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Acubriefs Newsletter Volume 4 Issue 2 February 2003 Editor's Note: We hope soon to be able to extend the Acubriefs Database to include
non-Medline indexed references of those studies published in Europe
and the far East. I also want to call your attention to a valuable
online source regarding current research in acupuncture. Mr. Brian
Carter has put together a valuable list of recent RCT's in acupuncture
and does a brief review of some of the current issues involved in
acupuncture research. It is a paper that could be easily printed
out for colleagues and could be another resource for patients and
third parties interested in acupuncture research. The link is: Based on budgetary constraints we can no longer afford to provide stipends to those who volunteer to do some reviews of the current literature. If you are interested in volunteering please write me at editor@acubriefs.com and I'll get back to you. James K. Rotchford, MD MPH At ACUBRIEFS.COM , we
invite readers to:
New references entered into Acubriefs database this month: 78 The effect of acupuncture on the acute withdrawal symptoms from
rapid opiate detoxification. Montazeri, K., Farahnakian, M.,
and Saghaei, M.; Acta Anaesthesiol Sin 2002, Vol. 40(4) p.173-177
PubMed
Abstract Laser acupuncture and low-calorie diet during visceral obesity
therapy after menopause. Wozniak, P., Stachowiak, G., and et
al; Acta Obstet Gynecol Scand 2003, Vol. 8269-73 Abstract Emperor's college receives grant to study acupunture for stroke
rehabilitation. Ma, X., Alex, and er, D.; Acupuncture Today
2002, Vol. 3(5) Full
text The effect of acupuncture on the temperature of the ocular surface
in conjunctivitis sicca measured by non-contact thermography: preliminary
results. Nepp, J., Tsubota, K., Goto, E., Schauersberger, J.,
Schild, G., Jandrasits, K., Abela, C., and Wedrich, A.; Adv Exp
Med Biol 2002, Vol. 506(Pt A) p.723-726 PubMed
Citation Acupuncture and substance abuse: a synopsis, with indications
for further research. Otto, K. C.; Am J Addict 2003, Vol. 12(1)
p.43-51 PubMed
Abstract Electroacupuncture analgesia for colonoscopy. a prospective,
randomized, placebo-controlled study. Fanti, L., Gemma, M.,
Passaretti, S., Guslandi, M., Testoni, P. A., Casati, A., and Torri,
G.; Am J Gastroenterol 2003, Vol. 98(2) p.312-316 PubMed
Abstract Acupuncture and smoking cessation: pinning down the claims (letter).
Crane, R.; Am J Public Health 2003, Vol. 93(2) p.187-188; PubMed
Citation Comparison of electroacupuncture and butorphanol on respiratory
and cardiovascular effects and rectal pain threshold after controlled
rectal distention in mares. Skarda, R. T. and Muir, W. W., III;
Am J Vet Res 2003, Vol. 64(2) p.137-144 PubMed
Abstract Pressure Applied on the Extra 1 Acupuncture Point Reduces Bispectral Index Values and Stress in Volunteers. Fassoulaki, A., Paraskeva, A., Patris, K., and et al; Anesth Analg 2003, Vol. 96(3) p.885-890 PubMed Abstract Acupuncture anaesthesia in inguinal hernia repair. Chu, D. W., Lee, D. T., Chan, T. T., Chow, T. L., Que, M. B., and Kwok, S. P.; ANZ J Surg 2003, Vol. 73(3) p.125-127 PubMed Abstract Kynurenic acid enhances electroacupuncture analgesia in normal and carrageenan-injected rats. Zhang, Y. Q., Ji, G. C., Wu, G. C., and Zhao, Z. Q.; Brain Res 2003, Vol. 966(2) p.300-307 PubMed Abstract P-6 acupressure do not prevent emesis during cesarean section [abstract]. Ho, C. M. and Tsai, S. K.; Can J Anaesth 2002, Vol. 49(6 Suppl) p.A51 National center for complementary and alternative medicine perspectives for complementary and alternative medicine research in cardiovascular diseases. Wong, S. S. and Nahin, R. L.; Cardiol Rev 2003, Vol. 11(2) p.94-98 PubMed Abstract Clinical Observation on Acupuncture Combined with Methadone for Improving Heroin Withdrawal Syndrome (in Chinese). Song, X. and Zhang, H.; Chinese Acupuncture and Moxibustion 2002, Vol. 22(12) p.795-797 