Acupuncture for allergic rhinitis: protocol for a systematic review and network meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Allergic rhinitis (AR) is a widespread inflammatory disorder of the nasal mucosa affecting millions globally. The increasing prevalence of AR underscores the need for effective treatment modalities. Acupuncture has been identified as a potential non-pharmacological intervention for AR due to its effects on autonomic nerve functions and neuroendocrine and immune networks. However, a comprehensive evaluation of different acupuncture techniques through high-quality, evidence-based research is still needed.

Methods and analysis

Randomised controlled trials of different acupuncture-related therapies for postmenopausal osteoporosis will be searched in the following databases from 1 January 2002 to 31 December 2022, including PubMed, Embase, Cochrane Library, Web of Sc

SUBMITTER: Chen Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11694227 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature