Acubriefs Newsletter Volume 3 Issue 7

July 2002

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Recent articles reviewed in this edition:

Acupuncture. Vickers, A.; Effective Health Care 2001, Vol. 7(2) p.1-12 Full text

Reviewed by James K. Rotchford, MD,MPH

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Acupuncture and electroacupuncture for the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (Cochrane Review). Casimiro, L., Brosseau, L., Milne, S., Robinson, V., Wells, G., and Tugwell, P.; Cochrane Database Syst Rev 2002, (3)CD003788 In: The Cochrane Library, Issue 3, 2002. Oxford: Update Software Ltd Publisher's Abstract

Reviewed by James K. Rotchford, MD,MPH

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Effect of acupuncture in the treatment of seasonal allergic rhinitis: a randomized controlled clinical trial. Xue, C. C., English, R., Zhang, J. J., Da Costa, C., and Li, C. G.; Am J Chin Med 2002, Vol. 30(1) p.1-11 PubMed Abstract

Reviewed by James K. Rotchford, MD,MPH

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A controlled trial on acupuncture for chronic neck pain. Zhu, X. M. and Polus, B.; Am J Chin Med 2002, Vol. 30(1) p.13-28 PubMed Abstract

Reviewed by James K. Rotchford, MD,MPH

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Editor's Note: In the last issue of Acubriefs, June 2002, we discussed the important issue of the definition of acupuncture. We are seeking broad input and invite you to contribute to this discussion at: The Importance of a Modern and Comprehensive Definition for Acupuncture in Clinical Research: Preliminary Perspectives. Rotchford, J.K. and Kobrin,L.E.; Med Acup 2002, Vol. 13(3) p. 38-40; Acubriefs Review by David L. Diehl, MD, FACP

COMMENTS by our readers to previous Acubriefs Reviews:

Computer-based quantification of traditional chinese-, ear- and Korean hand acupuncture: needle-induced changes of regional cerebral blood flow velocity. Litscher, G.; Neurol Res 2002, Vol. 24(4) p.377-380; in June 2002 Acubriefs; Comment by Litscher,G.

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New references entered into Acubriefs database this month: 87

Way for improving the quality of life of elderly oncology patients](in Russian). Adv Gerontol 2002, Vol. 942-48 PubMed Summary

Acupuncture: evidence from systematic reviews and meta-analyses. Leggett Tait, P., Brooks, L., and Harstall, C.; AHFMR 2002, Vol. 61; HTA record 20020387 Abstract

Alternative medicine in allergies - prevalence, patterns of use, and costs. Schafer, T., Riehle, A., Wichmann, H. E., and Ring, J.; Allergy 2002, Vol. 57(8) p.694-700 PubMed Abstract

Acustimulation wristbands for the relief of chemotherapy-induced nausea. Roscoe, J. A., Morrow, G. R., Bushunow, P., Tian, L., and Matteson, S.; Altern Ther Health Med 2002, Vol. 8(4) p.56-63 PubMed Abstract

Tribulations and trials: acupuncture study designs affect outcome. Beinfield, H.; Altern Ther Health Med 2002, Vol. 8(4) p.40-43 PubMed Abstract

Magnetic field therapy may alleviate pain symptoms in knee osteoarthritis. Klippel, J. H.; Alternative Medicine Research Report 2002, Vol. 1(2) p.15-16

Evaluation of a method to experimentally induce colic in horses and the effects of acupuncture applied at the Guan-yuan-shu (similar to BL-21) acupoint. Merritt, A. M., Xie, H., Lester, G. D., Burrow, J. A., Lorenzo-Figueras, M., and Mahfoud, Z.; Am J Vet Res 2002, Vol. 63(7) p.1006-1011 PubMed Abstract

A new highly reliable instrument for the assessment of pre- and postoperative gynecological pain. Stener-Victorin, E., Kowalski, J., and Lundeberg, T.; Anesth Analg 2002, Vol. 95(1) p.151-157 PubMed Abstract

