A pilot study by researchers at the University of Arizona confirmed that acupuncture treats major depression successfully in women.
Depression is reportedly one of the top medical conditions in the US. About 50% of depression sufferers that pursue treatment are not helped by medication. Of those who recover, more than one third relapses within eighteen months. This suggests that alternative treatment may be very helpful for those who suffer from depression.
In the study adult women with mild to moderate depression were treated with acupuncture according to the principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine, each for her own specific pattern of symptoms. After finishing the acupuncture treatment of depression, 70% of women experienced at least a 50% reduction of symptoms, results comparable to the success rate of psychotherapy and medication.
This study is important because it is the first randomized, controlled, double-blinded study of acupuncture’s effectiveness for depression reported in Western scientific literature.
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At our Edina MN acupuncture clinic we treat depression in women (and men) every week. Patients trust us because the advanced method of acupuncture that we use brings quick and effective results.
If you live in the Minneapolis/ St. Paul, Twin Cities area and suffer from depression call Complete Oriental Medical Care today at 952-831-8080 to set up our appointment for better health.
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