Can acupuncture give relief to musculoskeletal pain?

Musculoskeletal disorders are major causes of disability, with some of the most common being neck pain, low back pain, osteoarthritis, shoulder pain, and myofascial pain.

Sixty-three studies looked at the analgesic effect of real acupuncture compared to sham acupuncture in over 6300 individuals for musculoskeletal pain.

The study concluded that acupuncture was more effective than sham acupuncture at relieving pain caused by chronic neck pain, shoulder pain, chronic low back pain, myofascial pain, and osteoarthritis.

Healthcare continues to evolve toward less-invasive, natural, and drug-free methods, with acupuncture now becoming a first-line complementary healthcare choice.

Remember, the American Acupuncture Council (AAC) offers an unparalleled track record in acupuncture risk management.

There is a reason acupuncturists have trusted AAC with their business for 50 years.

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Can acupuncture reduce the symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome?

Carpal tunnel syndrome impacts 4 to 10 million Americans (average age between 40 and 50 years old), according to the Rheumatology Research Foundation.

In a study 80 participants with carpal tunnel syndrome were randomly assigned to one of three interventions: (1) electroacupuncture to the more affected hand; (2) electroacupuncture at “distal” body sites, near the ankle opposite to the more affected hand; and (3) local sham electroacupuncture using non-penetrating placebo needles.

Both local and distal acupuncture were better than sham acupuncture at producing desirable changes in the wrist.

Healthcare continues to evolve toward less-invasive, natural, and drug-free methods, with acupuncture now becoming a first-line complementary healthcare choice.

Remember, the American Acupuncture Council (AAC) offers an unparalleled track record in acupuncture risk management.

There is a reason acupuncturists have trusted AAC with their business for 50 years.

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Acupuncture and Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

Can acupuncture reduce the symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)?

IBS affects between 25 and 45 million people in the United States and is a major women’s health issue, with 2 in 3 IBS sufferers being female.

A 2021 review and analysis of 24 studies in 3,220 people with IBS found that in studies comparing acupuncture to various medications, acupuncture was more effective in relieving IBS symptoms.

When used in combination with other treatments, including medicines or herbs, acupuncture helps to improve their effectiveness in treating IBS symptoms.

Healthcare continues to evolve toward less-invasive, natural, and drug-free methods, with acupuncture now becoming a first-line complementary healthcare choice.

Remember, the American Acupuncture Council (AAC) offers an unparalleled track record in acupuncture risk management.

There is a reason acupuncturists have trusted AAC with their business for 50 years

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Is acupuncture helpful for relieving headaches and migraines?

In the United States, each year, approximately 45 million people suffer from headaches, and 39 million are affected by migraine.

A review of 9 studies comparing acupuncture with drugs for preventing migraine found acupuncture was more effective.

The study participants receiving acupuncture were also less likely to drop out of studies because of side effects compared to those receiving drugs.

Healthcare continues evolving to less-invasive, natural, and drug-free methods, with acupuncture now a first-line complementary healthcare choice.

Remember, the American Acupuncture Council (AAC) offers an unparalleled track record in acupuncture risk management.

There is a reason acupuncturists have trusted AAC with their business for 50 years.

Not an American Acupuncture Council member? Get a Quick Quote and find out how much you will save! Click here!