Acupuncture and Auricular Acupressure for Menopausal Hot Flashes
January 17th, 2012
Question :
The vasomotor symptoms of menopause such as hot flashes and palpitations are treated with hormones. Is acupuncture and auricular acupressure effective for menopausal hot flashes?
Answer :
Acupuncture and auricular significantly reduced the severity and the frequency of hot flashes. Hormone replacement therapy had a greater effect.
Reference :
Acupuncture and Auricular Acupressure in Relieving Menopausal Hot Flashes of Bilaterally Ovariectomized Chinese Women: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Evid Based Complement Alternat Med. 2009 Feb 2.
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