Electro-acupuncture at the zusanli, yanglingquan, and kunlun points does not reduce anesthetic requirement. Morioka, N., Akca, O., Doufas, A. G., Chernyak, G., and Sessler, D. I.; Anesth Analg 2002, Vol. 95(1) p.98-102 PubMed Abstract

Carpal tunnel syndrome pain treated with low-level laser and microamperes transcutaneous electric nerve stimulation: A controlled study. Naeser, M. A., Hahn, K. A., Lieberman, B. E., and Branco, K. F.; Arch Phys Med Rehabil 2002, Vol. 83(7) p.978-988 PubMed Abstract

Electro-acupuncture stimulation to muscle afferents in anesthetized rats modulates the blood flow to the knee joint through autonomic reflexes and nitric oxide. Loaiza, L. A., Yamaguchi, S., Ito, M., and Ohshima, N.; Auton Neurosci 2002, Vol. 97(2) p.103-109 PubMed Citation

Acupuncture for cocaine addiction. Bandolier 2002, Vol. 99(4) p. Full Text

Introducing esogetic colorpuncture: a wholistic system of acu-light therapy for body, mind & soul. Croke, M.; Beginnings 2002, Vol. 22(2) p.10-11 PubMed Citation

Acupuncture treatment during labour--a randomised controlled trial. Ramnero, A., Hanson, U., and Kihlgren, M.; BJOG 2002, Vol. 109(6) p.637-644 PubMed Abstract

BREAST CANCER: BEYOND CONVENTION(book). Tagliaferri, M., Cohen, I., and Tripathy, D.; Atria Books 2002, 1-496

A pilot study of magnetic therapy for hot flashes after breast cancer. Carpenter, J. S., Wells, N., Lambert, B., Watson, P., Slayton, T., Chak, B., Hepworth, J. T., and Worthington, W. B.; Cancer Nurs 2002, Vol. 25(2) p.104-109 PubMed Abstract

Nondrug interventions in hypertension prevention and control. Labarthe, D. and Ayala, C.; Cardiol Clin 2002, Vol. 20(2) p.249-263 PubMed Abstract

CLINICAL HANDBOOK OF INTERNAL MEDICINE VOLUME TWO: SPLEEN & STOMACH (book). Maclean, W. and Lyttleton, J.; Univ. of Western Sydney, Australia; 2002, 1-974

Abstract of "Acupressure at the Neiguan P6 point for treating nausea and vomiting in early pregnancy: an evaluation of the literature" (Freels,D.L., et al). CRD; DARE, The Cochrane Library 2002, (3) Full text

Abstract of "Needling therapies in the management of myofascial trigger point pain: a systematic review" (Cummings,T.M., et al). CRD; DARE, The Cochrane Library 2002, (2) Full Text

Abstract of "Prospective studies of the safety of acupuncture: a systematic review" (Ernst,E, et al). CRD; DARE, The Cochrane Library 2002, (2) Full Text

Abstract of "Systematic review of randomized clinical trials of complementary/alternative therapies in the treatment of tension-type and cervicogenic headache" (Vernon,H., et al). CRD; DARE, The Cochrane Library 2002, (3) Full text

Abstract of "Tension-type and cervicogenic headaches: Part 2 A systematic review of complementary/alternative therapies" (Vernon,H., et al). CRD; DARE, The Cochrane Library 2002, (3) Full Text

A pilot study of acupuncture for disabling breathlessness. FACT 2002, Vol. 7(2) p.168-168

Acupuncture (again) had no specific effect on tension-type headache. White, A. R.; FACT 2002, Vol. 7(2) p.127-128

