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.
This article provides a brief introduction to the the history and theory of acupuncture, including a traditional Chinese medical view, as well as an easily-understood explanation for the layman.
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Category: Health News
Created: 7/16/2009 7:00:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 7/16/2009
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Category: Doctor's Views
Created: 4/15/2005
Last Editorial Review: 9/9/2009