Use of unconventional therapies by individuals with multiple sclerosis. Nayak, S., Matheis, R. J., Schoenberger, N. E., and Shiflett, S. C.; Clin Rehabil 2003, Vol. 17(2) p.181-191 PubMed Abstract Clinical pain management techniques for cats. Wright, B. D.; Clin Tech Small Anim Pract 2002, Vol. 17(4) p.151-157 PubMed Abstract Attitudes to the contribution of placebo in acupuncture-a survey. Norheim, A. J. and Fonnebo, V., V; Complement Ther Med 2003, Vol. 10(4) p.202-209 PubMed Abstract Relief of chronic neck and shoulder pain by manual acupuncture to tender points-a sham-controlled randomized trial. Nabeta, T. and Kawakita, K.; Complement Ther Med 2002, Vol. 10(4) p.217-222 PubMed Abstract The placebo response and effect of time in a trial of acupuncture to treat nausea and vomiting in early pregnancy. Smith, C. and Crowther, C.; Complement Ther Med 2003, Vol. 10(4) p.210-216 PubMed Abstract Provision of acupuncture in a university health centre-a clinical audit. Grabowska, C., Squire, C., MacRae, E., and Robinson, N.; Complement Ther Nurs Midwifery 2003, Vol. 9(1) p.14-19 PubMed Abstract When should you consider acupuncture for your patients? Kemper, K. J. and Highfield, E. S.; Contemp Pediatr 2002, (12) p.31 Full text Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) can reduce
postoperative analgesic consumption. A meta-analysis with assessment
of optimal treatment parameters for postoperative pain. Bjordal,
J. M., Johnson, M. I., and Ljunggreen, A. E.; Eur J Pain 2003, Vol.
7(2) p.181-188
Full text free online [In Process Citation] (in Ukranian). Fiziol Zh 2002, Vol. 48(6) p.54-59 PubMed Abstract (ENG) Fluid Physiology and Pathology in Traditional Chinese Medicine,
2nd Edition. (Book) Clavey, S.; 2002, Vol. Second1-614 Publisher's
Abstract Diagnostics of appendicitis in particular consideration of the acupuncture point lanwei - a prospective study] (in German). Alt-Epping, S., Ostermann, T., Schmidt, J., and Zirngibl, H.; Forsch Komplementarmed Klass Naturheilkd 2002, Vol. 9(6) p.338-345 PubMed Abstract (ENG) Does acupuncture influence the cardiac autonomic nervous system
in patients with minor depression or anxiety disorders?] (in German).
Agelink, M. W., Sanner, D., Eich, H., Pach, J., Bertling, R., Lemmer,
W., Klieser, E., and Lehmann, E.; Fortschr Neurol Psychiatr 2003,
Vol. 71(3) p.141-149 PubMed
Abstract (ENG) Acupuncture for gastrointestinal disorders. Ishida, Y.;
Gut 2003, Vol. 52(4) p.614 PubMed
Citation [Effect of acupuncture on the expression of NT3 in the process of spinal plasticity (in Chinese)]. Wang, T., Wu, L., Liao, D., Zhou, X., Chen, Y., and Takeda, A.; Hua Xi Yi Ke Da Xue Xue Bao 2002, Vol. 33(1) p.46-49 PubMed Abstract (ENG) An fMRI study comparing brain activation between word generation and electrical stimulation of language-implicated acupoints. Li, G., Liu, H. L., Cheung, R. T., Hung, Y. C., Wong, K. K., Shen, G. G., Ma, Q. Y., and Yang, E. S.; Hum Brain Mapp 2003, Vol. 18(3) p.233-238 PubMed Abstract Acupressure and quality of sleep in patients with end-stage renal disease-a randomized controlled trial. Tsay, S. L. and Chen, M. L.; Int J Nurs Stud 2003, Vol. 40(1) p.1-7 PubMed Abstract Historical origins of classical Chinese Medicine texts and herbal
usage. Hurtak, J. J.; J
Altern Complement Med 2003, Vol. 9(1) p.20-20 Reporting of clinical details in randomized controlled trials
of acupuncture of the treatment of migraine/headaches and nausea/vomiting.
Claraco, A. E., Hanna, S. E., and Fargas-Babjak, A.; J
Altern Complement Med 2003, Vol. 9(1) p.151-159 Side effects associated with acupuncture and a sham treatment:
Perhaps we should take a closer look at what is really responsible?
(letter). Lewith, G. T. and White, P.; J
Altern Complement Med 2003, Vol. 9(1) p.16-18 The "author" of Nei Ching (letter). Upton, R.; J Altern Complement Med 2003, Vol. 9(1) p.19-19 The biofield hypothesis: its biophysical basis and role in medicine.
