In this new 8 part series we attempt to understand the science of acupuncture and how it links to western medicine. Each week we will be exploring the philosophies and concepts on which acupuncture is based, which expands into how they could be linked into the physiology of medicine. To receive updates on this series …
A review study published in May 2013 conducted by the Cochrane Group on the usefulness of acupuncture for fibromyalgia found that “Acupuncture is probably better than non-acupuncture treatment in reducing pain and stiffness and improving overall well-being and fatigue”. Fibromyalgia sufferers experience a range of symptoms including joint stiffness, sleep disturbances, fatigue and mood disorders. Together …
