Journal of Chiropractic Medicine Available online 6 March 2014 Akhbari Behnam, PhD, PT Journal Reference Abstract Objective The purpose of this case report is to describe the use of dry needling based on myofascial meridians for management of plantar fasciitis. Clinical features A 53-year-old man presented with bilateral chronic foot pain for more than 2 […]
Below is a part of an e-mail from Dr. John Amaro regarding a part of the history of chiropractic’s part of acupuncture. Dr. Yennie also taught courses for Texas DC’s: “The first acupuncture educational program I personally ever conducted in Texas was 1978 in Dallas. Since then I have presented literally scores of Certification series […]
NPR by BLAKE FARMER February 16, 201212:01 AM ET LISTEN TO STORY http://youtu.be/F0NJqMVjoKQ In a fluorescent-lit exam room, Col. Rochelle Wasserman sticks ballpoint-size pins in the ears of Sgt. Rick Remalia. Remalia broke his back, hip and pelvis during a rollover caused by a pair of rocket-propelled grenades in Afghanistan. He still walks with a […]
Ruixin Zhang, Ph.D. Anesthesiology. 2014 Feb; 120(2): 482–503. Abstract In the last decade, preclinical investigations of electroacupuncture mechanisms on persistent tissue-injury (inflammatory), nerve-injury (neuropathic), cancer, and visceral pain have increased. These studies show that electroacupuncture activates the nervous system differently in health than in pain conditions, alleviates both sensory and affective inflammatory pain, and inhibits […]
Becky McCall January 17, 2014 Full Story (may require free registration): http://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/819366 A combination of 10 Chinese medicinal herbs in a capsule, known as Tianqi, reduced progression to type 2 diabetes in people with impaired glucose tolerance (IGT) in a randomized controlled trial in China. This is the first study to show that a Chinese herbal […]
Results of a Four-arm Randomized Controlled Pilot Trial Marko Nedeljkovic, PhD Menopause. 2014;21(1):15-24. Abstract Objective: The aim of this study was to evaluate the feasibility of a clinical trial investigating the effects of acupuncture (AP) and Chinese herbal medicine (CHM) on hot flushes and quality of life in postmenopausal women. Methods: Forty postmenopausal women reporting […]
UCI study also shows novel analgesic to be nonaddictive Monday 6 January 2014 A compound derived from a traditional Chinese herbal medicine has been found effective at alleviating pain, pointing the way to a new nonaddictive analgesic for acute inflammatory and nerve pain, according to UC Irvine pharmacology researchers. Working with Chinese scientists, Olivier Civelli […]
Han-Gyul Yoo, B.S., and Wan-Hee Yoo, M.D. N Engl J Med 2013; 369:e37December 26, 2013DOI: 10.1056/NEJMicm1202540 A 65-year-old woman presented with pain in both knees. She had received a diagnosis of osteoarthritis of the knee previously and had been treated with analgesic agents and nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs. In addition, she was treated intermittently with intraarticular […]
Rehabilitation of Proximal Hamstring Tendinopathy Utilizing Eccentric Training, Lumbopelvic Stabilization, and Trigger Point Dry Needling: 2 Case Reports Authors: Dhinu J. Jayaseelan, DPT, OCS1, Nick Moats, MPT, OCS2, Christopher R. Ricardo, CSCS3 Published: Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy, 2013 Volume:44 Issue:3 Pages:198–205 DOI: 10.2519/jospt.2014.4905 Study Design Case report. Background Proximal hamstring tendinopathy is […]
Chin J Integr Med. 2013 Dec;19(12):900-4. doi: 10.1007/s11655-012-1218-4. Epub 2012 Dec 21. Bi-meng Zhang 1, Li-wei Zhong, Si-wei Xu, Hui-ru Jiang, Jian Shen PMID: 23263998 DOI: 10.1007/s11655-012-1218-4 Abstract Objective: To examine whether acupuncture treatment would improve outcome in chronic Achilles tendinopathy. Methods: A randomized, controlled trial at two centers of 64 randomized patients aged 18 […]
Danielli Miller N, et al. Acupunct Med. 2013 Dec 9. doi: 10.1136/acupmed-2013-010465. [Epub ahead of print] Abstract OBJECTIVES: The aim of this preliminary study was to compare the effectiveness of domperidone and acupuncture for the management of diabetic gastroparesis. METHODS: This was a preliminary, prospective non-randomised, unblinded case-crossover study conducted in patients with longstanding, uncontrolled […]
The effectiveness of physiotherapeutic interventions in treatment of frozen shoulder/adhesive capsulitis: A systematic review Tarang K. Jain Journal of Back and Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation Volume 27, Number 3 / 2014 Wednesday, November 27, 2013 Abstract BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE: Frozen shoulder is a common condition, yet its treatment remains challenging. In this review, the current best evidence […]
Graham N, et al. Open Orthop J. 2013 Sep 20;7:440-60. Abstract INTRODUCTION: Neck pain is common, can be disabling and is costly to society. Physical modalities are often included in neck rehabilitation programs. Interventions may include thermal, electrotherapy, ultrasound, mechanical traction, laser and acupuncture. Definitive knowledge regarding optimal modalities and dosage for neck pain management […]
The German and Israeli guidelines contain detailed recommendations for a variety of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) practices, including Tai Chi, guided imagery, acupuncture, yoga, and spa therapy.
Kerr Grieve J, Flucker S, O’Riordan J. Abstract INTRODUCTION: Complementary therapies are often sought by patients with MS despite a lack of available efficacy data. Acupuncture is one such therapy provided in Tayside through a nurse led service. We sought to evaluate its utility as a cost effective and efficacious treatment for this patient group. […]