Efficacy of acupuncture (Jin's three-needle) on motor symptoms and anxiety in patients with Parkinson's disease: protocol for a multicentre, randomised, assessor-blinded clinical trial.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Parkinson's disease (PD) has a significant impact on a substantial number of individuals in China. Notably, 31% of patients with PD also grapple with the additional burden of anxiety. This dual challenge of managing both PD and anxiety underscores the complexity of the condition and the diverse range of symptoms patients may experience. Considering the circumstances, the cost and potential drawbacks associated with traditional antiparkinsonian drugs become increasingly relevant. Acupuncture emerges as a significant non-pharmacological adjunct therapy. Offering a potentially safer and more cost-effective option, acupuncture addresses the pressing need for holistic and complementary treatments that may alleviate both the motor symptoms of PD and the accompanying anxiety.

SUBMITTER: Liu X 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10982807 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature