much more than needling procedures, but there is a strong argument for elucidating the role of those needling procedures first. The components of acu... Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1562974 Sun, 01 Jun 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1562974 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1554029&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18499940%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: White A PMID: 18499940 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1554029 Sat, 01 Mar 2008 05:00:00 +0100 1554029 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1320696&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18356793%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: This pilot study showed significant reduction in the dose of propofol required for sedation in critically ill patients following surface electrostimulation of acupuncture points, without any adverse effects. A randomised controlled trial is warranted. PMID: 18356793 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1320696 Sat, 01 Mar 2008 05:00:00 +0100 1320696 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1320695&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18356794%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: We established the feasibility of a full scale trial, successfully recruiting patients and calculating the sample size required. The results of our pilot analysis suggest that more definitive research into acupuncture for IBS is merited. A pragmatic trial design will not be able to distinguish between acupuncture specific effects and placebo effects; however, it is the design of choice to determine cost effectiveness. PMID: 18356794 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1320695 Sat, 01 Mar 2008 05:00:00 +0100 1320695 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1320694&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18356795%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: These results suggest that trigger point acupuncture therapy may be more effective for osteoarthritis of the knee in some elderly patients than standard acupuncture therapy. PMID: 18356795 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1320694 Sat, 01 Mar 2008 05:00:00 +0100 1320694 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1320693&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18356796%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: The study demonstrated that acupuncture treatment in cancer patients can be associated with a significantly reduced intensity of nausea during a period of chemotherapy in their final phase of life. PMID: 18356796 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1320693 Sat, 01 Mar 2008 05:00:00 +0100 1320693 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1320692&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18356797%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Lund I, Lundeberg T Pain is a unique personal experience showing variability where gender and sex related effects might contribute. The mechanisms underlying the differences between women and men are currently unknown but are likely to be complex and involving interactions between biological, sociocultural and psychological aspects. In women, painful experimental stimuli are generally reported to produce a greater intensity of pain than in men. Clinical pain is often reported with higher severity and frequency, longer duration, and present in a greater number of body regions in women than in men. Women are also more likely to experience a number of painful conditions such as fibromyalgia, temporomandibular dysfunction, migraine, rheumatoid arthritis and irritable bowel syndrom... Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1320692 Sat, 01 Mar 2008 05:00:00 +0100 1320692 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1320691&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18356798%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Berkovitz S, Cummings M, Perrin C, Ito R Recent research has established the efficacy, effectiveness and cost effectiveness of acupuncture for some forms of chronic musculoskeletal pain. However, there are practical problems with delivery which currently prevent its large scale implementation in the National Health Service. We have developed a delivery model at our hospital, a 'high volume' acupuncture clinic (HVAC) in which patients are treated in a group setting for single conditions using standardised or semi-standardised electroacupuncture protocols by practitioners with basic training. We discuss our experiences using this model for chronic knee pain and present an outcome audit for the first 77 patients, demonstrating satisfactory initial (eight week) clinical results. L... Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1320691 Sat, 01 Mar 2008 05:00:00 +0100 1320691 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1320690&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18356799%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Valaskatgis P, Macklin EA, Schachter SC, Wayne PM A 72 year old female with a main complaint of severe post-herpetic neuralgia and a secondary complaint of atrial fibrillation (AF) received two series of acupuncture treatments totalling 20 treatments over a four month period. Her standard medical treatment remained unchanged. The primary focus of the acupuncture was pain relief; however, two acupuncture points (PC6, SP4) were included in both treatment series because of possible effects on both costal or chest pain and cardiac arrhythmias, according to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) teaching and limited research. As recorded by her pacemaker, estimated weekly episodes of AF in the patient decreased significantly, and percentage time in AF decreased with borderline statisti... Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1320690 Sat, 01 Mar 2008 05:00:00 +0100 1320690 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1260995&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18297779%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Baldry P PMID: 18297779 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1260995 Sat, 01 Dec 2007 05:00:00 +0100 1260995 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=920802&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D17906599%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Emotional complaints are very common in pregnancy and medication is always a risk. In this study, acupuncture seems to be an efficacious means of reducing symptoms and improving the quality of life of women with emotional complaints during pregnancy. Large randomised studies are recommended to confirm these results. PMID: 17906599 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=920802 Sat, 01 Sep 2007 04:00:00 +0100 920802 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=920801&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D17906600%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Our results did not show agreements between patients' reported musculoskeletal pain regions and tender zones in the external ears assessed according to commonly used maps in auricular acupuncture using a pressure stylus. However, very tender points occur on the external ear in a population with chronic musculoskeletal pain. PMID: 17906600 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=920801 Sat, 01 Sep 2007 04:00:00 +0100 920801 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=920800&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D17906601%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: These results show that EA produces electroacupuncture analgesia of carrageenan-induced hyperalgesia. These findings also suggest that, among the frequencies and durations tested, EA at 3Hz (60 minutes) is the most suitable frequency and duration for carrageenan-induced inflammation. It seems that EA has different analgesic effects and mechanisms according to the parameters of stimulation. For EA in the clinical induction of analgesia, it is especially important that an effective frequency and duration are selected. PMID: 17906601 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=920800 Sat, 01 Sep 2007 04:00:00 +0100 920800 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=920799&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D17906602%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Lundeberg T, Lund I, Näslund J Acupuncture is an ancient therapy with a variety of different explanatory models. A cascade of physiological effects has been reported, both in the peripheral and the central nervous system, following the insertion of a needle or light tapping of the skin. Clinical trials testing the specific claims of acupuncture have generally tried to focus on testing the efficacy of applying specific techniques and/or specified points. However, different conditions may respond differently to different modes of stimulation. Recently, it was demonstrated that both superficial and deep needling (with de qi/Hibiki) resulted in amelioration of patellofemoral pain and unpleasantness. The pleasurable aspect of the acupuncture experience has largely been ignored... Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=920799 Sat, 01 Sep 2007 04:00:00 +0100 920799 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=920798&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D17906603%26dopt%3DAbstract We report a case in which auricular acupuncture was used as an adjunct to pharmacological treatment. The time course of the response suggests that acupuncture appeared to help resolve the current relapse. PMID: 17906603 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=920798 Sat, 01 Sep 2007 04:00:00 +0100 920798 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=920797&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D17906604%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Spiller J This case history gives the unusual presentation of piriformis syndrome as the immediate cause of symptoms for a patient with spinal stenosis and non Hodgkin's lymphoma in a palliative care setting. It also details the relief and subsequent resolution of symptoms with acupuncture where strong opioids and neuropathic agents such as gabapentin and ketamine were providing only minimal relief. PMID: 17906604 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=920797 Sat, 01 Sep 2007 04:00:00 +0100 920797 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=920796&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D17906605%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Lundeberg T, Lund I In recent reviews regarding the efficacy of acupuncture in fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS) it has been concluded that acupuncture has no specific effect since the control procedure (superficial needling and/or needling away from 'specific' points) had similar effects. These conclusions may be questioned since superficial needling and/or needling away from specific trigger points is not inert. Also, manual acupuncture or mild electroacupuncture (EA) may not be sufficient to activate the endogenous pain inhibiting system. Patients with FMS suffer from allodynia, fatigue and muscle ache, which is partly explained by peripheral and central sensitisation. Sensitisation results in augmented and altered stimulus responses whereby light stimulation of the skin has as s... Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=920796 Sat, 01 Sep 2007 04:00:00 +0100 920796 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=748190&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D17641561%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Positive findings are reported for acupuncture in the treatment of generalised anxiety disorder or anxiety neurosis but there is currently insufficient research evidence for firm conclusions to be drawn. No trials of acupuncture for other anxiety disorders were located. There is some limited evidence in favour of auricular acupuncture in perioperative anxiety. Overall, the promising findings indicate that further research is warranted in the form of well designed, adequately powered studies. PMID: 17641561 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=748190 Fri, 01 Jun 2007 04:00:00 +0100 748190 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=748189&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D17641562%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Ahn AC, Bennani T, Freeman R, Hamdy O, Kaptchuk TJ In a pilot study, we evaluated the clinical and mechanistic effects of two styles of acupuncture, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and Japanese acupuncture, for the treatment of painful diabetic neuropathy. Out of seven patients enrolled, three received Traditional Chinese acupuncture while four received Japanese style acupuncture. Treatments were delivered once a week for 10 weeks. Acupuncturists were permitted to select the needle interventions. Substantial differences in diagnostic techniques, choice of acupuncture points, and needle manipulation were observed between TCM and Japanese acupuncturists. Clinically, patients allocated to Japanese acupuncture reported decreased neuropathy-associated pain according to the daily... Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=748189 Fri, 01 Jun 2007 04:00:00 +0100 748189 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=748188&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D17641563%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: People with continuing non-cardiac chest pain after attending a Rapid Access Chest Pain Unit have shown considerable interest in acupuncture as a primary care treatment option. PMID: 17641563 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=748188 Fri, 01 Jun 2007 04:00:00 +0100 748188 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=748187&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D17641564%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: While the development of a research base and clinical applications for acupuncture are ongoing, health professionals should be aware that acupuncture is currently being used by large numbers of middle aged women. In addition, given the relatively higher prevalence of acupuncture use reported in our study, it is important that further research explores acupuncture use in more detail and the relationship between women's health issues and their use and experience of acupuncture. PMID: 17641564 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=748187 Fri, 01 Jun 2007 04:00:00 +0100 748187 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=748186&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D17641565%26dopt%3DAbstract This article reviews the recent research into acupuncture treatment for osteoarthritis of the knee, to explore whether any aspects of treatment seem more likely to be associated with good outcome of treatment. Among four recent, high quality RCTs, one showed a much greater treatment response than the other three, and the possible factors are discussed. A recent systematic review included 13 RCTs, and this article discusses the possible explanations for differences in their outcomes. It is speculated that optimal results from acupuncture treatment for osteoarthritis of the knee may involve: climatic factors, particularly high temperature; high expectations of patients; minimum of four needles; electroacupuncture rather than manual acupuncture, and particularly, strong electrical stimulation... Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=748186 Fri, 01 Jun 2007 04:00:00 +0100 748186 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=748185&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D17641566%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: McManus CA, Schnyer RN, Kong J, Nguyen LT, Hyun Nam B, Goldman R, Stason WB, Kaptchuk TJ Several validated sham acupuncture devices have recently become available. While some debate exists on whether such needles are the best placebo control for an RCT of acupuncture, practical advice based on research experience is missing from the literature. This paper shares our concrete experience using the most commonly used such sham needle (the 'Streitberger needle' and its paired verum needle) in a large RCT (n=135) which included a two-week run-in period. The placebo run-in gave us an opportunity to use the sham device on all participants, who were then re-randomised to receive genuine acupuncture or to continue treatment with the device. The blinding was successful both at the end o... Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=748185 Fri, 01 Jun 2007 04:00:00 +0100 748185 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=748184&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D17641567%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Acupuncture seems to be effective in treating musculoskeletal pain, and presents no severe adverse events. With acupuncture treatment, the consumption of analgesic and anti-inflammatory drugs is considerably reduced. PMID: 17641567 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=748184 Fri, 01 Jun 2007 04:00:00 +0100 748184 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=748183&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D17641568%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Rosted P, Woolley DR A case of Bell's palsy after acupuncture is presented. It concerns a healthy 47 year old man who developed Bell's palsy less than 24 hours after local acupuncture treatment for temporomandibular dysfunction. The Bell's palsy recovered within two weeks, and may have been caused by a haematoma around the facial nerve. PMID: 17641568 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=748183 Fri, 01 Jun 2007 04:00:00 +0100 748183 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=748182&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D17641569%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: PMID: 17641569 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=748182 Fri, 01 Jun 2007 04:00:00 +0100 748182 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=748181&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D17641570%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Johnson G, Watkins S PMID: 17641570 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=748181 Fri, 01 Jun 2007 04:00:00 +0100 748181 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=398752&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D17264832%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Auricular acupuncture appears to be effective for smoking cessation, but the effect may not depend on point location. This calls into question the somatotopic model underlying auricular acupuncture and suggests a need to re-evaluate sham controlled studies which have used 'incorrect' points. Further experiments are necessary to confirm or refute these observational conclusions. PMID: 17264832 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=398752 Fri, 01 Dec 2006 07:00:00 +0100 398752 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=398751&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D17264833%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Stener-Victorin E, Humaidan P During the last five years the use of acupuncture in female infertility as an adjuvant to conventional treatment in assisted reproductive technology (ART) has increased in popularity. The present paper briefly discusses clinical and experimental data on the effect of acupuncture on uterine and ovarian blood flow, as an analgesic method during ART, and on endocrine and metabolic disturbances such as polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). Further it gives a summary of recent studies evaluating the effect of acupuncture before and after embryo transfer on pregnancy outcome. Of the four published RCTs, three reveal significantly higher pregnancy rates in the acupuncture groups compared with the control groups. But the use of different study protocols makes... Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=398751 Fri, 01 Dec 2006 07:00:00 +0100 398751 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=398750&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D17264834%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Cakmak YO Vagal nerve stimulation and electroacupuncture have some promise as neuroprotective therapies for patients with poorly controlled epilepsy. It has been demonstrated that stimulation of acupuncture points on the extremities results in stimulation of the vagus nerve. It is possible that the antiepileptic effects of these two applications might be targeting the same centre in the brain. The nucleus of the solitary tract, which is a primary site at which vagal afferents terminate, is also the site for afferent pathways of facial, scalp and auricular acupuncture via trigeminal, cervical spinal and glossopharyngeal nerves. Taken together with laboratory findings, the neuroprotective pathways of electroacupuncture in epileptic models may stem from the collaboration of its a... Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=398750 Fri, 01 Dec 2006 07:00:00 +0100 398750 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=398749&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D17264835%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Campbell A Acupuncture is generally thought to rely on Adelta fibre stimulation for its effects and the role of C fibres has been largely discounted. Recent research, however, shows that there are C tactile fibres in humans that respond to light touch and project to the limbic system. They are thought to be responsible for feelings of calm and wellbeing that are elicited by gentle manual stimulation, as in stroking. These findings are likely to be relevant to acupuncture as regards both clinical practice and research. They may explain why even superficial acupuncture with brief needle insertion can have a clinical effect and why light touch may not be an adequate control procedure for use in clinical trials. PMID: 17264835 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acupuncture in Medi... Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=398749 Fri, 01 Dec 2006 07:00:00 +0100 398749 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=398748&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D17264836%26dopt%3DAbstract This article includes a general review of the evidence on mechanisms, effectiveness and safety of acupuncture that is intended to be used in conjunction with the guidelines; and the guidelines themselves. An appendix includes instructions for self acupuncture. The guidelines contain sections on roles and responsibilities, criteria for acupuncture practice, indications for acupuncture, contraindications and cautions, acupuncture treatment, and review and audit. These guidelines set basic, minimum standards of care, and need re-assessment and ongoing validation as further data and evidence accumulate. PMID: 17264836 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=398748 Fri, 01 Dec 2006 07:00:00 +0100 398748 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=398747&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D17264837%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Richardson M, Cummings M PMID: 17264837 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=398747 Fri, 01 Dec 2006 07:00:00 +0100 398747 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=398746&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D17264838%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Wells S PMID: 17264838 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=398746 Fri, 01 Dec 2006 07:00:00 +0100 398746 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=450132&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D17308504%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: White A Osteoarthritis of the knee is common, and a major cause of disability in older people that is likely to increase over time. Some patients progress rapidly to needing surgery, whereas others will have persistent pain for many years. The aims of conservative treatment are to reduce pain and disability. There is evidence that several non-pharmacological therapies such as exercise, education and weight loss can have an effect in patients with knee pain, though the effect is usually only modest. Ultrasound and short wave diathermy are widely available, but not supported by evidence. Particular preparations of topical treatments are effective, as too is oral paracetamol (acetaminophen). Glucosamine is popular but not all trials have found it to have any effect. Non-steroidal... Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=450132 Fri, 01 Dec 2006 05:00:00 +0100 450132 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=450131&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D17308505%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The group treated with acupuncture showed significantly better effects, both clinically and statistically, in the reduction of pain intensity as measured by pain VAS, on the WOMAC index and in decreased consumption of diclofenac. PMID: 17308505 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=450131 Fri, 01 Dec 2006 05:00:00 +0100 450131 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=450130&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D17308506%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The evidence from these trials - on the one hand, a clear overall effect of acupuncture and on the other hand, the lack of evidence supporting its superiority over sham acupuncture for all indications except osteoarthritis of the knee - leaves a considerable amount of room for interpretation. PMID: 17308506 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=450130 Fri, 01 Dec 2006 05:00:00 +0100 450130 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=450129&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D17308507%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Our findings demonstrate that for the diagnoses examined, acupuncture in addition to usual care was an effective and safe treatment. Whether the effects of acupuncture can be attributed primarily to specific or nonspecific mechanisms appeared to depend on the diagnosis, and should be investigated in further studies. Using acupuncture as an adjunctive treatment was more expensive than usual care alone, but was cost-effective according to internationally accepted threshold values. PMID: 17308507 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=450129 Fri, 01 Dec 2006 05:00:00 +0100 450129 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=450128&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D17308508%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Acupuncture is an effective treatment for osteoarthritis of the knee. Its overall effect size is 0.8, and it can be considered instead of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs for patients whose symptoms are not controlled by education, exercise, weight loss if appropriate and simple analgesics. Further research is necessary into the most efficient way of delivering acupuncture, and its longer term benefits. PMID: 17308508 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=450128 Fri, 01 Dec 2006 05:00:00 +0100 450128 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=450127&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D17308509%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Yamashita H, Masuyama S, Otsuki K, Tsukayama H In order to assess how many reported adverse reactions to acupuncture are truly associated with the physiological mechanisms of acupuncture, we performed a literature review of published RCTs of acupuncture for osteoarthritis of the knee. We searched for reports of RCTs using two data sources: PubMed and Japana Centra Revuo Medicina (Igaku Chuo Zasshi). Of the twelve RCTs located, seven included information on adverse events. No serious adverse events were reported. Joint swelling, local inflammation, haematoma and back pain occurred more frequently in the dummy electroacupuncture or minimal acupuncture group. We confirmed the possibility that many adverse reactions to acupuncture treatment reported in RCTs, at least for the knee ... Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=450127 Fri, 01 Dec 2006 05:00:00 +0100 450127 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=450126&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D17308510%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: The risks associated with acupuncture can be classified as negligible, and acupuncture is a very safe treatment in the hands of competent practitioners. PMID: 17308510 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=450126 Fri, 01 Dec 2006 05:00:00 +0100 450126 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=450125&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D17308511%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Kawakita K, Okada K Therapeutic benefits of acupuncture for chronic pain patients have been clearly identified in recent clinical trials. Underlying mechanisms of acupuncture action mediated by endogenous opioids have been well demonstrated. The existence of pain inhibitory systems in the central nervous system has also been clarified and acupuncture seems to be a potent stimulus for activating the analgesic systems, although the pain mechanisms in acute and chronic states are essentially different. On the other hand, the exact nature of the acupuncture point still remains unclear. Here, we propose a key role of polymodal receptors (PMR) in acupuncture and moxibustion and offer a rational explanation of the acupuncture point as a sensitised PMR. Moxibustion (burning of moxa) t... Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=450125 Fri, 01 Dec 2006 05:00:00 +0100 450125 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=450124&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D17308512%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Lundeberg T Acupuncture is an ancient therapy with a variety of different explanatory models. A cascade of physiologic effects has been reported, both in the peripheral and the central nervous system, following the insertion of a needle. Clinical trials testing the specific claims of acupuncture have generally tried to focus on testing the efficacy of applying specific techniques and/or specified points. However, different conditions may respond differently to different modes of stimulation. Also, insertion of needles into the body can stimulate effects not dependent on the locations of stimulation. Recently, it was demonstrated that both superficial and deep needling (with de qi/Hibiki) resulted in amelioration of patellofemoral pain and an increased feeling of wellbeing. One... Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=450124 Fri, 01 Dec 2006 05:00:00 +0100 450124 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=450123&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D17308513%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Acupuncture seems to provide improvement in function and pain relief as an adjunctive therapy for osteoarthritis of the knee when compared with credible sham acupuncture and education control groups. PMID: 17308513 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=450123 Fri, 01 Dec 2006 05:00:00 +0100 450123 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=450122&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D17308514%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: White A, Kawakita K Decisions on whether a health service should provide a particular treatment are based on the evidence on three questions: 1) whether the treatment can work, ie it is biologically active; 2) whether the treatment is safe and effective in daily practice; and 3) whether it is economically worthwhile. Evidence presented at the Kyoto conference shows that acupuncture for osteoarthritis of the knee has a biological effect, has a large clinical effect in practice, has negligible risk, and has a cost effectiveness which is well within the usual acceptable limit. On the present evidence, acupuncture is likely to offer an alternative to treatment with non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). PMID: 17308514 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acupuncture in Medi... Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=450122 Fri, 01 Dec 2006 05:00:00 +0100 450122 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=251733&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D17013356%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: These results suggest that acupuncture at the most painful point gives immediate relief of low back pain. PMID: 17013356 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=251733 Fri, 27 Oct 2006 14:47:01 +0100 251733 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=251732&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D17013360%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Donnellan CP This case report describes the use of acupuncture in the management of chronic central pain in a 51 year old man following severe traumatic brain injury and multiple injuries including rib fractures. The patient reported rapid and significant improvements in pain and mood during a course of acupuncture treatment. Chronic pain following traumatic brain injury is a significant problem. Chronic pain after rib fractures is also commonly reported. Acupuncture is widely used in the management of pain but its use has been reported rarely in the traumatic brain injury literature. This case report suggests that acupuncture may be a useful option to consider in these patients. Outcome was assessed formally using a 0-10 verbal numerical rating scale for pain, and the Hospita... Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=251732 Fri, 27 Oct 2006 14:47:01 +0100 251732 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=251731&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D17013361%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Qu F, Zhou J A case history is reported of a patient who presented with acute pedicle torsion in a left ovarian cyst, which had been diagnosed seven months previously. The diagnosis was established by sonography. She declined surgery for personal reasons, and was treated with acupuncture. Her pain was successfully relieved, and she continued to be observed. The acupuncture was repeated daily for 15 days, after which time repeat sonography showed reduction in size of the cyst, and no torsion of the pedicle. No relapse had occurred at 16 months follow up. PMID: 17013361 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=251731 Fri, 27 Oct 2006 14:47:01 +0100 251731 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=251730&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D17013362%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Strachan L PMID: 17013362 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=251730 Fri, 27 Oct 2006 14:47:01 +0100 251730 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=218613&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D17013356%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: These results suggest that acupuncture at the most painful point gives immediate relief of low back pain. PMID: 17013356 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=218613 Tue, 03 Oct 2006 17:03:02 +0100 218613 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=218612&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D17013357%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Lund I, Lundeberg T Pain is a major clinical problem that causes great suffering for the individual and incurs costs for society. Accurate assessment and evaluation of perceived pain is necessary for diagnosis, for choice of treatment, and for the evaluation of treatment efficacy. The assessment of an individual's pain is a challenge since pain is a subjective, multidimensional experience, and assessment is based on the person's own self-report. The results are often varied, possibly due to inter-individual variation, but also in relation to gender and aetiology. A gold standard for pain assessment is still lacking, but rating scales, questionnaires, and methods derived from psychophysical concepts, such as threshold assessments and perceptual matching, are used. In the evalua... Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=218612 Tue, 03 Oct 2006 17:03:02 +0100 218612 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=218611&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D17013358%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Campbell A One fundamental question that is still not resolved is whether acupuncture needles must be inserted in specific points to have their greatest effects. In the majority of large RCTs recently conducted in Germany, acupuncture was significantly more effective than doing nothing but not than sham acupuncture. Only for one study of chronic knee pain was acupuncture superior to sham. Brain imaging with functional magnetic resonance (fMRI) and positron emission tomography (PET) may be helpful but is still in its early stages. Several studies have shown differences between the way the deep central areas of the brain respond to genuine acupuncture compared with sham. Acupuncture can clearly produce complex changes that are relevant to pain transmission and perception, though... Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=218611 Tue, 03 Oct 2006 17:03:02 +0100 218611 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=218610&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D17013359%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: White A The internet has fundamentally altered scientific publishing; this article discusses current models and how they affect this journal. The greatest innovation is a new range of open access journals published only on the internet, aimed at rapid publication and universal access. In most cases authors pay a publication charge for the overhead costs of the journal. Journals that are published by professional organisations primarily for their members have some functions other than publishing research, including clinical articles, conference reports and news items. A small number of these journals are permitting open access to their research reports. Commercial science publishing still exists, where profit for shareholders provides motivation in addition to the desire to spr... Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=218610 Tue, 03 Oct 2006 17:03:02 +0100 218610 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=218609&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D17013360%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Donnellan CP This case report describes the use of acupuncture in the management of chronic central pain in a 51 year old man following severe traumatic brain injury and multiple injuries including rib fractures. The patient reported rapid and significant improvements in pain and mood during a course of acupuncture treatment. Chronic pain following traumatic brain injury is a significant problem. Chronic pain after rib fractures is also commonly reported. Acupuncture is widely used in the management of pain but its use has been reported rarely in the traumatic brain injury literature. This case report suggests that acupuncture may be a useful option to consider in these patients. Outcome was assessed formally using a 0-10 verbal numerical rating scale for pain, and the Hospita... Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=218609 Tue, 03 Oct 2006 17:03:02 +0100 218609 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=218608&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D17013361%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Qu F, Zhou J A case history is reported of a patient who presented with acute pedicle torsion in a left ovarian cyst, which had been diagnosed seven months previously. The diagnosis was established by sonography. She declined surgery for personal reasons, and was treated with acupuncture. Her pain was successfully relieved, and she continued to be observed. The acupuncture was repeated daily for 15 days, after which time repeat sonography showed reduction in size of the cyst, and no torsion of the pedicle. No relapse had occurred at 16 months follow up. PMID: 17013361 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=218608 Tue, 03 Oct 2006 17:03:02 +0100 218608 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=218607&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D17013362%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Strachan L PMID: 17013362 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=218607 Tue, 03 Oct 2006 17:03:02 +0100 218607 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=112515&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D16783280%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: No meaningful change was detected in EMG activity following acupuncture interventions, but this study provides a sound protocol and normative values on which to plan future research. PMID: 16783280 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=112515 Wed, 14 Jun 2006 06:00:00 +0100 112515 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=112514&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D16783281%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Equine myofascial trigger points can be identified, and have similar objective signs and electrophysiological properties to those documented in human and rabbit skeletal muscle tissue. The important differences from findings in human studies are that referred pain patterns and the reproduction of pain profile cannot be determined in animals. PMID: 16783281 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=112514 Wed, 14 Jun 2006 06:00:00 +0100 112514 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=112513&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D16783282%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Johnson MI Nowadays the volume of published research is so overwhelming that practitioners are turning to expert groups to interpret and summarise research for them. This paper critically reviews the processes used to establish one-sentence statements about the effectiveness of acupuncture for pain relief. Some one-sentence statements claim that acupuncture is not clinically effective because systematic reviews of clinical trials find similar amounts of pain relief between sham acupuncture and real acupuncture. However, these one-sentence statements fail to account for shortcomings in clinical trials such as inadequate doses and inappropriate acupuncture technique. Establishing the physiological intention of acupuncture and developing criteria to assess whether this has been a... Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=112513 Wed, 14 Jun 2006 06:00:00 +0100 112513 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=112512&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D16783283%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: This audit suggests that self acupuncture is effective for pain relief and improves quality of life in this selected group of patients. Safety can be maintained provided that pre-selection is done with care, and appropriate training is carried out. Self acupuncture has considerable potential to reduce clinic waiting lists and appointment times for patients. Further research is required to determine the cost effectiveness of this approach. PMID: 16783283 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=112512 Wed, 14 Jun 2006 06:00:00 +0100 112512 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=112511&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D16783284%26dopt%3DAbstract We report the result of a pilot prospective case series of five patients treated with an acupuncture protocol that aims to correct Qi, Blood and Yang deficiencies and directs Qi and Blood to the extremities, with the goal of improving the symptoms of CIPN. The responses were encouraging, and cannot be easily explained by the known neurophysiological mechanisms of acupuncture. PMID: 16783284 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=112511 Wed, 14 Jun 2006 06:00:00 +0100 112511 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=112510&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D16783285%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Sandberg M PMID: 16783285 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=112510 Wed, 14 Jun 2006 06:00:00 +0100 112510 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=112509&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D16783286%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Filshie J PMID: 16783286 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=112509 Wed, 14 Jun 2006 06:00:00 +0100 112509 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=112508&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D16783287%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Wyon Y, Nedstrand E, Hammar M PMID: 16783287 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=112508 Wed, 14 Jun 2006 06:00:00 +0100 112508 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=112507&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D16783288%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Smyth M PMID: 16783288 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=112507 Wed, 14 Jun 2006 06:00:00 +0100 112507 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=161892&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D16909516%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: White A, Tough E, Cummings M PMID: 16909516 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=161892 Tue, 14 Mar 2006 07:00:00 +0100 161892 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=112524&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D16618043%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: These results suggest that trigger point acupuncture may have greater short term effects on low back pain in elderly patients than sham acupuncture. PMID: 16618043 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=112524 Tue, 14 Mar 2006 07:00:00 +0100 112524 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=112523&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D16618044%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Lund I, Lundeberg T Most controlled trials of acupuncture have used minimal, superficial, sham, or 'placebo' acupuncture. It has recently been demonstrated that light touch of the skin stimulates mechanoreceptors coupled to slow conducting unmyelinated (C) afferents resulting in activity in the insular region, but not in the somatosensory cortex. Activity in these C tactile afferents has been suggested to induce a 'limbic touch' response resulting in emotional and hormonal reactions. It is likely that, in many acupuncture studies, control procedures that are meant to be inert are in fact activating these C tactile afferents and consequently result in the alleviation of the affective component of pain. This could explain why control interventions are equally effective as acupun... Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=112523 Tue, 14 Mar 2006 07:00:00 +0100 112523 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=112522&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D16618045%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: This audit shows that the results of using acupuncture in the treatment of temporomandibular dysfunction in a general dental practice are comparable to those obtained in clinical studies in university settings. Also the therapeutic approach of using acupuncture is similar. Thus, acupuncture is a simple, relatively safe and potentially efficacious and useful technique in the management of temporomandibular dysfunction in a general dental practice. PMID: 16618045 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=112522 Tue, 14 Mar 2006 07:00:00 +0100 112522 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=112521&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D16618046%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Johnson D Over a period of three years, acupuncture was offered to patients entering assisted reproduction therapy. Acupuncture sessions were given at varying, but usually weekly, intervals during the in vitro fertilisation (IVF) cycle, and immediately before and after embryo transfer. Twenty two patients (average age 36.2 years) were treated over a total of 26 IVF cycles and 15 pregnancies were achieved, as determined by presence of foetal heartbeat on ultrasound at four weeks post embryo transfer. This was a success rate of 57.7% compared with 45.3% for patients in the IVF unit not treated with acupuncture (P > 0.05). Relaxing effects were noted following acupuncture and it is speculated that this may have contributed to the increase in pregnancy rate for the acupuncture ... Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=112521 Tue, 14 Mar 2006 07:00:00 +0100 112521 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=112520&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D16618047%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Bradbury A, Botancor J, White A A 50 year old woman experienced an episode of vertigo and nystagmus about 10 minutes after receiving her first treatment with acupuncture for shoulder pain. The nystagmus was confirmed by several health professionals. She had no previous history of nystagmus, and the symptom was not associated with feelings of faintness. Her blood pressure was 90/50 at the onset of symptoms but returned to normal while the symptoms continued. She recovered spontaneously after about five hours. Nystagmus after acupuncture has not been unequivocally reported before, though dizziness associated with hypotension is common. In this case the association may be coincidental, or a focal neurological response to needling; if the latter, then it should be regarded as an u... Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=112520 Tue, 14 Mar 2006 07:00:00 +0100 112520 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=112519&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D16618048%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Oomman S PMID: 16618048 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=112519 Tue, 14 Mar 2006 07:00:00 +0100 112519 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=112518&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D16618049%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Simmons R PMID: 16618049 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=112518 Tue, 14 Mar 2006 07:00:00 +0100 112518 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=112517&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D16618050%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Wettig D PMID: 16618050 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=112517 Tue, 14 Mar 2006 07:00:00 +0100 112517 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=112516&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D16619407%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Tekeoğlu I, Doğan A A ganglion is a cystic swelling that occurs most commonly in women. Recurrence is possible after conservative or surgical treatment. A novel method of therapy, electroacupuncture