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February 2005

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February 2005 New Citations = 195

Acupuncture for children: some evidence that it can work. Child Health Alert 2004, Vol. 221 PubMed Citation

Abstract of "Two hundred cases of insomnia treated by otopoint pressure plus acupuncture" (Shen,P.). J Chin Med 2005, Vol. 7763-63

Abstract of "Two hundred and fifty-eight cases of hemoptysis treated by injection of vitamin K3 into Chize point" (Zhang,L., et al). J Chin Med 2005, Vol. 77 p.62-63

Abstract of "Clinical study on Electro-acupuncture treatment for 30 cases of mental depression" ( Han,C., et al). J Chin Med 2005, Vol. 77 p.64-64

Abstract of "One hundred and six cases of chronic gastritis treated by acupuncture" (Ma,D., et al). J Chin Med 2005, Vol. 77 p.63-64

Abstract of "Auricular-plaster therapy for treatment of IBS" (Au,X., et al). J Chin Med 2005, Vol. 77 p.62-62

Acupuncture effective for osteoarthritis of the knee. J Fam Pract 2005, Vol. 54(3) p.200 PubMed Abstract

Abstract of "Clinical observation on acupuncture treatment in 35 cases of diabetic gastroparesis" (Wang,L.). J Chin Med 2005, Vol. 77 p.62-62

I've booked a cruise, but I'm afraid I might become seasick. Can the acupressure wristbands I've seen at the pharmacy help? Johns.Hopkins.Med Lett Health After.50. 2005, Vol. 17(1) p.8 PubMed Citation

Abstract of "The needling technique and clinnical application of point Zhibian" (Zhang,Y.). J Chin Med 2005, Vol. 77

Abstract of "Acupuncture treatment for 87 cases of facial paralysis" (Yu,X., et al). J Chin Med 2005, Vol. 77 p.66-67

Abstract of "Treatment of primary hypotension by electroacupuncture at Neiguan and Gongsun--a report of 100 cases" (Yin,S.,et al). J Chin Med 2005, Vol. 77 p.66-66

Acupuncture Shows Promise in Treating Osteoarthritis of the Knee. Acupuncture Today 2005, Vol. 6(2) Full text free online

Abstract of "Effects of acupuncture on hemorheology, blood lipid content and nail fold microcirculation in multiple infarct dementia patients" (Liu,Q.). J Chin Med 2005, Vol. 77

Abstract of "Dr. Shi Yanqing's experience in acupuncture treatment of paralysis agitans" (Shi,X.). J Chin Med 2005, Vol. 77 p. 65

Abstract of "Clinical analysis for the acupuncture treatment in 42 cases of gouty renal damage" (Ma,X.). J Chin Med 2005, Vol. 77 p. 65-65

Abstract of "Combined use of acupuncture and pharmacotherapy for treatment of auditory hallucination" (Wu,y., et al). J Chin Med 2005, Vol. 77 p.64-65

Abstract of "Fifty cases of external humeral epicondylitis treated by moxibustion and point-injection" (Song,L.). J Chin Med 2005, Vol. 77 p. 65

Abstract of "Mind-refreshing acupuncture therapy for facial spasm, trigeminal neuralgia and stubborn facial paralysis" (Liu,Z. et al). J Chin Med 2005, Vol. 77 p. 65

Japan, China, South Korea Work Together to Standardize Acupuncture Points. Acupuncture Today 2005, Vol. 6(3) Full text free online

Useful treatments for fibromyalgia syndrome. J Fam Pract 2005, Vol. 54(2) p.105 PubMed Abstract

Acupuncture helpful for knee pain. Health News 2005, Vol. 11(2) p.5 PubMed Citation

California Acupuncture Board Responds to Little Hoover Commission's Findings. Acupuncture Today 2005, Vol. 6(1). Full text free online

Acupuncture: does it work? The science about this ancient practice is still inconclusive, but.. Health News 2005, Vol. 11(1) p.12 PubMed Citation

Extracorporeal shock wave treatment for chronic tendinitis of the elbow (lateral epicondylitis). Technol.Eval.Cent.Asses.Program.Exec.Summ. 2005, Vol. 19(16) p.1-3 PubMed Citation

Chinese Auricular Acupuncture (Book). Abbate, S.; 2003, 1-240 Publisher's abstract online

Injections of Botulinum Toxin Type A Produce Pain Alleviation in Intractable Trigeminal Neuralgia. Allam, N., Brasil-Neto, J. P., Brown, G., and Tomaz, C.; Clin J Pain 2005, Vol. 21(2) p.182-184 PubMed Abstract

Acupuncture in Veterinary Medicine. Amaro, J. A.; Acupuncture Today 2005, Vol. 6(1) Full text free online

AOM Profession Publishes Model Code of Ethics. Bailey, A. and Morris, W.; Acupuncture Today 2005, Vol. 6(1) Full text free online

Is acupuncture analgesia an expectancy effect?: preliminary evidence based on participants' perceived assignments in two placebo-controlled trials. Bausell, R. B., Lao, L., Bergman, S., Lee, W. L., and Berman, B. M.; Eval.Health Prof. 2005, Vol. 28(1) p.9-26 PubMed Abstract

Acupuncture treatment according the six conformations of the Shanghan Lun. Bekooy, S. and Versluys, A.; J Chin Med 2005, Vol. 77(17) p.26 Abstract online