Rubik, B.; J Altern Complement Med 2002, Vol. 8(6) p.703-717
PubMed
Abstract The reporting of clinical acupuncture research: What do clinicians
need to know? Claraco, A. E., Fargas-Babjak, A., and Hanna,
S. E.; J Altern
Complement Med 2003, Vol. 9(1) p.143-149 Trigger point - Acupuncture point correlations revisited. Birch, S.; J Altern Complement Med 2003, Vol. 9(1) p.91-103 Abstract of "Acupuncture treatment of depressive syndromes after cerebral vascular accidents" (Wang,H.). J Chin Med 2003, Vol. 71 p.44-45 Abstract of "Acupuncture treatment of vomiting caused by chemotherapy" (Li,D). J Chin Med 2003, Vol. 71 p.45-45 Abstract of "Clinical application of the point Taichong" (Shi,G.). J Chin Med 2003, Vol. 71 p.46-46 Abstract of "Clinical experience in application of the point Wangu" (Yang,X.). J Chin Med 2003, Vol. 71, p.46-46 Abstract of "Clinical experience in application of the point Zhongzhu" (Zhou,Y.) J Chin Med 2003, Vol. 71 p.46-46 Abstract of "Clinical observation on 100 cases of postoperative pain of anal-intestinal diseases treated with Vitimaine K blocking at Changqiang point" (Wang,W.). J Chin Med 2003, Vol. 71 p.45-45 Abstract of "Clinical observation on intractable insomnia treated by point pressure in 42 cases" (Zhang,Q.).J Chin Med 2003, Vol. 71 p.44 Abstract of "Ear acupuncture therapy for 37 cases of dysmenorrhea due to endometriosis" (Xiang,D., et al). J Chin Med 2003, Vol. 71 p.45-46 Abstract of "Pricking, cupping and Qu Feng Tiao Ying decoction for treatment of chronic urticaria" (Liu,D.). J Chin Med 2003, Vol. 71 p.46-47 Abstract of "Treatment of functional retrograde ejaculation with acupuncture and TCM herbal drugs" (Xiao,Y.). J Chin Med 2003, Vol. 71 p.47-47 Abstract of "Warm needling and blood letting for treatment of gonitis" (Sun,J.). J Chin Med 2003, Vol. 71 p.44-44 CLINICAL EXPERIENCE: THE OPTIMUM TIME FOR ACUPUNCTURE TREATMENT OF PERIPHERAL FACIAL PARALYSIS. Hong, Z.; J Chin Med 2003, Vol. 71 p.29-30 Abstract online GATEWAY: A MODEL CLINIC. Deadman, P.; J Chin Med 2003, Vol. 71 p.12-13 Abstract online MEN AND DEPRESSION SEEING AND BELIEVING. Price, S.; J Chin Med 2003, Vol. 71 p.5-7 Full text online OBSERVATION OF SUBLINGUAL VEINS. Kirschbaum, B.; J Chin Med 2003, Vol. 71 p.54-55 Abstract online Review of "Fluid Physiology and Pathology in Traditional
Chinese Medicine, 2nd Edition" (Clavey,S.). Deadman, P.;
J Chin Med 2003, Vol. 71 p.51-53 Full
text online THE USE OF ACUPUNCTURE IN PREGNANCY INDUCED HYPERTENSION. Betts, D.; J Chin Med 2003, Vol. 71 p.8-11 Abstract online Acupuncture improves peropheral perfusion in patients with reflex sympathetic dystrophy. Bar, A., Li, Y., and et al; J Clin Rheumatol 2002, Vol. 8(1) p.6-12 Complementary and Alternative Therapies in Childhood Attention and Hyperactivity Problems. Chan, E., Rappaport, L. A., and Kemper, K. J.; J Dev Behav Pediatr 2003, Vol. 24(1) p.4-8 PubMed Abstract Acupuncture: a physician's primer, Part II. Altshuler, L.
H. and Maher, J. H.; J Okla State Med Assoc 2003, Vol. 96(1) p.13-19
PubMed
Abstract A systematic approach to the management of postoperative nausea and vomiting. Golembiewski, J. A. and O'Brien, D.; J Perianesth Nurs 2002, Vol. 17(6) p.364-376 PubMed Abstract A prospective, randomized pilot trial of acupuncture of the
kidney-bladder distinct meridian for lower urinary tract symptoms.