Acupuncture beats allergy. FACT 2002, Vol. 7(2) p.168-168

Acupuncture for frozen shoulder. FACT 2002, Vol. 7(2) p.168-168

Acupuncture for menopausal symptoms? FACT 2002, Vol. 7(2) p.167-167

Acupuncture may reduce chronic pain for those with spinal cord injury. Soeken, K. L.; FACT 2002, Vol. 7(2) p.129-130

Acupuncture reduces postoperative pain. FACT 2002, Vol. 7(2) p.167-167

Are non-randomised and uncontrolled studies valuable? FACT 2002, Vol. 7(2) p.166-166

Are placebo acupuncture devices credible? FACT 2002, Vol. 7(2) p.166-166

Complementary therapies for the relief of menopausal symptoms. Huntley, A.; FACT 2002, Vol. 7(2) p.121-125

Ear acupuncture reduces preoperative anxiety. Linde, K.; FACT 2002, Vol. 7(2) p.130-131

Global review of evidence about acupuncture. FACT 2002, Vol. 7(2) p.167-167

Large study finds acupuncture ineffective for cocaine dependence. White, A. R.; FACT 2002, Vol. 7(2) p.128-129

Laser therapy shows potential for pain-relieving effects in the treatment of tendinopathy. Baxter, D.; FACT 2002, Vol. 7(2) p.132-133

Pacemaker patients: can they receive electrical nerve stimulation? FACT 2002, Vol. 7(2) p.167-167

Study of acupressure for nausea is not conclusive. White, A. R.; FACT 2002, Vol. 7(2) p.131-132

Innovation in Chinese Medicine (book). Hsu, E.; 2001, 1-442 Cambridge University Press, Cambridge, UK ISBN: 0521800684 Pulisher's Abstract

Clinical Study on Treating Vascular Dementia by Muskiness Injection in Points. Li, C., Jiang, Z., Wu, D., and et al; Inter J Clin Acup 2002, Vol. 13(1) p.1-7

Clinical Observation of Treatment Effect of Pleoptic Instrument (Eyesight Enhancing Device). Li, L.; Inter J Clin Acup 2002, Vol. 13(1) p.9-12

Treating Chronic Pelvic Inflammation by Comprehensive Point Injection Therapy: Clinical Analysis. Ceng, X., wen, h., Wen, H., Ye, G., and et al; Inter J Clin Acup 2002, Vol. 13(1) p.13-16

Improvement in Treating Scrofula by Fire Needle Therapy. Wang, J. and Wang, H.; Inter J Clin Acup 2002, Vol. 13(1) p.17-22

Head Acupuncture Treatment of Cerebral Hemiplegia: 228 Cases. Ding, R., Ding, W., and Ding, Z.;Inter J Clin Acup2002, Vol. 13(1) p.23-27

Influence of Electroacupuncture on Experimental Rheumatoid Arthritis in Rats. Fang, J., Shao, Y., and Kan.F.; Inter J Clin Acup 2002, Vol. 13(1) p.29-34

Experimental Study on Segmental Neural Distribution of All the Shu Points Along Stomach Meridian. Li, R., Li, C., and Guo, Y.; Inter J Clin Acup 2002, Vol. 13(1) p.35-39

Academic Theories and Clinical Experience of Professor Li Xuewu. Han, C.; Inter J Clin Acup 2002, Vol. 13(1) p.41-49

Points of Heart Meridian of Hand-Shaoyin, HT. The Editorial Board;Inter J Clin Acup2002, Vol. 13(1) p.51-52

Analgesic Effects of Acupuncture on Pain After Mandibular Wisdom Tooth Extraction. Kitade, T. and Ohyabu, H.; Inter J Clin Acup 2002, Vol. 13(1) p.53-58

Clinical Experience in Treating Lumbar Disk Prolapse by Comprehensive Treatment Therapy. Shi, Y.; Inter J Clin Acup 2002, Vol. 13(1) p.59-61

Clinical Observation on Treatment of Cerebrovascular Diseases by Point Penetration Therapy with Large Acupuncture Needle. Xie, X. and Lin, Y.; Inter J Clin Acup 2002, Vol. 13(1) p.63-66

