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Acupuncture: could it become everyday practice in oncology?
Aneta Kilian-Kita1, Mirosława Puskulluoglu1, Kamil Konopka1
1Department of Clinical Oncology, University Hospital in Krakow, Krakow, Poland.
Contemporary Oncology (Poznan, Poland)
|July 1, 2016
Summary
Acupuncture, a traditional Chinese medicine, is increasingly used in oncology to manage cancer treatment side effects like pain and nausea. Evidence supports its role in improving patient well-being alongside conventional cancer care.
Area of Science:
- Integrative Oncology
- Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM)
Background:
- Acupuncture, rooted in traditional Chinese medicine, is gaining acceptance in modern oncology.
- The American Cancer Society (ACS) recommends acupuncture for managing cancer therapy side effects and cancer-related symptoms.
Purpose of the Study:
- To summarize key findings on acupuncture's efficacy in contemporary cancer care.
- To highlight evidence from randomized controlled trials (RCTs) regarding acupuncture's use in oncology.
Main Methods:
- Review of existing literature focusing on randomized controlled trials (RCTs).
- Evaluation of evidence supporting acupuncture for various cancer-related symptoms.
Main Results:
- Strong evidence supports acupuncture for cancer-induced pain and chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting.
- Ongoing research evaluates acupuncture for xerostomia, fatigue, hot flashes, anxiety, and peripheral neuropathy.
Conclusions:
- Acupuncture shows significant promise as an adjunct therapy in oncology.
- Further high-quality studies are needed to elucidate the mechanisms of action and confirm efficacy.
