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[Acupuncture: basics, practice, and evidence].

W Stör1, D Irnich

  • 1Icking, Klinikum der Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität, Campus Innenstadt, München. stoer@daegfa.de

Schmerz (Berlin, Germany)
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Acupuncture, a traditional Chinese medicine, is increasingly used in Western medicine for pain and nausea relief. While scientific evidence supports its use, especially in anesthesia, further research is needed on optimal application and indications.

Area of Science:

  • Integrative Medicine
  • Traditional Chinese Medicine
  • Evidence-Based Practice

Context:

  • Acupuncture, originating from Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), has gained significant traction in Western healthcare over the past 30 years.
  • German health insurance covers acupuncture for chronic low back pain and knee osteoarthritis, with approximately 30,000 physicians utilizing the therapy.
  • A substantial body of scientific literature validates the physiological and clinical effects of acupuncture.

Purpose:

  • To provide a comprehensive overview of acupuncture, encompassing its historical, theoretical, practical, and scientific dimensions.
  • To specifically examine the role and efficacy of acupuncture as a supportive treatment in anesthesia.
  • To highlight key areas requiring further investigation, including conceptual specificity, indications, and optimal dosage.

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Summary:

  • This review synthesizes the historical development, theoretical underpinnings, practical applications, and scientific evidence supporting acupuncture.
  • Focuses on acupuncture's supportive role in anesthesia for managing postoperative pain, anxiety, and nausea/vomiting, citing promising randomized trial results.
  • Acknowledges existing research while identifying critical areas for future study, such as treatment specificity and dosage.

Impact:

  • Highlights the growing integration of acupuncture into Western medical practices, supported by scientific literature.
  • Demonstrates the clinical relevance of acupuncture, particularly in anesthesia, with potential benefits for patient recovery.
  • Underscores the need for continued research to refine acupuncture's application and optimize therapeutic outcomes.