Research carried out in 2002 indicated that almost 80% of the world’s population would suffer from some kind of back pain with lower back pain being the most common type. In addition to the high rate of incidence, back pain is also known to have a high rate of recurrence in patients. With patients trying everything from over the counter painkillers to physiotherapy to gain relief from back pain, Acupuncture comes as a welcome change.
Infertility can be a devastating blow to any healthy relationship. Most couples wanting to have children and facing the prospect of infertility undergo a fair amount of economic stress and emotional trauma in trying to conceive. Acupuncture is a great supplementary technique that can be used to cure infertility.
Reuters - A modern twist on traditional acupuncture may bring some pain relief to people with knee arthritis, at least in the short term, a small study suggests.
Title: Back Pain Pictures Slideshow: Myths and Facts About Back Pain
Category: Slideshows
Created: 9/14/2009 3:54:00 PM
Last Editorial Review: 9/16/2009