Acupuncture using pattern-identification for the treatment of insomnia disorder: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials

ConclusionsAcupuncture using pattern identification led to significantly improved total effectiveness rate compared to medication. With regard to PSQI, as compared to the control group, acupuncture using pattern identification was similar to medication. However, this study has limitations of high risk of bias, not using a standardized pattern-diagnosis-treatment and not comparing with standarized acupuncture without pattern identification.
Source: Integrative Medicine Research - Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research