Studies And Articles
We would like to provide a specially curated list of studies and articles regarding acupuncture and other forms of medicine for your convenience. Enjoy!
Our Experts In The Media
Kristen Burris as a featured expert and quoted in popular parenting and pregnancy website Romper.com:
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Can Acupuncture Help With Infertility? One Acupunturist Explains
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How To Use Black Cohosh To Induce Labor, According To Experts
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Kristen Burris featured as an expert in this article about the most common female medical problems under diagnosed too often:
5 Female Medical Problems That Are Overlooked Or Under-Diagnosed Too Often
Can You Make Your Cervical Mucus More Fertile? 6 Things To Try
Does Ovulation Make You Moody? Here's What Experts Have To Say About Those Low-High Emotions
How Accurate Are Pregnancy Tests? They're No Etch-A-Sketch, That's For Sure
Infertility & Women’s Health
Midwifery Conferences Lecture Resources
Miscarriage Reduced, Ectopic Pregnancy Reduced, IVF Increased all with Acupuncture
Acupuncture Can Help Survivors of Breast Cancer
Influence of Acupuncture on the Pregnancy Rate in Patients who Undergo Reproduction Therapy
Acupuncture Reduces Side Effects of Breast Cancer Treatment As Much as Conventional Drug Therapy
Secrets of the Deep Sea – Hormone Balancing During Menopause
The Ancient Art of Infertility Treatment
Dieterle, S., Li, C., Greb, R., Bartzsch, F., Hatzmann, W., & Huang, D. (2009). A prospective randomized placebo-controlled study of the effect of acupuncture in infertile patients with severe oligoasthenozoospermia. Fertility and Sterility, 92(4), 1340–1343. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.fertnstert.2009.02.041
Giese, N., Kwon, K. K., & Armour, M. (2023). Acupuncture for endometriosis: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Integrative Medicine Research, 12(4), 101003. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.imr.2023.101003
Gupta, N., Bhandari, S., Agrawal, P., Ganguly, I., & Singh, A. (2017). Effect of endometrial cavity fluid on pregnancy rate of fresh versus frozen In Vitro fertilization cycle. Journal of Human Reproductive Sciences, 10(4), 288. https://doi.org/10.4103/0974-1208.223282
Li, P. S., Peng, X. M., Niu, X. X., Xu, L., Ng, E. H. Y., Wang, C. C., Dai, J. F., Lu, J., & Liang, R. N. (2023). Efficacy of acupuncture for endometriosis-associated pain: a multicenter randomized single-blind placebo-controlled trial. Fertility and Sterility, 119(5), 815–823. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.fertnstert.2023.01.034
Magarelli, P. C., Gao, F., & Cridennda, D. K. (2019). Human growth hormone coupled with the CMAP acupuncture protocol (GH-CMAP) enhances blastocyst formation and clinical pregnancy rates. Fertility and Sterility, 112(3), e187. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.fertnstert.2019.07.604
Pei, J., Strehler, E., Noss, U., Abt, M., Piomboni, P., Baccetti, B., & Sterzik, K. (2005). Quantitative evaluation of spermatozoa ultrastructure after acupuncture treatment for idiopathic male infertility. Fertility and Sterility, 84(1), 141–147. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.fertnstert.2004.12.056
Rubin, L. H., Opsahl, M. S., Wiemer, K. E., Mist, S. D., & Caughey, A. B. (2015). Impact of whole systems traditional Chinese medicine on in-vitro fertilization outcomes. Reproductive Biomedicine Online, 30(6), 602–612. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rbmo.2015.02.005
Yu, L., Cao, L., Xie, J., Shi, Y., Zhou, L., He, T., & Chu, X. (2020a). [Efficacy and mechanism of electroacupuncture on insulin resistant polycystic ovary syndrome]. PubMed, 40(4), 379–383. https://doi.org/10.13703/j.0255-2930.20190903-k0003
Yu, L., Cao, L., Xie, J., Shi, Y., Zhou, L., He, T., & Chu, X. (2020b). [Efficacy and mechanism of electroacupuncture on insulin resistant polycystic ovary syndrome]. PubMed, 40(4), 379–383. https://doi.org/10.13703/j.0255-2930.20190903-k0003
Injury & Pain
Stanford Acupuncture Opioid Drug Abuse Knee Replacement Finding
U.S. Military Using Acupuncture to Help Remedy Combat Concussions
Acupuncturist Helps Wounded Marines
Acupuncture Boosts Effects of Pain Killers, Natural or Prescribed
Acupuncture Helps Chronic Headaches According to Largest Study
General
How Traditional Chinese Medicine Can Help You Run a Marathon
Acupuncture May Help Exercise Tolerance, Says German Study
Tai Chi Helps Reduce Arthritis Says Tufts University Study
Slow Movements of Tai Chi Activates Muscles More Effectively, Study Finds
Chinese Herbs May Help Heart and Arteries
Acupuncture Helps Patients With Fibromyalgia
1997 NIH Consensus Development Statement on Acupuncture
Study Shows Acupuncture Effective for Weight Loss
Acupuncture Effective for Allergic Rhinitis
Acupuncture Improves Memory and Learning Capacity
Acupuncture May be Effective Treatment for Tinnitus
Here are some other top benefits to acupuncture therapy that you may experience, especially in regards to women’s health
Hormonal Balance:
Acupuncture therapy has been shown to regulate hormonal imbalances, making it particularly beneficial for women experiencing menstrual irregularities, menopause symptoms, or fertility issues. By stimulating specific acupoints, acupuncture helps promote the proper functioning of the endocrine system, leading to more balanced hormone levels and alleviating symptoms such as hot flashes, mood swings, and irregular periods.
Stress Reduction:
Women often face high levels of stress due to various factors such as work pressure, family demands, and societal expectations. Acupuncture therapy offers a natural and effective way to reduce stress and promote relaxation. By targeting key acupoints associated with stress relief, acupuncture helps release tension, calm the mind, and improve overall emotional well-being. This can lead to better sleep, increased energy levels, and a greater sense of inner peace.
Pain Management:
From menstrual cramps to chronic pain conditions, many women struggle with physical discomfort on a regular basis. Acupuncture therapy has been found to be highly effective in managing pain and promoting pain relief without the need for medication. By stimulating the body's natural pain-relieving mechanisms, acupuncture helps reduce inflammation, improve blood circulation, and release endorphins, resulting in significant pain reduction and improved quality of life.
Digestive Health:
Women are more prone to digestive issues such as bloating, constipation, and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) due to hormonal fluctuations and stress. Acupuncture therapy can help restore balance to the digestive system by targeting acupoints related to gastrointestinal function. This can improve digestion, alleviate symptoms of bloating and discomfort, and promote regular bowel movements, leading to better overall digestive health.
Emotional Well-being:
Women often experience fluctuations in mood and emotional well-being throughout their lives, especially during hormonal transitions such as puberty, pregnancy, and menopause. Acupuncture therapy offers a holistic approach to addressing emotional imbalances by harmonizing the body, mind, and spirit. By stimulating specific acupoints associated with emotional regulation, acupuncture can help reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and mood swings, fostering a greater sense of emotional stability and resilience.