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Acupuncture-ameliorated menopausal symptoms: single-blind, placebo-controlled, randomized trial
A Castelo Branco de Luca1, A Maggio da Fonseca, C M Carvalho Lopes
1Obstetrics and Gynecology, Medical School of University of São Paulo, Rua Sena Madureira 245, São Paulo, Brazil.
Summary
Acupuncture may effectively reduce hot flushes and Kupperman Menopausal Index (KMI) scores in postmenopausal women. This study evaluated acupuncture versus sham treatments for menopausal symptom relief.
Area of Science:
- Integrative Medicine
- Women's Health
- Traditional Chinese Medicine
Background:
- Menopausal symptoms, including hot flushes, significantly impact women's quality of life.
- The Kupperman Menopausal Index (KMI) is a standard tool for assessing menopausal symptom severity.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the efficacy of acupuncture in alleviating menopausal symptoms.
- To compare the effects of acupuncture and sham-acupuncture on hot flush intensity and KMI scores.
Main Methods:
- A randomized, single-blind, placebo-controlled, cross-over trial involving 81 postmenopausal women.
- Participants received either acupuncture or sham-acupuncture for defined periods, with KMI and hot flush intensity as primary outcomes.
- Statistical analysis employed variance methods for two factors and repeated measures.
Main Results:
- Acupuncture treatment led to significant reductions in KMI scores and hot flushes compared to sham-acupuncture at 6 and 18 months.
- Symptom improvements were observed in both treatment groups, with crossover effects noted.
Conclusions:
- Acupuncture demonstrates potential as an effective treatment for reducing hot flushes and improving KMI scores in postmenopausal women.
- Further research may elucidate optimal acupuncture protocols for menopausal symptom management.
