Acupuncture and Moxibustion for Poststroke Depression: Systematic Review.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Poststroke depression (PSD) is a common complication following stroke. In recent years, several systematic reviews have evaluated the effects of moxibustion and acupuncture on PSD; however, their findings have been inconsistent.

Objective

This overview of systematic reviews aimed to assess the methodological quality, reporting quality, and strength of evidence of existing systematic reviews on acupuncture and moxibustion for PSD. In addition, this study also analyzed the limitations of previous studies and suggested directions for future research.

Methods

Systematic reviews concerning acupuncture and moxibustion for PSD published before August 10, 2024, were identified from 8 databases, including PubMed, Embase, Cochrane Library, Web of Science, China Natio

SUBMITTER: Meng L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12530694 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature