Does Acupuncture Improve Quality of Life for Patients with Pain Associated with the Spine? A Systematic Review

This paper aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of acupuncture for qualities of life (QoL) in patients suffering from pain associated with the spine (PAWS). Acupuncture has been shown to reduce pain severity, but its effect on QoL is unknown. PubMed, CINAHL, and Cochrane Central Register of Controlle...

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Main Authors: Shao-chen Lu, Zhen Zheng, Charlie Changli Xue
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Hindawi Limited 2011-01-01
Series:Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2011/301767