A spell in the epilepsy clinic and a history of "chronic pain" or "fibromyalgia" independently predict a diagnosis of psychogenic seizures. Benbadis, S. R.; Epilepsy Behav. 2005, Vol. 6(2) p.264-265 PubMed Abstract

Co-morbidity and physician use in fibromyalgia. Bernatsky, S., Dobkin, P., De Civita, M., and Penrod, J.; Swiss.Med Wkly. 2-5-2005, Vol. 135(5-6) p.76-81 PubMed Abstract

Post natal acupuncture. Betts, D.; J Chin Med 2005, Vol. 77(5) p.16 Full text free online

alpha1-Antitrypsin and fibromyalgia: new data in favour of the inflammatory hypothesis of fibromyalgia. Blanco, L. E., de Serres, F. J., Fernandez-Bustillo, E., Kassam, D. A., Arbesu, D., Rodriguez, C., and Torre, J. C.; Med Hypotheses 2005, Vol. 64(4) p.759-769 PubMed Abstract

Posttraumatic stress disorder and physical illness: results from clinical and epidemiologic studies. Boscarino, J. A.; Ann N Y.Acad Sci 2004, Vol. 1032141-153 PubMed Abstract

Psychiatric comorbidity in fibromyalgia. Bradley, L. A.; Curr.Pain Headache Rep. 2005, Vol. 9(2) p.79-86 PubMed Abstract

Urinary urgency and frequency: what should a clinician do? Brubaker, L.; Obstet.Gynecol. 2005, Vol. 105(3) p.661-667 PubMed Abstract

A comparative study of Traditional Chinese Medicine use in the U.S. and China. Burke, A., Herder, S., Brunken, B., and et al; J Altern Complement Med 2004, Vol. 10(6) p.1141-1141

Characteristics of acupuncturists who serve patients dissatisfied with Western medicine. Burke, A. and Kuo, T.; J Altern Complement Med 2004, Vol. 10(6) p.1143-1143

Effect of electroacupuncture on bronchial asthma induced by ovalbumin in rats. Carneiro, E. R., Carneiro, C. R., De Castro, M. A., Yamamura, Y., and Flor, Silveira, V; J Altern Complement Med 2005, Vol. 11(1) p.127-134 PubMed Abstract

[Difference in Time of Bowel Sounds and Passing of Gas in Abdominal Hysterectomy Patients having San-Yin-Jia (SP-6) Acupressure.] (in Korean). Chang, S. B., Kim, Y. R., Yoon, M. H., Shim, J. U., Ko, E. H., and Kim, M. O.; Taehan Kanho.Hakhoe.Chi 2004, Vol. 34(7) p.1164-1171 PubMed Abstract

Involvement of ionotropic glutamate receptors in low frequency electroacupuncture analgesia in rats. Choi, B. T., Lee, J. H., Wan, Y., and Han, J. S.; Neurosci.Lett. 4-4-2005, Vol. 377(3) p.185-188 PubMed Abstract

[Legendary Hwa Tuo's surgery under general anesthesia in the second century China] (in Chinese). Chu, N. S.; Acta Neurol Taiwan. 2004, Vol. 13(4) p.211-216 PubMed Abstract

Acupuncture as an adjunct to medical management of chronic daily headache: a randomized clinical trial. Coeytaux, R. R., Kaufman, J., Chen, W., Kaptchuk, T., and Mann, J. D.; J Altern Complement Med 2004, Vol. 10(6) p.1138-1138

Policies pertaining to complementary and alternative medical therapies in a random sample of 39 academic health centers. Cohen, M. H., Sandler, L., Hrbek, A., Davis, R. B., and Eisenberg, D. M.; Altern Ther Health Med 2005, Vol. 11(1) p.36-40 PubMed Abstract

Physiologic response to needling: enigmatic issues in acupuncture research design, a case study. Colbert, A. P., Yohalem, B., Yohalem-Ilsley, B., and et al; J Altern Complement Med 2004,, Vol. 10(6) p.1141-1141

Abstract of "Treating dyspepsia with acupuncture and homeopathy: reflections on a pilot study by researchers, practitioners and participants" (Paterson,C., et al). CRD; DARE, The Cochrane Library 2004, Vol. 2004 Abstract online

Electro-acupuncture relieves chronic visceral hyperalgesia in rats. Cui, K. M., Li, W. M., Gao, X., Chung, K., Chung, J. M., and Wu, G. C.; Neurosci.Lett. 3-7-2005, Vol. 376(1) p.20-23 PubMed Abstract

Latent myofascial trigger points affect muscle activation patterns in the shoulder girdle (n=42). Cummings, M.; Acupunct Med 2004, Vol. 22(3) p.162-163

Acupuncture for PONV in gynaecological or breast surgery (n=220). Cummings, M.; Acupunct Med 2004, Vol. 22(3) p.160-160

Longterm specific effect of acupuncture on chronic neck pain (n=24). Cummings, M.; Acupunct Med 2004, Vol. 22(3) p.161-162

Acupuncture is effective for chronice LBP in older patients (n=55). Cummings, M.; Acupunct Med 2004, Vol. 22(3) p.161-161

Regulating the heart with acupuncture during the rehabilitation stage of wind stroke. Deng, B., Zhou, E., Li, Y., and et al; J Chin Med 2005, Vol. 77(39) p.42 Abstract online

