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Therapeutic effects of different acupuncture methods on chronic nonspecific low back pain: A network meta-analysis

Journal of Orthopaedic Surgery and Research
Background Low back pain has become a globally challenging health problem, and about 90% of cases are nonspecific. Due to the risks associated with opioid use and the limited effectiveness of drug treatment, acupuncture and other non-drug methods have ...
Kaixuan Zhang, Xingxing Lin, Ziwei Liu, Yu Fu, Leichao Wang, Danning Zhang, Qiang Zhang, Feng Zhang, Xinle Wang, Baoqiang Dong   +9 more
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Using MicroPET Imaging in Quantitative Verification of Acupuncture Effect in Ischemia Stroke Treatment [PDF]

, 2010
While acupuncture has survived several thousand years’ evolution of medical practice, its function still remains as a myth from the view point of modern medicine.
Xiaoyan Shen, Jia Li, Ting Xiang, Weichuan Yu, Hongtu Tang, Huafeng Liu   +5 more
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Multi‐Omics Profiling Reveals Immunomodulatory and Pro‐Regenerative Effects of a Graphene Oxide–Collagen Scaffold in Massive Rotator Cuff Tears

Advanced Science, Volume 13, Issue 44, 7 August 2026.
A graphene oxide/collagen scaffold is developed for chronic massive rotator cuff tear repair. The scaffold improves compressive stability, supports reparative mesenchymal differentiation, and modulates the immune microenvironment. In chronic MRCT models, it reduces muscle degeneration, enhances tendon–bone regeneration, and improves functional recovery,
Renwen Wan, Yechuan Deng, Zixin Hu, Yanwei He, Xinting Feng, Jun Ma, Yisheng Chen, Zhijie Zhao, Jie Mei, Zhiheng Lin, Wei Luo, Zhengyuan Fang, Zhufeng Hu, Kunlun Feng, Xinrong Li, Dan Wu, Bowen Han, James Hoi po Hui, Xuanyong Liu, Chen Chen, Gang Chen, Shiyi Chen, Nirong Bao, Jiajun Qiu, Zhiwen Luo   +24 more
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Prevalence of Chronic Pain and Associated Factors Among Nursing Students in Heilongjiang Province, China: A Cross‐Sectional Study

Nursing Open, Volume 13, Issue 8, August 2026.
ABSTRACT Aim This study explored the prevalence and potential factors influencing chronic pain and provided increased theoretical and practical support for future studies on nursing students from a novel perspective. Design This study applied a cross‐sectional study design.
Siqi Liu, Yujin Xie, Zhengxi Chen, Xiwei Chen, Lei Cao, Yue Qin, Mei Yin, Yang Fu, Lei Shi   +8 more
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Acupuncture for Chronic Pain: Update of an Individual Patient Data Meta-Analysis [PDF]

, 2018
Despite wide use in clinical practice, acupuncture remains a controversial treatment for chronic pain. Our objective was to update an individual patient data meta-analysis to determine the effect size of acupuncture for four chronic pain conditions.We ...

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Advancing Health Equity for Men From Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Backgrounds: Outcomes From a Culturally Adapted Community Wellbeing Program

Health Promotion Journal of Australia, Volume 37, Issue 3, July 2026.
ABSTRACT Introduction Culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) communities are recognised as a priority population within Australia's preventive health strategies. Community‐based wellbeing programs can enhance mental and physical health, but culturally tailored approaches are essential for engaging CALD populations and reducing health inequities ...
Michelle C. Attard, Camilla L. Brockett
wiley   +1 more source

‘Forging a conviction’ – participants’ experiences of a western acupuncture randomised controlled trial

, 2009
Research into acupuncture has shown that individuals continue to reportfavourable clinical effects despite the lack of systematic evidence supporting apoint specific therapeutic effect for real acupuncture treatment.
Hill, Clare Marie
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The effects of needle and warm needle on hemodynamic responses at different acupoints in patients with knee osteoarthritis

Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology
BackgroundAcupuncture, as a non-pharmacological alternative therapy, has been widely used in China for the clinical treatment of knee osteoarthritis (KOA).
Ahui Ni, Qianqian Chen, Jiayi Huang, Caiyu Liu, Jiayi Zhu, Yating Yu, Xiaoling Wang, Yih-Kuen Jan   +7 more
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Clinical Study on Combining Traditional Chinese Medicine With Acupuncture for Treating Insomnia Accompanied by Anxiety

Brain and Behavior, Volume 16, Issue 6, June 2026.
In treating Qi stagnation type insomnia, the combination of traditional Chinese medicine and acupuncture can improve sleep quality, alleviate anxiety and depression, and improve physical fitness. Compared to using traditional Chinese medicine decoction alone for treatment, the combination of traditional Chinese medicine decoction and acupuncture has ...
Xue‐Wen Mao, Peng Bai
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Postoperative Acupuncture is as Effective as Preoperative Acupuncture or Meloxicam in Dogs Undergoing Ovariohysterectomy: a Blind Randomized Study

, 2022
Background: Acupuncture has the same analgesic effect as non-steroidal antiinflammatory drugs and opioids. It is challenging to perform preoperative acupuncture in unmanageable animals, while the residual postoperative anesthetic effect facilitates the ...
Reginato, Juliana Cristianini, Luna, Stelio Pacca Loureiro [UNESP], Ferro, Ana Carla Zago Basilio [UNESP], Cannolas, Caroline   +3 more
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