To Thomas,
I have been told that there are a few good meta-analyses on the effectiveness
of acupuncture. I would check medline using the keywords acupuncture and
meta-anaylysis if you already haven't done so.
I myself, am a PT who will shortly be working with an acupuncturist. In his
experience, he has treated many patients who had been seen by other health
professionals (including PT's) and had not yet experienced pain relief. In
many cases, it only took 2 acupuncture treatment sessions for complete
resolution of symptoms.
I believe that acupuncture has its place in physiotherapy, however, I will
hopefully have a better idea in the near future of how it can be used
effectively with other modes of treatment.
Good luck with the lit review and let me know if you find anything worth
reporting.
Len Kiroplis, PT
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