A National Institutes of Health (NIH) funded study shows that electroacupuncture, “inhibits osteoarthritis-induced pain by enhancing 5-HT2A/2C [serotonin] receptor activity.” Activation of this serotonin receptor produces powerful anti-inflammatory effects. Researchers from the University of Maryland in Baltimore, MD and Shanxi Medical University in Shanxi, China showed that electroacupuncture attenuates osteoarthritis pain by activating serotonin receptors […]
{enclose MassachusettsAcupuncture.mp3} Massachusetts State Representative William S. Pignatelli (Democrat; Lenox, MA) has introduced legislation to ensure acupuncture insurance coverage for all health insurance policies in Massachusetts. Supporters cite research demonstrating the cost-effectiveness of healthcare provided by licensed acupuncturists and the right to equal access to licensed medical providers.
{enclose LaborPain_Acupuncture.mp3} Researchers examined existing scientific studies of acupuncture and acupressure and their effects on labor pain. The research included randomized controlled trials comparing acupuncture or acupressure with placebo control groups. Both spontaneous and induced labor were included in the selection criteria.
{enclose AcupunnctureShoulder.mp3} There has been a great deal of controversy over the effectiveness of acupuncture for pain related conditions. Can acupuncture stop shoulder pain? A randomized, blinded, patient-blinded, multi-center research report published its conclusions. Researchers at Ruhr-University Bochum (Orthopedic Surgery and Research) conclude that acupuncture is an effective alternative to conventional orthopedic treatments for chronic […]
{enclose Acupuncture_LazyEye.mp3} A recent study published in the Archives of Ophthalmology reports that acupuncture is an effective therapy for a type of lazy eye called anisometropic amblyopia.
{enclose Acupuncture_HIES.mp3} Acupuncture Treats Rare Immune System Disease – HIES
{enclose Acupuncture_GrantHill.mp3} Grant Hill uses acupuncture to lift his energy level and to benefit his legs. Hill is a 37 year old NBA forward on the basketball team the Phoenix Suns.
{enclose Acupuncture_Chemotherapy.mp3} A Yale University/University of Pittsburg study of women with hot flashes due to conventional breast cancer treatment reveals that women receiving acupuncture have less hot flashes.
{enclose Acupuncture_CancerPain.mp3} A recent study finds that acupuncture is effective for reducing pain in cancer patients. It is estimated that upwards of 70 percent of cancer patients do not get adequate pain relief. The new study and detailed review of randomized controlled trials shows that acupuncture has a role in pain management for cancer patients.
{enclose AcupunctureSchizophrenia.mp3} Acupuncture is effective in alleviating schizophrenia and the side effects of psychiatric medication. Acupuncture also improved energy levels, sleep, physical disorders, and motivation.
