Durable Effect of Acupuncture for Chronic Neck Pain: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

Chronic neck pain, a prevalent health concern characterized by frequent recurrence, requires exploration of treatment modalities that provide sustained relief. This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to evaluate the durable effects of acupuncture on chronic neck pain.

Methods

We conducted a literature search up to March 2024 in six databases, including PubMed, Embase, and the Cochrane Library, encompassing both English and Chinese language publications. The main focus of evaluation included pain severity, functional disability, and quality of life, assessed at least 3 months post-acupuncture treatment. The risk of bias assessment was conducted using the Cochrane Risk of Bias 2.0 tool, and meta-analyses were performed where applicable.

Results

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SUBMITTER: Fang J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11416387 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature