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Needling Therapy for Burn Injury and Related Complications: A Scoping Review of Experimental and Clinical Studies

International Wound Journal, Volume 23, Issue 2, February 2026.
ABSTRACT Needling therapy may be a novel alternative therapeutic intervention for burn injuries and related complications. This scoping review aimed to comprehensively evaluate the evidence status of needling therapy for burns and their complications. Studies on needling therapy for burns and related complications were retrieved from inception to 1st ...
Sung‐A Kim, Jung Won Kang, Tae‐Hun Kim   +2 more
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Comparing the effect of auricular acupressure and body acupressure on pain and duration of the first stage of labor: study protocol for a randomized controlled trial

Trials, 2019
Background Labor pain is one of the leading causes of fear of childbirth. Acupressure is a non-pharmacological pain relief method that has shown promising results in relieving this pain.
Zainab Alimoradi, Farideh Kazemi, Mahboubeh Valiani, Maryam Gorji   +3 more
doaj   +1 more source

Comparative effectiveness of non‐pharmacological therapies of traditional Chinese medicine on overall cognitive function in elderly with mild cognitive impairment: a systematic evaluation and network meta‐analysis

Alzheimer's &Dementia, Volume 21, Issue S4, December 2025.
Abstract Background Cognitive, exercise and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) non‐pharmacological therapies can be effective in patients with mild cognitive impairment(MCI). However, because of lack of resources, TCM non‐pharmacological therapies are being used more frequently worldwide.
Tingting YIN
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Auricular acupressure as a complementary therapy for psoriasis vulgaris: study protocol for a multicenter randomized controlled trial

Trials, 2019
Introduction Psoriasis vulgaris is a common skin disease characterized by persistent localized erythematous scaly plaques, typically on the elbows, knees, and scalp. It is an immune-abnormal disease that progresses slowly over a long period with frequent
Jingwen Deng, Chuanjian Lu, Yu Xiang, Hao Deng, Zehuai Wen, Danni Yao, Meiling Xuan, Yuhong Yan   +7 more
doaj   +1 more source

Acupuncture for Patients With Major Depressive Disorder: An Evidence Map of Randomized Controlled Trials, Systematic Reviews, and Clinical Guidelines

Brain and Behavior, Volume 15, Issue 12, December 2025.
Acupuncture, particularly when combined with antidepressants, may reduce depressive symptom severity and improve comorbid anxiety and sleep disturbances in major depressive disorder. Most studies remain small and methodologically limited, underscoring the need for large, high‐quality multicenter trials.
Han Tang, Yi Gou, Xiao‐yi Hu, Zhen Luo, Wei‐juan Gang, Hong Zhao   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

The role of acupoint stimulation as an adjunct therapy for lung cancer: A systematic review and meta-analysis [PDF]

, 2013
Background: Lung cancer is the leading cause of death in cancer patients. Clinical studies showed that a variety of acupoint stimulations have been extensively used for lung cancer patients, including needle insertion, injection with herbal extraction ...
Chen, Hai-Yong, Cho, Williamchi, Li, Shiguang, Zhang, Zhang Jin   +3 more
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Acupuncture in Uterine Fibroids Management: Literature Update on Frequently Used Acupoints and the Underlying Mechanism—A Narrative Review

Health Science Reports, Volume 8, Issue 12, December 2025.
ABSTRACT Background and Aims Uterine fibroids are noncancerous growths of myometrium cells. Seeking for advantageous methods to alleviate their debilitating symptoms is of extreme importance. Acupuncture with global reach could be a beneficial treatment method for uterine fibroids.
Elham Hooshyarazar, Hoda Azizi, Parvaneh Layegh, Maliheh Dadgarmoghaddam, Amir Hooman Kazemi, Seyed Kazem Farahmand, Leili Hafizi   +6 more
wiley   +1 more source

Effect of Auricular Acupressure on Acute Nausea and Vomiting Induced by Chemotherapy among Breast Cancer Patients

حیات, 2015
  Background & Aim: Approximately 75% of patients with cancer experience acute nausea and vomiting (24 hours after chemotherapy). The aim of this study was to determine the effect of auricular acupressure in relieving acute nausea and vomiting among
Mohammad Eghbali, Shokoh Varaei, Seyedeh Fatemeh Jalalinia, Mozhgan Aalam Samimi, Kiarash Sa’atchi, Mir Saeed Yekaninejad   +5 more
doaj   +2 more sources

Ear acupressure for smoking cessation: a randomised controlled trial [PDF]

, 2013
This study investigated the efficacy and safety of ear acupressure (EAP) as a stand-alone intervention for smoking cessation and the feasibility of this study design.
Da Costa, C, Di, Y, May, B, Worsnop, C, Xue, C, Zhang, A   +5 more
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Liver Cirrhosis and Sleep Disorders

Portal Hypertension &Cirrhosis, Volume 4, Issue 4, Page 265-272, December 2025.
Sleep disorders represent a prevalent yet inadequately addressed clinical issue in patients with cirrhosis, with a current lack of unified standardized management protocols. This review systematically summarizes the latest research studies in cirrhosis‐associated sleep disorders, encompassing their pathophysiological mechanisms, clinical assessment ...
Jiawen Feng, Wei Zhang, Qing Ye
wiley   +1 more source