Drs Martin & Sue Allbright Traditional Acupuncture
'Blending an ancient medical approach of mind and body with modern health'
This site was last updated on
17th May 2012
Acupuncture Research
Structure
Density
Rigidity
Evidence
We would like to share with you our personal view, beliefs and approach about the research that is presented on these pages.
We both value the research of modern science and the many developments that have been discovered.
We also value the depth of wisdom and knowledge of traditional and classical five element acupuncture, which integrates the many aspects of body and mind.
We acknowledge the information gained from research, and we endevaour to use it where appropriate when meeting the needs of an individual who is suffering in health.
We hope later to share more information on the five elements of acupuncture.
Treatment of Chronic Lymphoedema
Every effort has been made to ensure that the information provided in this site is accurate. It is not the intention to mislead or misinform anyone.
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This information is extracted from an original paper
(Acupuncture in Medicine September 2011 Volume 29 Issue 3)
This was a pilot study to tlook at the safety and effectiveness of acupuncture in women diagnosed with chronic lympoedema for at least 6 months and less than 5 years.
A response was defined as at least a 30% reduction in the difference in size between the affected and unaffected arms after 4 weeks of treatment.
Summary Points.
- Acupuncture is contraindicated in limbs with lymphoedema.
- However it may be useful and the evidence on safety is inconclusive
- In this pilot study, we found four responders in nine patients and no adverse effects
- Larger studies are needed.
Acupuncture treatment twice a week for four consecutive weeks. X 15, X 4, VI 14, CV 12, CV 3, IX 5, XII 6, XI 36.
