Acupuncture Lowers Anxiety & Pain After Mastectomy
Acupuncture reduces anxiety and pain for breast cancer patients that have had a mastectomy or breast reconstruction surgery. Researchers from the Mayo Clinic (Rochester, Minnesota) conclude that acupuncture “significantly improves symptoms of postoperative pain, anxiety, and tension, and demonstrates a trend toward improved postoperative relaxation.” They add that “acupuncture can be integrated into a busy […]