Treatment of Cervical Spondylopathy by Small Acupuncture Scalpel Lysis and Medicinal Injection. Sun, Z. and Wang, J.; Inter J Clin Acup 2002, Vol. 13(1) p.67-69

Matters Needing Attention in Acupuncture. Qiao, H.; Inter J Clin Acup 2002, Vol. 13(1) p.71-72

The effect of auricular acupuncture on psychophysiological measures of cocaine craving. Killeen, T. K., Haight, B., Brady, K., Herman, J., Michel, Y., Stuart, G., and Young, S.; Issues Ment Health Nurs 2002, Vol. 23(5) p.445-459 PubMed Abstract

Nurse practitioner knowledge of complementary alternative health care: foundation for practice. Sohn, P. M. and Loveland Cook, C. A.; J Adv Nurs 2002, Vol. 39(1) p.9-16 PubMed Abstract

A Randomized Clinical Trial of the Effectiveness of An Acupressure Device (Relief Brief) for Managing Symptoms of Dysmenorrhea. Taylor, D., Miaskowski, C., and Kohn, J.; J Altern Complement Med 2002, Vol. 8(3) p.357-370

Acupuncture Modulation of Capsaicin-Induced Inflammation: Effect of Intraperitoneal and Local Administration of Naloxone in Rats. A Blinded Controlled Study. Ceccherelli, F., Gagliardi, G., Ruzzante, L., and et al; J Altern Complement Med 2002, Vol. 8(3) p.341-349

Integrating Patient Preferences in Clinical Trials: A Pilot Study of Acupuncture Versus Midazolam for Gastroscopy. Melchart, D., Steger, H., Linde, K., and et al; J Altern Complement Med 2002, Vol. 8(3) p.265-274

Traditional Chinese medicine: a brief outline. Wiseman, N.; J Chem Inf Comput Sci 2002, Vol. 42(3) p.445-455 PubMed Citation

An Overview of the Therapeutic Application of Moxibustion. Abbate, S.; J Chin Med 2002, Vol. 69, p.5-12

Case Report: Cutaneous Pruritis Treated by Chinese Medicine. Xiao, F.; J Chin Med 2002, Vol. 69, p.30-32

Eight Treatment Methods for Complicated Patterns of Qi and Blood. Xue, Y.; J Chin Med 2002, Vol. 69, p.27-29 Full Text

Liver and Gall Bladder Based Erectile Dysfunction: Treatment by Chinese Medicine (Part Two). Soszka, S. and Long, R.; J Chin Med 2002, Vol. 69, p.13-19

Review of "BREAST CANCER: BEYOND CONVENTION" (Tagliaferri,M. et al: ed). Flower, A.; J Chin Med 2002, Vol. 69, p.56-58 Full Text

Review of "CLINICAL HANDBOOK OF INTERNAL MEDICINE VOLUME TWO: SPLEEN & STOMACH" (Mclean,W. and Lyttlleton,J.). Deadman, P.; J Chin Med 2002, Vol. 69, p.54-54 Full Text

Review of "Innovation in Chinese Medicine" (Hsu,E., ed). MacPherson, H.; J Chin Med 2002, Vol.69, p.55-56 Full Text

Review of "The Treatment of Modern Western Medical Diseases with Chinese Medicine" (Flaws, B. and Sionneau,P.). Deadman, P.; J Chin Med 2002, Vol. 69, p.54-55 Full Text

The Science of Symbols: Exploring a Forgotten Gateway to Chinese Medicine (Part Two). Fruehauf, H.; J Chin Med 2002, Vol. 69, p. 20-26

The use of Yin Tui Na and stomach channel acupuncture points in the treatment of facial immobility in Parkinson's Disease. Walton-Hadlock, J.; J Chin Med 2002, Vol. 69, p.43-48

