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Acupuncture for Pediatric Pain and Symptom Management Pediatric Clinics of North America
This article provides a clear and concise overview of acupuncture including definitions, research studies, history, concepts...
Acupuncture in palliative care Supportive Care in Cancer
Abstract:  Acupuncture involves the insertion of needles into designated acupuncture points to aid in the treatment of...
Can a Standardized Acupuncture Technique Palliate Disabling Breathlessness. Journal: CHEST
Abstract:  Study objectives: The management of disabling breathlessness is poor, and a standardized form of acupuncture...
Guidelines for clinical research in acupuncture WHO Regional Publications
The attached file is a PDF document created by the World Health Organization in 1995.    "The guidelines aim...
Metaanalysis of Acustimulation Effects on Postoperative Nausea and Vomiting in Children Journal: Explore
This study seeks to determine the effects of acustimulation on postoperative nausea and vomiting (PONV) in children. ...
NIH Consensus Statement on Acupuncture NIH
Abstract:  The objective of this NIH Consensus Statement is to inform the biomedical research and clinical practice...
Use of Complementary & Alternative Medicine in HIV/AIDS Palliative Care The Center for Palliative Care Education
This attachment is a power point presentation resource from the Center for Palliative Care Education.  It provides a...