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Acupuncture for migraine without aura: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Author: JiJun, PeiJian, XuJia, ZhangFu-Qing

Journal ArticleAn article published in an academic or professional journal that reports original research or scholarly analysis.
Systematic ReviewA review that systematically collects, evaluates, and integrates relevant research to answer a specific research question.
Meta-AnalysisA statistical technique that integrates the results of multiple studies to draw more general conclusions about a particular issue.

Overview

Acupuncture treatment for migraine without aura (MWoA) was found to be more effective than medication in reducing migraine frequency and visual analog scale (VAS) scores.
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Original Abstract of the Article :
BACKGROUND: Migraine without aura (MWoA), the most common type of migraine, has great impacts on quality of life for migraineurs. Acupuncture is used in the treatment and prevention of migraine for its analgesic effects. OBJECTIVE: The aim of this systematic review and meta-analysis is to systemati...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.joim.2018.06.002

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Acupuncture for Migraine: A Comprehensive Assessment

This research examines the efficacy and safety of acupuncture for migraine without aura (MWoA), a common and debilitating condition. The study employs a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials to assess the therapeutic and preventive effects of acupuncture, comparing it to medication and sham acupuncture.

Acupuncture Shows Promise for Migraine Treatment

The meta-analysis found that acupuncture significantly reduced the frequency of migraine attacks, improved visual analogue scale scores, and had a higher effective rate compared to medication. It also demonstrated a significant advantage over sham acupuncture in reducing migraine frequency and pain. These results suggest that acupuncture may be a viable treatment option for MWoA.

A Safer Alternative for Migraine Relief

The study highlights the potential benefits of acupuncture, particularly its safety profile. Acupuncture was associated with fewer side effects compared to medication, suggesting it may be a more tolerable treatment option. While further research is needed to confirm its effectiveness, acupuncture offers a promising approach for managing MWoA.

Dr. Camel's Conclusion

This study provides valuable insights into the potential of acupuncture for migraine relief. Dr. Camel notes that, just as the camel navigates the desert using its keen sense of direction, acupuncture may help individuals navigate the challenges of migraine pain. The study emphasizes the need for further research to fully understand the efficacy and mechanisms of acupuncture for migraine treatment.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2018-12-17
  2. Date Revised 2019-12-10
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

30007828

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

10.1016/j.joim.2018.06.002

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