Serum growth hormone and insulin but not insulin-like growth factor-1 levels are elevated in patients with fibromyalgia syndrome. Denko, C. W. and Malemud, C. J.; Rheumatol Int 2005, Vol. 25(2) p.146-151 PubMed Abstract

Report: Insurance Coverage for Acupuncture on the Rise. Devitt, M.; Acupuncture Today 2005, Vol. 6(1) Full text free online

Changes of expression of glial cell line-derived neurotrophic factor and its receptor in dorsal root ganglions and spinal dorsal horn during electroacupuncture treatment in neuropathic pain rats. DONG, Z. Q., MA, F., Xie, H., Wang, Y. Q., and Wu, G. C.; Neurosci.Lett. 3-11-2005, Vol. 376(2) p.143-148 PubMed Abstract (ENG) online

Acupuncture: An Anatomical Approach.(book) Dung, H., Clogston, C. P., and Dunn, J. W.; 2004, 1-200 Publisher's abstract online

Acupuncture for postoperative pain: a systematic review. Eaton, K., Lao, L., White, A., and et al; J Altern Complement Med 2004, Vol. 10(6) p.1143-1143

An internal standard for verifying the accuracy of serious adverse event reporting: the example of an acupuncture study of 190,924 patients. Endres, H. G., Molsberger, A., Lungenhausen, M., and Trampisch, H. J.; Eur J Med Res 12-22-2004, Vol. 9(12) p.545-551 PubMed Abstract online

CAM research in Britain: the last 10 years. Ernst, E., Schmidt, K., and Wider, B.; Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practice 2005, Vol. 11(1) p.17-20 Full text free online

The application of acupuncture and moxibustion in the Jin Gui Yao Lue (synopsis of prescriptions of the Golden Chamber). Fan, Q. and Jue, Z.; J Chin Med 2005, Vol. 77(32) p.34 Abstract online

Acupuncture treatment of whiplash injury. Fattori, B., Ursino, F., Cingolani, C., Bruschini, L., Dallan, I., and Nacci, A.; Int Tinnitus.J 2004, Vol. 10(2) p.156-160 PubMed Abstract

Acupuncture for Shortness of Breath in Cancer Patients. Feinstein, M.; 2004,

Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS) & Warm Needle Moxibustion. Flaws, B.; Blue Poppy Press 2005, Vol. 2005(January) Full text online

Analysis of Patterns in Obstructive Sleep Apnea Hypopnea Syndrome (OSAHS). Flaws, B.; Blue Poppy Press 2005, Vol. 2005(January) Full text online

Recurrent Respiratory Tract Infections in Children. Flaws, B.; Blue Poppy Press 2005, Vol. 2005(January). Full text online

Effect of moxibustion at acupoints Ren-12 (Zhongwan), St-25 (Tianshu), and St-36 (Zuzanli) in the prevention of gastric lesions induced by indomethacin in Wistar rats. Freire, A. O., Sugai, G. C., Blanco, M. M., Tabosa, A., Yamamura, Y., and Mello, L. E.; Dig Dis Sci 2005, Vol. 50(2) p.366-374 PubMed Abstract

Dysmenorrhea. French, L.; Am Fam.Physician 1-15-2005, Vol. 71(2) p.285-291 PubMed Abstract

Acupuncture for low-back pain: an updated Cochrane systematic review. Furlan, A., van Tulder, M., Cherkin, D., Tsukayama, H., Lao, L., Koes, B., and Berman, B. M.; J Altern Complement Med 2004, Vol. 10(6) p.1144-1144

Electro-acupuncture versus conventional analgesia: a comparison of pain levels during oocyte aspiration and patients' experiences of well-being after surgery. Gejervall, A. L., Stener-Victorin, E., Moller, A., Janson, P. O., Werner, C., and Bergh, C.; Hum Reprod 2005, Vol. 20(3) p.728-735 PubMed Abstract

Treating Childhood Eczema With Acupuncture and Chinese Herbs. Glick, S.; Acupuncture Today 2005, Vol. 6(3). Full text free online

Modulation of the gene expression in the protective effects of electroacupuncture against cerebral ischemia: a cDNA microarray study. Guo, J. C., Gao, H. M., Chen, J., and et al; Acupunct Electrother Res 2004, Vol. 29(3-4) p.173-186

CAM Modalities Can Stimulate Advances in Theoretical Biology. Hankey, A.; Evid.Based Complement Alternat.Med 3-1-2005, Vol. 2(1) p.5-12 Abstract online

Prevalence of rheumatic diseases and associated outcomes in rural and urban communities in Bangladesh: a COPCORD study. Haq, S. A., Darmawan, J., Islam, M. N., Uddin, M. Z., Das, B. B., Rahman, F., Chowdhury, M. A., Alam, M. N., Mahmud, T. A., Chowdhury, M. R., and Tahir, M.; J Rheumatol 2005, Vol. 32(2) p.348-353 PubMed Abstract

The effects of electrostimulation on parotid saliva flow: A pilot study. Hargitai, I. A., Sherman, R. G., and Strother, J. M.; Oral Surg Oral Med Oral Pathol Oral Radiol Endod 2005, Vol. 99(3) p.316-320 PubMed Abstract

The treatment of fibromyalgia with formula acupuncture: effects of needle placement, needle stimulation, and treatment frequency. Harris, R. E., Tian, X., Williams, D. A., and et al; J Altern Complement Med 2004, Vol. 10(6) p.1140-1140

[Fibromyalgia in the Legal Procedures of the German Sozialgericht - Psychosocial Risk Factors and Predictors of Health Care Utilization.] (in German). Hauser, W.; Psychother.Psychosom.Med Psychol. 2005, Vol. 55(2) p.72-78 PubMed Abstract (ENG) online

Acupuncture diagnosis and treatment of DSM-IV posttraumatic stress disorder. Hollifield, M. A., Sinclair-Lian, N., Warner, T., and et al; J Altern Complement Med 2004, Vol. 10(6) p.1136-1137

Acupuncture in Physiotherapy - Key Concepts and Evidence-Based Practice (Book). Hopwood, V.; 2004, 1-140 Publisher's abstract online

Does acupuncture help stroke patients become more independent? Hopwood, V. and Lewith, G. T.; J Altern Complement Med 2005, Vol. 11(1) p.175-177 PubMed Abstract

[Pain sites in the sternocleidomastoid muscle trigger points and the gender-related factors.] (in Chinese). HUANG, Y. Q., Gao, Y. P., Xu, H. T., Cao, Q. Y., Yuan, L., and Li, Y. K.; Di Yi Jun Yi Da.Xue Xue Bao 2005, Vol. 25(1) p.111-113 PubMed Abstract

Correlates of hemodynamic and psychophysical response in acupuncture by fMRI. Hui, K. K., Marina, O., Liu, J., Napadow, V., and Kwong, K. K.; J Altern Complement Med 2004, Vol. 10(6) p.1143-1144

Management of fibromyalgia syndrome (letter). Jenkins, A. L., III; JAMA 2-16-2005, Vol. 293(7) p.796-797 PubMed Citation

Quantitative real-time ultrasound imaging of acupoints during stimulation. Jones, J. P., Bae, Y. K., and Wilson, L.; J Altern Complement Med 2004, Vol. 10(6) p.1139-1139

Widespread pain in fibromyalgia is related to a deficit of endogenous pain inhibition. Julien, N., Goffaux, P., Arsenault, P., and Marchand, S.; Pain 2005, Vol. 114(1-2) p.295-302 PubMed Abstract

[Effects of SP-6 Acupressure on Dysmenorrhea, Skin Temperature of CV2 Acupoint and Temperature, in the College Students.] (in Korean). Jun, E. M.; Taehan Kanho.Hakhoe.Chi 2004, Vol. 34(7) p.1343-1350 PubMed Abstract (ENG) online

Arthrographic distension of the shoulder joint in the management of frozen shoulder. Khan, A. A., Mowla, A., Shakoor, M. A., and Rahman, M. R.; Mymensingh.Med J 2005, Vol. 14(1) p.67-70 PubMed Abstract online

Intraoperative stimulation of the P6 point controls postoperative nausea and vomiting following laparoscopic surgery (letter). Khan, R. M., Maroof, M., Hakim, S., Jain, D., and Ashraf, M.; Can J Anaesth 2004, Vol. 51(7) p.740-741 PubMed Citation

[King Injo's disease and burnt needle therapy] (in Korean). Kim, I. S.; Uisahak. 2004, Vol. 13(2) p.198-218 PubMed Abstract( ENG) online

An examination of the relationship between five Oriental music tones and corresponding internal organs and meridians. Kim, Y. C., Jeong, D. M., and Lee, M. S.; Acupunct Electrother Res 2004, Vol. 29(3-4) p.227-233

Registering the response of tissues exposed to interferential electric current stimulation. Kinnunen, M. and Alasaarela, E.; Acupunct Electrother Res 2004, Vol. 29(3-4) p.213-226

Electrical impedance along connective tissue planes: evaluation of a possbile anatomical correlate for acupuncture meridians. Langevin, H. M., Ahn, A., Wu, J., Amos, Z., and Hammerschlag, R.; J Altern Complement Med 2004, Vol. 10(6) p.1135-1136

Mechanisms of electroacupuncture anti-hyperalgesia in perpiheral inflammation: opioid receptor involvement. Lao, L., Zhang, R. X., Wang, L., and et al; J Altern Complement Med 2004,, Vol. 10(6) p.1135-1135

Review of "Chinese Auricular Acupuncture" (Abbate,S.). Lavitan, S.; Acupuncture Today 2005, Vol. 6(2) Full text free online

Review of "Acupuncture: An Anatomical Approach" (Dung,H., et al). Lavitan, S.; Acupuncture Today 2005, Vol. 6(1) Full text free online

Optimal stimulation frequency of transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation on people with knee osteoarthritis. Law, P. P. and Cheing, G. L.; J Rehabil Med 2004, Vol. 36(5) p.220-225 PubMed Abstract

Preparation, premedication, and surveillance. Lazzaroni, M. and Porro, G. B.; Endoscopy 2005, Vol. 37(2) p.101-109 PubMed Abstract

An Overview of Bee Venom Acupuncture in the Treatment of Arthritis. Lee, J. D., Park, H. J., Chae, Y., and Lim, S.; Evid.Based Complement Alternat.Med 2005, Vol. 2(1) p.79-84 Full text free online

The effectiveness of multidisciplinary rehabilitation in the treatment of fibromyalgia: a randomized controlled trial. Lemstra, M. and Olszynski, W. P.; Clin J Pain 2005, Vol. 21(2) p.166-174 PubMed Abstract