stimulation, was performed in a 53 year old woman with a large, recurrent dorsal wrist ganglion. After treatment it rapidly disappeared and there was no recurrence during the one year follow-up period. Although the mechanism is obscure, it is our impression that electroacupuncture may have a local action on such cysts in addition to needle drainage. PMID: 16619407 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=112516 Tue, 14 Mar 2006 07:00:00 +0100 112516 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=112530&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D16430123%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: In general, trial physicians complied well with the predefined interventions. A relevant minority of participating trial physicians stated that they would have treated patients differently outside the trial. PMID: 16430123 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=112530 Wed, 14 Dec 2005 07:00:00 +0100 112530 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=112529&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D16430124%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Our results indicate that lumbar acupuncture stimulation can have an influence on sciatic nerve blood flow. The effect is dependent not only on blood pressure but also other factors, for example vasodilator and vasoconstrictor nerve activity. This mechanism may contribute to a clinical effect on intermittent claudication of the cauda equina. PMID: 16430124 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=112529 Wed, 14 Dec 2005 07:00:00 +0100 112529 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=112528&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D16430125%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Acupuncture including self acupuncture is associated with long-term relief of vasomotor symptoms in cancer patients. Treatment is safe and costs appear to be low. An algorithm is presented to guide clinical use. We recommend the use of self acupuncture with needles at SP6 in preference to semi-permanent needles in the first instance, but poor responders use indwelling studs if they fail to respond adequately to self acupuncture with regular needles. Point location may be of less importance than the overall 'dose', and an appropriate minimum dose may be required to initiate the effect. PMID: 16430125 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=112528 Wed, 14 Dec 2005 07:00:00 +0100 112528 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=112527&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D16430126%26dopt%3DAbstract This article aims to give guidance on the conduct and reporting of case series and audits of acupuncture, based on common problems that have arisen in the past. This type of project, and particularly the prospective case series or pre- post-intervention study, may give valuable evidence of the overall effectiveness of acupuncture--for example in different situations and in different conditions-- and provides one step in the research pathway before generating an hypothesis. The project should be designed with the aim of reducing bias as much as possible. Careful and detailed planning is essential for the project to produce worthwhile results that readers can evaluate and replicate. Ethical issues should be considered and formal approval may be necessary. The patient group should be recruite... Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=112527 Wed, 14 Dec 2005 07:00:00 +0100 112527 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=112526&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D16430127%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Rosted P A 65 year old golfer with the yips was treated with acupuncture at GV20, EX-HN-1 (Si Shen Cong) and TE5. The symptoms disappeared after one treatment and no relapse has occurred in the 24 months' follow up. Although it cannot be determined whether the effect in this case occurred from neurological stimulation or was the result of expectation, acupuncture may be worth trying in patients with the yips since this condition is otherwise difficult to treat. PMID: 16430127 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=112526 Wed, 14 Dec 2005 07:00:00 +0100 112526 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=112525&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D16430128%26dopt%3DAbstract This reports the calming effects of acupuncture on a fox which had been showing aggressive behaviour and obsessive circling following toxoplasma infection. PMID: 16430128 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=112525 Wed, 14 Dec 2005 07:00:00 +0100 112525 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=112537&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D16259308%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Laser acupuncture may be worth further investigation as a treatment for mild to moderate depression in primary care. PMID: 16259308 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=112537 Wed, 14 Sep 2005 06:00:00 +0100 112537 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=112536&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D16259309%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: In this large cross-sectional study, extensive patient reports showed that 'positive' reactions to acupuncture treatment were very common. Tiredness, drowsiness and a range of 'negative' reactions were also frequently reported. Almost all patients were willing to experience these reactions again. PMID: 16259309 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=112536 Wed, 14 Sep 2005 06:00:00 +0100 112536 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=112535&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D16259310%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Gerwin RD Chronic muscle pain (myalgia) is a common problem throughout the world. Seemingly simple, it is actually a difficult problem for the clinician interested in determining the aetiology of the pain, as well as in managing the pain. The two common muscle pain conditions are fibromyalgia and myofascial pain syndrome. Fibromyalgia is a chronic, widespread muscle tenderness syndrome, associated with central sensitisation. It is often accompanied by chronic sleep disturbance and fatigue, visceral pain syndromes like irritable bowel syndrome and interstitial cystitis. Myofascial pain syndrome is an overuse or muscle stress syndrome characterised by the presence of trigger points in muscle. The problem these syndromes pose lies not in making the diagnosis of muscle pain. Rathe... Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=112535 Wed, 14 Sep 2005 06:00:00 +0100 112535 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=112534&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D16259311%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Richardson M, Freedman J A recent innovation in acupuncture training at a clinic in a primary care practice is reported. The trainer is a General Practitioner within the practice and the trainee an academic nurse. The semi-structured training programme is outlined and benefits and challenges to both trainer and trainee are discussed. The patients generally welcomed the scheme. We consider that the programme could provide a model for similar-training initiatives in the future. PMID: 16259311 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=112534 Wed, 14 Sep 2005 06:00:00 +0100 112534 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=112533&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D16259312%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Freedman J, Richardson M An acupuncture clinic has been running in general practice without any funding for nine years. However, reorganisation of the health service meant that it had to become self-funding. A scheme for voluntary donations was introduced, with a target of ł15 per treatment. In the first six months, the scheme covered the clinic's costs. A user survey was undertaken to elicit patients' views on the scheme. The majority of patients thought that the scheme was a good idea, and the amount about right. However, a few patients found payment difficult, and stated that they would be less likely to use the service for that reason, or feel guilty about using it without paying. This information should be used to try to obtain public funding through public funds in the ... Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=112533 Wed, 14 Sep 2005 06:00:00 +0100 112533 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=112532&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D16259313%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Mears T This case report concerns the treatment of post viral fatigue (chronic fatigue syndrome) with electroacupuncture. This condition is particularly difficult to treat whether using conventional or complementary therapy. Whilst the treatment did not cure the patient, it appears to have facilitated her return to work and markedly improved her symptoms. There are few publications on acupuncture treatment of this condition and the approach used here has not been reported previously. PMID: 16259313 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=112532 Wed, 14 Sep 2005 06:00:00 +0100 112532 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=112531&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D16259314%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Campbell A, Macglashan J A case of acupuncture-induced galactorrhoea in a healthy subject is described. The acupuncture was performed at a non-traditional site using a periosteal technique and galactorrhoea occurred on two separate occasions. Galactorrhoea following acupuncture has been reported on one previous occasion. PMID: 16259314 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=112531 Wed, 14 Sep 2005 06:00:00 +0100 112531 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=112543&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D16025784%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: The results of this study suggest that acupuncture alleviates insomnia during pregnancy and further research is justified. PMID: 16025784 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=112543 Tue, 14 Jun 2005 06:00:00 +0100 112543 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=112542&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D16025785%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Intensive acupuncture treatment may improve activity at work and several relevant social and psychological variables for women with chronic pain in the neck and shoulders. The effect may last for at least three years. PMID: 16025785 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=112542 Tue, 14 Jun 2005 06:00:00 +0100 112542 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=112541&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D16025786%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Associations between TCM and reproductive health diagnoses were demonstrated. Emotional health and wellbeing is an important aspect of patient care that needs to be addressed in clinical practice and research studies, as the findings suggest that this aspect of their health is often poorer during assisted reproductive technology. PMID: 16025786 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=112541 Tue, 14 Jun 2005 06:00:00 +0100 112541 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=112540&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D16025787%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: The evidence from controlled trials is insufficient to conclude whether acupuncture is an effective treatment for depression, but justifies further trials of electroacupuncture. PMID: 16025787 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=112540 Tue, 14 Jun 2005 06:00:00 +0100 112540 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=112539&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D16025788%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Edwards J Various structural abnormalities that contribute to the perpetuation of myofascial trigger point activity and the pain arising from it, have previously been well documented. In addition, however, there are a number of postural habits that are important to recognise as they may also contribute, as shown in the five cases discussed. These postural habits, which are likely to be carried out both frequently and unconsciously, are adopted during the course of sitting, standing or sleeping. They are entirely independent of any structural abnormalities that may be present. Correcting them is a necessary contribution to treatment, as failure to do so is liable to lead to persistence of the pain. PMID: 16025788 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] (Source: Acupuncture in Medici... Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=112539 Tue, 14 Jun 2005 06:00:00 +0100 112539 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=112538&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D16025789%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Oomman S, Liu D, Cummings M A 39 year old woman, scheduled for elective caesarean section in her second pregnancy, developed thrombocytopenia. Therefore, at the time of surgery, spinal anaesthesia and non-steroidal analgesic drugs were avoided and she was given a standard general anaesthetic procedure including fentanyl 100 microg and morphine 10 mg. In the early postoperative period she received tramadol 100 mg and a further 10 mg of morphine. These drugs did not control her pain, but caused side effects--in particular nausea and retching. Acupuncture to LI4 and PC6 on the right side produced dramatic pain relief within minutes. PMID: 16025789 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=112538 Tue, 14 Jun 2005 06:00:00 +0100 112538 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=112549&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D15844434%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Baldry P Acupuncture was first used in China, probable about 2000 years ago. When acupuncture first arrived in the West in the 17th century, the principles which the Chinese had used to explain its actions were at variance with current scientific knowledge of the body's structure and function. This led to the rejection of acupuncture by the medical profession in the UK, although individual practitioners adopted it with enthusiasm, usually needling the point of maximal tenderness to treat musculoskeletal pain. Acupuncture was more generally accepted in France and Germany, where the pioneering British physician Felix Mann encountered it in the 1950s. He then taught acupuncture to other medical practitioners and organised regular meetings in London, from which the British Medical... Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=112549 Mon, 14 Mar 2005 07:00:00 +0100 112549 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=112548&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D15844435%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: This study suggests that laser acupuncture may be an effective treatment for chronic tension-type headache, but the results should be confirmed in larger and more rigorous trials. PMID: 15844435 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=112548 Mon, 14 Mar 2005 07:00:00 +0100 112548 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=112547&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D15844436%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: As the public's use of various healing practices outside conventional medicine accelerates, ignorance about these practices by the country's future medical practitioners risks broadening the communication gap between the public and the profession that serves them. The majority of medical students recognise this risk and are keen to bridge this gap. PMID: 15844436 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine) Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=112547 Mon, 14 Mar 2005 07:00:00 +0100 112547 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=112546&cid=s_31814_8_f&fid=31814&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D15844437%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Inoue M, Hojo T, Yano T, Katsumi Y We applied electroacupuncture to the spinal nerve root by inserting needles under x ray imaging in three cases with radicular sciatica, as a non-pharmacological substitute for lumbar spinal nerve block. In all three cases, symptoms were markedly reduced immediately after electroacupuncture to the spinal nerve root. The sustained effect was noticeably longer than that of spinal nerve blocks previously performed, in two out of the three cases. We suggest that descending inhibitory control, inhibitory control at the spinal level, inhibition of potential activity by hyperpolarisation of nerve endings, or changes in nerve blood flow may be involved in the mechanism of the effect of electroacupuncture to the spinal nerve root. These results suggest... Acupuncture in Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=112546 Mon, 14 Mar 2005 07:00:00 +0100 112546