Randomised controlled trials confirm that Acupuncture is a viable treatment for headaches and migraines.
It is more effective then medication in reducing the severity and frequency of chronic headaches, according to a new analysis conducted by Duke University Medical Center researchers.
In 17 studies comparing acupuncture to medication, the researchers found that 62% of the acupuncture patients reported headache relief compared to only 45% of people taking medication. These acupuncture patients also reported a feeling of general well-being compared to the medication group.
About Me
- Robert Vandevelde
- Javea, Alicante, Spain
- I graduated from Acupuncture Colleges Sydney in 1982 and have been in private practice since.I have also been a lecturer at said college and internationally for a number of years as well as a board member of the Australian Acupuncture and Chinese medicine Association (AACMA)including 2 terms as national president. Moved to Spain in 2001 and set up practice in Javea and Moraira (Alicante) Modalities: Acupuncture, Chinese herbs, manipulative therapy and veterinary Acupuncture. Fellow AACMA. Honorary member Acupuncture Ethics and Standards Organization. Active member World Federation of Acupuncture Societies.
2 comments:
Does it work after one treatment, or does it take more sessions? I guess it depends on the kind of headache...
hildA
Like most Acupuncture treatments,youwill need a few sessions. How many depends on the severity and chronicity of the problem.
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