Facial paralysis treatment by Chinese medicine. Li, Z.; J Chin Med 2005, Vol. 77(57) p.60 Abstract online

Validity and reliability testing of the Quality of Life Scale, Swedish version in women with fibromyalgia - statistical analyses. Liedberg, G. M., Burckhardt, C. S., and Henriksson, C. M.; Scand J Caring.Sci 2005, Vol. 19(1) p.64-70 PubMed Abstract

Comparison of bioenergy and physiological markers in qigong and acupuncture research. Lin, S., Chevalier, G., Ross, T., and et al; J Altern Complement Med 2004,, Vol. 10(6) p.1135-1135

Acupuncture effect on neuropathic pain in rats. Lin, Y. C., Ly, H., Zurowski, M., and et al; J Altern Complement Med 2004,, Vol. 10(6) p.1144-1145

Role of the needling per se in acupuncture as prophylaxis for menstrually related migraine: a randomized placebo-controlled study. Linde, M., Fjell, A., Carlsson, J., and Dahlof, C.; Cephalalgia 2005, Vol. 25(1) p.41-47 PubMed Abstract

How Does Moxibustion Work Scientifically? Lo, Y.; Acupuncture Today 2005, Vol. 6(2) Full text free online

Managing acute withdrawal syndrome on patients with heroin and morphine addiction by acupuncture therapy. Lu, P. K., Lu, G. P., Lu, D. P., and Lu, W. I.; Acupunct Electrother Res 2004, Vol. 29(3-4) p.187-195

Latent myofascial trigger points: their effects on muscle activation and movement efficiency. Lucas, K. R., Polus, B. I., and Rich, P. A; Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies 2004, Vol. 8(3) p.160-166 Abstract online

Acupuncture for tinnitus: a series of six n=1 controlled trials. MacPherson, H., Jackson, A., and Hahn, S.; J Altern Complement Med 2004,, Vol. 10(6) p.1136-1136

Exercise in fibromyalgia. Mannerkorpi, K.; Curr Opin.Rheumatol 2005, Vol. 17(2) p.190-194 PubMed Abstract

Management of bladder, prostatic and pelvic floor disorders with botulinum neurotoxin. Maria, G., Cadeddu, F., Brisinda, D., Brandara, F., and Brisinda, G.; Curr Med Chem. 2005, Vol. 12(3) p.247-265 PubMed Abstract

Review of "Treatment for Muscle Strain Injuries" (Book). Mayor, D.; Acupunct Med 2004, (3) p.167-167

Review of "[Ohrakupunktur für Praktiker: Grundlagen - Praxis - Indikationen] (in German) (Book). Mayor, D.; Acupunct Med 2004, (3) p.165-166

Review of "Acupuncture in Physiotherapy" (Hopwood,V.). Mayor, D.; J Chin Med 2005, Vol. 77(61) p.61 Full text free online

Use of complementary and alternative medicine by patients with diabetes mellitus. Mehrotra, R., Bajaj, S., and Kumar, D.; Natl.Med J India 2004, Vol. 17(5) p.243-245 PubMed Abstract

Acupuncture treatment of compression neuropathy of the radial nerve: a single case report of "saturday night palsy". Millea, P. J.; J Altern Complement Med 2005, Vol. 11(1) p.167-169 PubMed Abstract

Acupunctural reflexotherapy as anaesthesia in day-surgery cases. Our experience in left internal vein ligature for symptomatic varicocele and in circumcision. Minardi, D., Ricci, L., and Muzzonigro, G.; Arch Ital Urol Androl 2004, Vol. 76(4) p.173-174 PubMed Abstract

Trigeminal neuralgia in an octogenarian: sustained clinical response to acupuncture. Mishra, D. N., Raji, M. A., and Sierpina, V. S.; Explore 2005, Vol. 1(1) p.46-47

ABC Codes and the Mainstreaming of Oriental Medicine. Molina, S.; Acupuncture Today 2005, Vol. 6(3) Full text free online

How verum and sham acupuncture were designed for the German acupuncture studies. Molsberger, A., Bowing, K., Streitberger, K., Stux, G., and et al; J Altern Complement Med 2004,, Vol. 10(6) p.1136-1136

Adherence to acupuncture treatment for chronic pain (letter). Moroz, A., Spivack, S., and Lee, M. H.; J Altern Complement Med 2004,, Vol. 10(5) p.739-740 PubMed Citation

Long-term follow-up of a randomized clinical trial assessing the efficacy of medication, acupuncture, and spinal manipulation for chronic mechanical spinal pain syndromes. Muller, R. and Giles, L. G.; J Manipulative Physiol Ther 2005, Vol. 28(1) p.3-11 PubMed Abstract

Nonpharmacologic management of pain. Nadler, S. F.; J Am Osteopath Assoc 2004, Vol. 104(11 Suppl 8) p.S6-12 PubMed Abstract

Functional MRI investigation of brain plasticity in carpal tunnel syndrom treated with acupuncture. Napadow, V., Liu, J., Ryan, M., and et al; J Altern Complement Med 2004,, Vol. 10(6) p.1138-1138

Effects of electroacupuncture versus manual acupuncture on the human brain as measured by fMRI. Napadow, V., Makris, N., Liu, J., Kettner, N. W., Kwong, K. K., and Hui, K. K.; Hum Brain Mapp. 2005, Vol. 24(3) p.193-205 PubMed Abstract

