Acupoint Stimulation for Fibromyalgia: A Systematic Review of Randomized Controlled Trials

Acupoint Stimulation for Fibromyalgia: A Systematic Review of Randomized Controlled Trials

Background. Acupoint stimulation is popular for treatment of fibromyalgia though there is lack of comprehensive evaluation of current clinical evidence for its effect and safety. Objective. To systematically review the beneficial effects and safety of acupoint stimulation for fibromyalgia. Methods....

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Main Authors:	Cao, Huijuan, Li, Xun, Han, Mei, Liu, Jianping
Format:	Online
Language:	English
Published:	Hindawi Publishing Corporation 2013
Online Access:	https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3877582/

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