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A Mechanical Construction to Enhance the Stability and Safety of Lifting and Thrusting Manipulation of Acupuncture
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Acupuncture.

Tony Y Chon1, Mark C Lee

  • 1Division of General Internal Medicine, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN.

Mayo Clinic Proceedings
|October 2, 2013
PubMed
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Acupuncture is increasingly popular in the US, with millions using it annually. This article addresses common questions about acupuncture

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Area of Science:

  • Integrative and Complementary Medicine
  • Evidence-Based Practice

Background:

  • Acupuncture is a globally recognized medical practice gaining significant traction in the United States.
  • Its acceptance is growing within complementary and integrative medicine due to mounting clinical evidence.
  • Millions of US adults and children utilize acupuncture, with notable increases in adult usage between 2002 and 2007.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To address the growing need for patient and clinician information regarding acupuncture.
  • To provide answers to frequently asked questions about acupuncture's use, safety, and efficacy.
  • To equip clinicians with sufficient knowledge to discuss acupuncture confidently with patients.

Main Methods:

  • This article synthesizes information to answer frequently asked questions.

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A Mechanical Construction to Enhance the Stability and Safety of Lifting and Thrusting Manipulation of Acupuncture
07:29

A Mechanical Construction to Enhance the Stability and Safety of Lifting and Thrusting Manipulation of Acupuncture

Published on: January 10, 2025

  • It relies on data from sources like the National Health Interview Survey.
  • The content is designed for clarity and accessibility for both patients and healthcare providers.

    • Main Results:

    • Acupuncture use in the US has seen a substantial rise, with millions of individuals seeking treatment.
    • Patient demand for information from clinicians about acupuncture is high.
    • Clinicians often feel inadequately informed to discuss acupuncture, highlighting a knowledge gap.

    Conclusions:

    • Acupuncture is a well-established and increasingly utilized treatment modality.
    • There is a clear need for accessible, reliable information on acupuncture for both the public and medical professionals.
    • This article serves as a resource to bridge the information gap concerning acupuncture's clinical application.