Cardiovascular reactivity in fibromyalgia: evidence for pathogenic heterogeneity. Naschitz, J. E., Rozenbaum, M., Fields, M. C., Enis, S., Manor, H., Dreyfuss, D., Peck, S., Peck, E. R., Babich, J. P., Mintz, E. P., Sabo, E., Slobodin, G., and Rosner, I.; J Rheumatol 2005, Vol. 32(2) p.335-339 PubMed Abstract

Correlates of physical activity among women with fibromyalgia syndrome. Oliver, K. and Cronan, T. A.; Ann Behav Med 2005, Vol. 29(1) p.44-53 PubMed Abstract

Patient characteristics in the Edith Davis Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine Teaching Clinic. Osterbauer, P. J., McKenzie, M., McKenzie, E., and et al; J Altern Complement Med 2004,, Vol. 10(6) p.1145-1145

Assessment of anxiety and quality of life in fibromyalgia patients. Pagano, T., Matsutani, L. A., Ferreira, E. A., Marques, A. P., and Pereira, C. A.; Sao Paulo Med J 11-4-2004, Vol. 122(6) p.252-258 PubMed Abstract

The effect of acupuncture on anxiety and neuropeptide Y expression in the basolateral amygdala of maternally separated rats. Park, H. J., Chae, Y., Jang, J., Shim, I., Lee, H., and Lim, S.; Neurosci.Lett. 4-4-2005, Vol. 377(3) p.179-184 PubMed Abstract

Modelling longitudinal semicontinuous emesis volume data with serial correlation in an acupuncture clinical trial. Paul, S. A. and Shen, J.; J R Stat Soc Ser C Appl Stat. 2005, Abstract online

Integrating Acupuncture Services at Massachusetts General Hospital. Porter, K. E. and Sommers, B.; Acupuncture Today 2005, Vol. 6(3) Full text free online

PanAfrican Acupuncture Project Continues to Train Ugandan Health Workers. Porter, K. E. and Sommers, B.; Acupuncture Today 2005, Vol. 6(1) Full text free online

Effect of functional electrical stimulation, applied during walking, on gait in spastic cerebral palsy. Postans, N. J. and Granat, M. H.; Dev.Med Child Neurol 2005, Vol. 47(1) p.46-52 PubMed Abstract

Inaccurate acupuncture history (letter). Ramey, D. W.; Rheumatology (Oxford) 2004, Vol. 43(12) p.1593-1594 PubMed Citation

Employment and quality of life outcomes among women with fibromyalgia compared to healthy controls. Reisine, S., Fifield, J., Walsh, S., and Dauser, D.; Women Health 2004, Vol. 39(4) p.1-19 PubMed Abstract

A story about a small feisty warrior. Richards, N.; J Chin Med 2005, Vol. 77(53) p.56 Abstract online

Laser Acupuncture and Respiratory Disease. Rindge, D.; Acupuncture Today 2005, Vol. 6(2). Full text free online

Acupuncture as an alternative technique for inducing uterine contractions in term pregnant patients: a preliminary study [abstract]. Rivera, L. S. N., Martinez, A. C., and Rivera-Arcangel, C.; 13th Congress of the Federation of Asia and Oceania Perinatal Societies 2004, 94

Acupuncture inhibition on neuronal activity of spinal dorsal horn induced by noxious colorectal distention in rat. Rong, P. J., Zhu, B., Huang, Q. F., GAO, X. Y., Ben, H., and LI, Y. H.; World J Gastroenterol 2-21-2005, Vol. 11(7) p.1011-1017 PubMed Abstract

A survey on the uses of acupuncture by a group of UK dentists. Rosted, P. and Warnakulasuriya, S.; Br Dent J 2-12-2005, Vol. 198(3) p.139-143 PubMed Abstract

The lived experience of fibromyalgia in African American women. Schaefer, K. M.; Holist.Nurs.Pract. 2005, Vol. 19(1) p.17-25 PubMed Abstract

Vegetative states--an integrative approach. Schiff, E., Kim, Y. H., and Maizes, V.; Altern Ther Health Med 2005, Vol. 11(1) p.26-33 PubMed Abstract

Neuroprotective strategies in radical prostatectomy. Schiff, J. D. and Mulhall, J. P.; BJU.Int. 2005, Vol. 95(1) p.11-14 PubMed Abstract

Biophotonics in the infrared spectral range reveal acupuncture meridian structure of the body. Schlebusch, K. P., Maric-Oehler, W., and Popp, F. A.; J Altern Complement Med 2005, Vol. 11(1) p.171-173 PubMed Abstract

Perception of bodily sensation as a predictor of treatment response to acupuncture for postoperative nausea and vomiting prophylaxis. Schneider, A., Lowe, B., and Streitberger, K.; J Altern Complement Med 2005, Vol. 11(1) p.119-125 PubMed Abstract

Prevalence of Chinese Medicine defined patterns in women with major depression during pregnancy. Schnyer, R. N., Huang, M., and Manber, R.; J Altern Complement Med 2004,, Vol. 10(6) p.1140-1141

Death of a lifestyle" the effects of social support and healthcare support on the quality of life of persons with fibromyalgia and/or chronic fatigue syndrome. Schoofs, N., Bambini, D., Ronning, P., Bielak, E., and Woehl, J.; Orthop.Nurs 2004, Vol. 23(6) p.364-374 PubMed Abstract

