Acupuncture: Evidence Report and Synthesis (AHRQ)

Reference acupuncture pain-management evidence-review nccih

Evidence: Grade A (observational_study)

Summary

Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality review of acupuncture's efficacy for chronic pain conditions including back pain, osteoarthritis, and headache.

Reference Details

Type: review

Authors: Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality

Journal: AHRQ Evidence Report

Publication Date: 2021-03-01

Abstract

Review of 39 trials found moderate evidence that acupuncture is effective for chronic pain, including back and neck pain, osteoarthritis, and chronic headache, with favorable safety profile.

Additional Sources

https://www.effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/acupuncture-evidence-report

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