acupuncture

Is Acupuncture Effective for Postpartum Depression?

In a recent meta-analysis, researchers screened electronic databases and analyzed data from randomized controlled trials (RCTs) of acupuncture for the treatment of postpartum depression (PPD). Primary outcomes included improvement in depressive symptoms, as by scores [...]

By MGH Center for Women's Mental Health|2018-11-08T11:00:14-04:00October 22nd, 2018|Alternative & Complementary, Postpartum Depression, Postpartum Psychiatric Disorders, Treatment|Comments Off

Electroacupuncture Effective for Breast Cancer Treatment-Associated Hot Flashes

A recent study examined the effectiveness of electroacupuncture, in which small electric currents are applied to traditional acupuncture needles, in women with breast cancer treatment-associated hot flashes. 120 women with hot flashes were randomized to [...]

By MGH Center for Women's Mental Health|2015-09-22T21:18:42-04:00September 22nd, 2015|Alternative & Complementary, Breast Cancer, Menopausal Symptoms, Treatment, Vasomotor Symptoms|Comments Off