Acupuncture treatment of geriatric patients with ischemic stroke: a randomized, double-controlled, single-blind study. Schuler, M. S., Durdak, C., Hol, N. M., Klink, A., Hauer, K. A., Oster, P., and Du, X.; J Am Geriatr Soc. 2005, Vol. 53(3) p.549-550 PubMed Citation

Selecting appropriate treatment protocols in acupuncture clinical trials: an example from an RCT on stroke rehabilitation. Schyner, R., Wayne, P. M., and Kaptchuk, T.; J Altern Complement Med 2004,, Vol. 10(6) p.1137-1138

Vagal nerve stimulation: clinical and electrophysiological effects on vocal fold function. Shaffer, M. J., Jackson, C. E., Szabo, C. A., and Simpson, C. B.; Ann Otol.Rhinol.Laryngol. 2005, Vol. 114(1 Pt 1) p.7-14 PubMed Abstract

Effectiveness of acupuncture in the treatment of fibromyalgia. Singh, B. B., Wu, W. S., Hwang, S. H., and et al; J Altern Complement Med 2004,, Vol. 10(6) p.1145-1146

Repetitive magnetic stimulation A novel therapeutic approach for myofascial pain syndrome. Smania, N., Corato, E., Fiaschi, A., Pietropoli, P., Aglioti, S. M., and Tinazzi, M.; J Neurol 2-23-2005, PubMed Abstract

A retrospective evaluation of acupuncture outcomes as a function of heart rate variability. Sparrow, K. T.; J Altern Complement Med 2004,, Vol. 10(6) p.1146-1146

Review of "The Journey to Pain Relief" (Berger,P.) (book) Spiller, J.; Acupunct Med 2004 (3) p.165-165

Review of "The Journal of Chinese Medicine CD-ROM, 1979-2003". St.Clair, G.; Acupuncture Today 2005, Vol. 6(3). Full text free online

The pain-relieving effect of electro-acupuncture and conventional medical analgesic methods during oocyte retrieval: a systematic review of randomized controlled trials. Stener-Victorin, E.; Hum Reprod 2005, Vol. 20(2) p.339-349 PubMed Abstract

Assessment of the information needs and use of information resources on complementary and alternative medicine by Alberta family physicians. Suter, E., Verhoef, M., and O'Beirne, M.; Clin Invest Med 2004, Vol. 27(6) p.312-315 PubMed Abstract

Effects of acupuncture on vasopressin-induced emesis in conscious dogs. Tatewaki, M., Strickland, C., Fukuda, H., Tsuchida, D., Hoshino, E., Pappas, T. N., and Takahashi, T.; Am J Physiol Regul.Integr Comp Physiol 2005, Vol. 288(2) p.R401-R408 PubMed Abstract

Migraine management. Teplitz, J. V.; Occup.Health Saf 2004, Vol. 73(10) p.20-21 PubMed Citation

Use of complementary or alternative medicine in a general population in Great Britain. Results from the National Omnibus survey. Thomas, K. and Coleman, P.; J Public Health (Oxf) 2004, Vol. 26(2) p.152-157 PubMed Abstract

Acupuncture for the Alleviation of lateral epicondyle pain: a systematic review. Trinh, K. V., Phillips, S. D., Ho, E., and Damsma, K.; J Altern Complement Med 2004,, Vol. 10(6) p.1138-1139

The Meridian Clock: A Taoist Cosmological Imaging System, Part One. Twicken, D; Acupuncture Today 2005, Vol. 6(2) Full text free online

[Differential therapy of advanced Parkinson's disease with special reference to complementary therapeutic approaches] (in German). Ulm, G.; Schweiz Rundsch Med Prax 11-3-2004, Vol. 93(45) p.1869-1872 PubMedAbstract

Developing diagnostic and treatment criteria for kidney yin deficiency in postmenopausal women: a feasibility study. Upchurch, D. M., Ni, D., Greendale, G. A., and et al; J Altern Complement Med 2004,, Vol. 10(6) p.1146-1147

Acupuncture and Acupressure Techniques for Reducing Orthodontic Post-adjustment Pain. Vachiramon, A. and Wang, W. C.; J Contemp.Dent Pract 2-15-2005, Vol. 6(1) p.163-167 PubMed Abstract; Full text free online

Abstract of "Acupuncture of chronic headache disorders in primary care: randomised controlled trial and economic analysis" (Vickers,A.J., et al). Vickers, A. J., Rees, R. W., Zollman, C. E., and et al; HTA, The Cochrane Library 2004, Vol. 2004 Abstract online

Internal jugular vein thrombosis associated with shiatsu massage of the neck (letter). Wada, Y., Yanagihara, C., and Nishimura, Y.; J Neurol Neurosurg Psychiatry 2005, Vol. 76(1) p.142-143 PubMed Citation

Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medical Approaches for Fibromyalgia. WANG, D. Y.; Acupuncture Today 2005, Vol. 6(3) Full text free online

Effects of synchronous or asynchronous electroacupuncture stimulation with low versus high frequency on spinal opioid release and tail flick nociception. Wang, Y., Zhang, Y., Wang, W., Cao, Y., and Han, J. S.; Exp Neurol 2005, Vol. 192(1) p.156-162 PubMed Abstract

[Practice of the low back pain treatment by acupuncture and moxibustion.] (in Japanese). Watanabe, K.; Clin Calcium 2005, Vol. 15(3) p.455-458 PubMed Abstract (ENG) online

