How effective is acupuncture for neck pain?
A review of 9 studies assessed the effectiveness and efficacy of acupuncture in the treatment of neck pain.
Seven out of nine studies yielded positive results.
In particular, the studies based on the primary outcome of short-term pain reduction found that acupuncture was more effective than the control in the treatment of neck pain.
This study also showed that acupuncture was significantly more effective than sham acupuncture for pain relief.
This review confirmed the short-term effectiveness and efficacy of acupuncture in the treatment of neck pain.
Further studies that address the long-term efficacy of acupuncture for neck pain are warranted.
Healthcare continues to evolve toward less-invasive, natural, and drug-free methods, with acupuncture now becoming a first-line complementary healthcare choice.
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