TRADITIONAL CHINESE MEDICINE IN THE TREATMENT OF BREAST CANCER (PART TWO). Cohen, I., Tagliaferri, M., and Tripathy, D.; J Chin Med 2002, Vol. 69, p.49-53

Acupuncture-associated Arthritis in a Joint with an Orthopaedic Implant. Laing, A. J., Mullett, H., and Gilmore, M. F.; J Infect 2002, Vol. 44(1) p.43-44 PubMed Summary

How to treat cervical spondylopathy with acupuncture? Hu, J.; J Tradit Chin Med 2002, Vol. 22(2) p.152-153 PubMed Citation

[In Process Citation] (in Ukranian) . Lik Sprava 2002, (2) p.34-36 PubMed Summary

2nd International Scientific Conference on Complementary, Alternative and Integrative Medicine Research. Lie, D.; Medscape 2002, Vol. 4(1) p. Full Text

Shiatsu: another tool for keeping birth normal. Yates, S.; Midwifery Today Int Midwife 2002, (61) p.40-41 PubMed Citation

Functional magnetic resonance imaging detects activation of the visual association cortex during laser acupuncture of the foot in humans. Siedentopf, C. M., Golaszewski, S. M., Mottaghy, F. M., Ruff, C. C., Felber, S., and Schlager, A.; Neurosci Lett 2002, Vol. 327(1) p.53-56 PubMed Abstract

The association of cholecystokinin-A receptor expression with the responsiveness of electroacupuncture analgesic effects in rat. Lee, G., Rho, S., Shin, M., Hong, M., Min, B., and Bae, H.; Neurosci Lett 2002, Vol. 325(1) p.17-20 PubMed Abstract

Use of alternative therapies for menopause symptoms: results of a population-based survey(1). Newton, K. M., Buist, D. S., Keenan, N. L., Anderson, L. A., and LaCroix, A. Z.; Obstet Gynecol 2002, Vol. 100(1) p.18-25 PubMed Abstract

Acupuncture for lower back and pelvic pain in late pregnancy; a retrospective report on 167 consecutive cases. Ternov, N. K., Grennert, L., and Aberg, A.; Pain Med 2002, Vol. 2204-207

Legal issues in alternative health care. Freedman, A.; Phys Med Rehabil Clin N Am 2002, Vol. 13(2) p.247-58, viii PubMed Summary

Re: does acupuncture have additional value to standard poststroke motor rehabilitation?(letter) Ernst, E.; Stroke 2002, Vol. 33(7) p.1744 PubMed Citation

Pseudoaneurysm of the popliteal artery: a rare sequela of acupuncture. Kao, C. L. and Chang, J. P.; Tex Heart Inst J 2002, Vol. 29(2) p.126-129 PubMed Summary

THE TREATMENT OF MODERN WESTERN MEDICAL DISEASES WITH CHINESE MEDICINE (book). Flaws, B. and Sionnuea, P.; Blue Poppy Press 2002, 1-561 Abstract

[In Process Citation](in Norwegian). Aanjesen, T., Senstad, A. C., Lystad, N., and Kvaerner, K. J.; Tidsskr Nor Laegeforen 2002, Vol. 122(9) p.921-923 PubMed Abstract

Acupuncture in the treatment of menopause-related symptoms in women taking tamoxifen. Porzio, G., Trapasso, T., Martelli, S., Sallusti, E., Piccone, C., Mattei, A., Di Stanislao, C., Ficorella, C., and Marchetti, P.; Tumori 2002, Vol. 88(2) p.128-130 PubMed Summary

Morphological study on colonic pathology in ulcerative colitis treated by moxibustion. Wu, H. G., Zhou, L. B., Shi, D. R., Liu, S. M., Liu, H. R., Zhang, B. M., Chen, H. P., and Zhang, L. S.; World J Gastroenterol 2000, Vol. 6(6) p.861-865 Full Text