Johnstone, P. A., Bloom, T. L., Niemtzow, R. C., Crain, D.,
Riffenburgh, R. H., and Amling, C. L.; J Urol 2003, Vol. 169(3)
p.1037-1039 PubMed
Abstract Effect of electroacupuncture on minimum alveolar concentration of isoflurane in dogs. Jeong, S. M. and Nam, T. C.; J Vet Med Sci 2003, Vol. 65(1) p.145-147 PubMed Abstract Effects of electroacupuncture on minimum alveolar concentration of isoflurane and cardiovascular system in isoflurane anesthetized dogs. Jeong, S. M.; J Vet Sci 2002, Vol. 3(3) p.193-201 PubMed Abstract A 57-year-old man with osteoarthritis of the knee. Lonner,
J. H.; JAMA 2003, Vol. 289(8) p.1016-1025 PubMed
Citation [In Process Citation] {in Serbo-Croation(Roman)}. Habek,
D.; Lijec Vjesn 2002, Vol. 124(10) p.322-329 PubMed
Abstract (ENG) The effect of electroacupuncture as an adjunct on cyclophosphamide-induced emesis in ferrets. Lao, L., Zhang, G., Wong, R. H., Carter, A. K., Wynn, R. L., and Berman, B. M.; Pharmacol Biochem Behav 2003, Vol. 74(3) p.691-699 PubMed Abstract [Bilateral pneumothorax and tamponade after acupuncture] (in French). Cantan, R., Milesi-Defrance, N., Hardenberg, K., Vernet, M., Messant, I., and Freysz, M.; Presse Med 2003, Vol. 32(7) p.311-312 PubMed Abstract (ENG) Acupuncture: the best of the rest. Thayer, T.; SAAD Dig
2002, Vol. 19(3) p.5-8 PubMed
Citation [Study of the acupuncture effect on monoamine transmitters in rabbit plasma and brain tissue by high performance liquid chromatography with electrochemical detection] (in Chinese). Hou, J. G., Liu, H. L., He, T. X., Wang, Z. M., Mao, X. F., Du, X. Z., Deng, H. L., and Gao, J. Z.; Se Pu 2002, Vol. 20(2) p.140-143 PubMed Abstract (ENG) Are the channels too small in transmyocardial laser revascularization?
(letter). Walter, P. J.; Tex Heart Inst J 2002, Vol. 29(2) p.154
Full
text [Cauliflower ears - a comment] (letter in Danish). Rosted,
P.; Ugeskr Laeger 2002, Vol. 164(50) p.5958 PubMed
Citation Use of complementary veterinary medicine in the geriatric horse. Boldt, E. J.; Vet Clin North Am Equine Pract 2002, Vol. 18(3) p.631-6, ix PubMed Abstract [Effects of electroacupuncture on laminin expression after spinal cord injury in rats] (in Chinese). Zhu, Z.; Zhong Guo Zhong Xi Yi Jie He Za Zhi (Chinese Journal of Integrated Chinese-Western Medicine) 2002, Vol. 22(7) p.525-527 PubMed Abstract (ENG) [Study on influence of acupunctural signal on energy metabolism of human brain by positron emission tomography].(in Chinese) Jia, S. W., Wang, Q. S., and Xu, W. G.; Zhong Guo Zhong Xi Yi Jie He Za Zhi (Chinese Journal of Integrated Chinese-Western Medicine) 2002, Vol. 22(7) p.508-511 PubMed Abstract (ENG) [Effect of electro-acupuncture on pathology, water content in
brain tissue and neurologic function defect scoring in rat model
of idiopathic cerebral hemorrhage] (in Chinese). Dai, G. Z.,
Chen, Y. L., and Gu, F. L.; Zhong Guo Zhong Xi Yi Jie He Za Zhi
(Chinese Journal of Integrated Chinese-Western Medicine) 2002, Vol.
22(2) p.133-135
PubMed Citation [Influence of needling at yin-yang meridian points on cerebral glucose metabolism] (in Chinese). Dong, J. C., Li, J., and Zuo, C. T.; Zhong Guo Zhong Xi Yi Jie He Za Zhi (Chinese Journal of Integrated Chinese-Western Medicine) 2002, Vol. 22(2) p.107-109 PubMed Abstract (ENG) [Controlled observation on electro-acupuncture combined with
clomipramine in treating obsession] (in Chinese). Zhang, P.
G., Zhong, Q., and Yu, Y. E.; Zhong Guo Zhong Xi Yi Jie He Za Zhi
(Chinese Journal of Integrated Chinese-Western Medicine) 2002, Vol.
22(3) p.215-216 PubMed
Citation [Effect of electro-acupuncture on calcium content in neurocytes of focal cerebral ischemia] (in Chinese). Xu, N. G., Yi, W., and Lai, X. S.; Zhong Guo Zhong Xi Yi Jie He Za Zhi (Chinese Journal of Integrated Chinese-Western Medicine) 2002, Vol. 22(4) p.295-297 PubMed Abstract (ENG) New trends in myofascial pain syndrome. Hong, C. Z.; Zhonghua Yixue Zazhi ( Nat'l Med J China) 2002, Vol. 65(11) p.501-512 PubMed Abstract (ENG) |
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