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Auricular acupuncture as a treatment for pregnant women who have low back and posterior pelvic pain: a pilot study
by Shu Ming Wang
One week of continuous auricular acupuncture decreases the pain and disability experienced by women with pregnancy-related low back and posterior pelvic pain. [more/fulltext]
Source: AJOG vol.201, issue 3

Symptom management for irritable bowel syndrom: a pilot randomized controlled trial of acupuncture/ moxibustion
by Anastasi JK
The purpose of this pilot study was to assess the effect of an individualized traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) acupuncture and moxibustion (Acu/Moxa) treatment on symptom control in patients with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) in a preliminary, randomized, sham/placebo-controlled trial. [more]
Source: Pubmed

Combination of Acupuncture and Fluoxetine for depression: a randomized, double-blind, sham-controlled trial
by Zhang WJ
The current pharmacological management of depression remains limited. The aim of this study was to assess the efficacy and safety of acupuncture in combination with fluoxetine as an intervention for major depressive disorder (MDD).[more]
Source: Pubmed
 
NEWS & TRENDS

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People turning to natural remedies to fight swine flu [more]
September 2009
by Jean Enersen / King 5 New 

Adapting to the change in season [more
September 2009
by Janis Torke Ega / Herald Times
 
Acupuncture may help relieve Polycystic Ovary Syndrome [more]
September 2009
by US News & World Report
 
Acupuncture, diet help dog feel much calmer
[more]
September 2009
by Daily Press 
 
China investment millions create 'Dragon's Fen' [more]
September 2009
by Tony Quested / Bussiness Weekly
 

 
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