February 24, 2011
New research from the University of Gothenburg, Sweden, has revealed that acupuncture and physical exercise improve hormone levels and menstrual bleeding pattern in women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). PCOS is a common disorder that affects up to 10 per cent of all women of childbearing age. Women with PCOS frequently have irregular ovulation and [...]
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January 26, 2011
Evidence from 27 trials, involving nearly 3,000 women suggests that acupuncture is effective for period pain. The women in the studies who received acupuncture, reported significantly less pain than those receiing conventional treatment. Read the full report from the BBC here: http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/health/8518745.stm
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