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Comparison of Acupuncture and Sham Acupuncture in Migraine Treatment: An Overview of Systematic Reviews.

Author: GaoWen, LiMao, WangWeijun, YangDongdong

Randomized Controlled TrialA clinical trial that randomly assigns participants to treatment and control groups to evaluate the effects of an intervention.
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Overview

Acupuncture was superior to sham acupuncture in reducing migraine frequency, visual analog scale scores, and responder rate. However, there was no statistically significant difference in the number of migraine days.
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Original Abstract of the Article :
BACKGROUND: Acupuncture is widely used for treating migraine; however, evidence of its efficacy when compared with sham acupuncture is equivocal. This study aimed to compare the evaluate efficacy of acupuncture versus sham acupuncture in migraine treatment. METHODS: We searched PubMed, the Cochrane...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9067081/

データ提供：米国国立医学図書館（NLM）

Comparison of Acupuncture and Sham Acupuncture in Migraine Treatment: An Overview of Systematic Reviews

[Migraine] is a debilitating condition that affects millions worldwide. This overview of systematic reviews examines the effectiveness of [acupuncture] compared to [sham acupuncture] for the treatment of migraine. The authors conducted a comprehensive analysis of 20 randomized controlled trials, pooling data to assess the comparative efficacy of acupuncture and sham acupuncture for migraine relief. Their findings provide valuable insights into the potential of acupuncture as a complementary therapy for migraine management.

Acupuncture Shows Promise for Migraine Relief

The pooled data from the systematic review suggests that acupuncture may be superior to sham acupuncture in reducing migraine frequency and intensity. This indicates that acupuncture could be a valuable addition to a comprehensive migraine management plan, offering a potential avenue for symptom relief and improved quality of life for migraine sufferers. Think of acupuncture as a refreshing oasis in the desert of migraine pain, providing a temporary respite from the debilitating symptoms.

Exploring the Potential of Acupuncture for Migraine Management

This overview of systematic reviews underscores the need for further research into the mechanisms and efficacy of acupuncture for migraine treatment. While the findings suggest promise, further studies are needed to clarify the optimal application of acupuncture in migraine management, including the identification of appropriate patient subgroups and the development of standardized protocols. The desert of migraine treatment is vast, but with continued research, we may be able to find new oases of effective and safe therapies.

Dr. Camel's Conclusion

This overview of systematic reviews suggests that acupuncture may be a valuable addition to a comprehensive migraine management plan, offering a potential avenue for symptom relief and improved quality of life for migraine sufferers. While further research is needed to clarify the optimal application of acupuncture in migraine management, the findings offer hope for individuals seeking alternative approaches to migraine relief.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2022-05-09
  2. Date Revised 2023-09-29
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

34842579

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

PMC9067081

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Languages

English

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