Effects of Acupuncture on Neuropathic Pain: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis (P3.306)

CONCLUSIONS: The majority of trials demonstrate a positive effect of acupuncture over control condition in the treatment of neuropathy. Further more rigorously designed studies are needed to better characterize this effect.Disclosure: Dr. Dimitrova has nothing to disclose. Dr. Murchison has received research support from the National Institute for Neurological Disorders and Stroke. Dr. Oken has received personal compensation for activities with Dr. Willmar Schwabe Pharmaceuticals as a speaker.

Source: Neurology - April 8, 2015 Category: Neurology Authors: Dimitrova, A., Murchison, C., Oken, B. Tags: Pain and Palliative Care Source Type: research