Acupuncture for chronic stroke symptoms: a randomized controlled trial. Wayne, P. M., Krebs, D. E., Macklin, E. A., and et al; J Altern Complement Med 2004,, Vol. 10(6) p.1137-1137

New CPT Codes for Acupuncture Are Here! Wells, D.; Acupuncture Today 2005, Vol. 6(2). Full text free online

Serum hyaluronic acid levels are elevated in arthritis patients, but normal and not associated with clinical data in patients with fibromyalgia syndrome. Werle, E., Jakel, H. P., Muller, A., Fischer, H., Fiehn, W., and Eich, W.; Clin Lab 2005, Vol. 51(1-2) p.11-19 PubMed Abstract

Some problems in measuring quality of life (n=23). White, A.; Acupunct Med 2004, Vol. 22(3) p.163-164

Optimal timing of acustimulation for antiemetic prophylaxis as an adjunct to ondansetron in patients undergoing plastic surgery. White, P. F., Hamza, M. A., Recart, A., Coleman, J. E., Macaluso, A. R., Cox, L., Jaffer, O., Song, D., and Rohrich, R.; Anesth.Analg. 2005, Vol. 100(2) p.367-372 PubMed Abstract

A history of preventative moxibustion. Wilcox, L.; J Chin Med 2005, Vol. 77(35) p.38 Abstract online

Oriental Medicine Integrated Within Sports Psychology: Anxiety and Athletic Performance. Wimmer, R.; Acupuncture Today 2005, Vol. 6(3) Full text free online

Acne & Network Vessel Bleeding. Wolfe, H. L.; Blue Poppy Press 2005, Vol. 2005(January) Full text online

Psoriasis & Acupuncture. Wolfe, H. L.; Blue Poppy Press 2005, Vol. 2005(January) Full text online

Dan Zhong (CV 17) & Chest Oppression. Wolfe, H. L.; Blue Poppy Press 2005, Vol. 2005(January) Full text online

Acupuncture & Migraines. Wolfe, H. L.; Blue Poppy Press 2005, Vol. 2005(January) Full text online

Menopausal Syndrome & Acupuncture. Wolfe, H. L.; Blue Poppy Press 2005, Vol. 2005(January) Full text online

Acupuncture & Fahr's Syndrome. Wolfe, H. L.; Blue Poppy Press 2005, Vol. 2005(January) Full text online

Patients with Systemic Sclerosis Have Unique and Persistent Alterations in Gastric Myoelectrical Activity with Acupressure to Neiguan Point PC6. Wollaston, D. E., Xu, X., Tokumaru, O., Chen, J. D., and McNearney, T. A.; J Rheumatol 2005, Vol. 32(3) p.494-501 PubMed Abstract

Abstract of "Cost effectiveness analysis of a randomised trial of acupuncture for chronic headache in primary care" (Wonderling,D., et al). Wonderling, D., Vickers, A. J., Grieve, R., and et al; HTA, The Cochrane Library 2004, Vol. 2004 Abstract online

[Clinical observation of cervical spondylopathy treated by acupuncture combined with cupping: a report of 66 cases] (in Chinese). Wu, J. W.; Zhong Xi.Yi Jie.He.Xue Bao 2003, Vol. 1(3) p.214-225 PubMed Citation

Left-Right and Ying-Yang balance of biophoton emission from hands. YANG, J. M., Choi, C., Woo, W. M., Yi, S. H., Soh, K. S., and Yang, J. S.; Acupunct Electrother Res 2004, Vol. 29(3-4) p.197-211

Beneficial effects of acupuncture in combination with physiotherapy on functional motor recovery after stroke. Zeng, X., Li, Y., Zeng, Y., and Zeng, X.; Stroke 2004, Vol. 35(1) p.284

Acupuncture and moxibustion in the Shang Han Za Bing Lun. Zhang, H.; J Chin Med 2005, Vol. 77(27) p.34 Abstract online

Electroacupuncture attenuates inflammation in a rat model. Zhang, R. X., Lao, L., Wang, X., Fan, A., Wang, L., Ren, K., and Berman, B. M.; J Altern Complement Med 2005, Vol. 11(1) p.135-142 PubMed Abstract

The transport of histamine along low hydraulic resistance channel and the change of microcirculation observed by laser doppler perfusion imaging. Zhang, W., Wu, Q., Tian, Y., and Li, H.; J Altern Complement Med 2004,, Vol. 10(6) p.1147-1148

The validation of a newly designed placebo moxibustion device: a randomized controlled trial. Zhao, B., Wang, X., and Lao, L.; J Altern Complement Med 2004,, Vol. 10(6) p.1139-1139

Afferent mechanisms underlying stimulation modality-related modulation of acupuncture-related cardiovascular responses. Zhou, W., Fu, L. W., Tjen, A. Looi SC, Li, P., and Longhurst, J. C.; J Appl Physiol 2005, Vol. 98(3) p.872-880 PubMed Abstract

Spa treatment for primary fibromyalgia syndrome: a combination of thalassotherapy, exercise and patient education improves symptoms and quality of life. Zijlstra, T. R., van de Laar, M. A., Bernelot Moens, H. J., Taal, E., Zakraoui, L., and Rasker, J. J.; Rheumatology (Oxford) 2-3-2005, PubMed Abstract

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