Effect of acupuncture on somatic symptom disorder: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

The rising prevalence of somatic symptom disorder (SSD) lacks specific treatment options. While acupuncture shows promise for mental health, its efficacy for SSD remains unclear. This systematic review and meta-analysis aims to clarify the evidence on acupuncture's effectiveness for SSD.

Methods

Eight databases including PubMed, Embase, Cochrane Library, Web of Science (WoS), China National Knowledge Internet (CNKI), etc. were searched from the inception to 15 March 2024. Randomized controlled trials (RCTs) that assessed the effect of acupuncture used alone or in combination with other therapies for SSD were included. Two independent reviewers performed study screening and data extraction. Risk of bias of included studies was assessed using Cochrane Risk-of-Bias (R

SUBMITTER: Zhao F 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12521258 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature