Used in healing practices for centuries, modern versions of these spiky mats are increasingly popular, and many people find them invaluable. Here’s what the science says ...

I took my bags to Verdala Wellness Hotel to seek out the trending therapies I've been hearing everyone talk about this ...

Acupuncture improved the sleep of cancer survivors faced with chronic pain, opening the door to nonpharmacological methods of sustainable pain management, according to a recent study. Here’s some ...

The researchers compared real acupuncture with ‘sham acupuncture,’ where they performed the procedure without sharp tips or otherwise prevented the needles from fully entering the skin. At the end of ...

Acupuncture improved sleep quality among patients with Parkinson's disease, a single-center randomized trial showed. "We preliminarily conclude that although sham acupuncture may induce a short-term ...

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A 2-week course of auricular acupressure, a traditional therapy targeted at stimulating the central nervous system, in adults with functional dyspepsia and insomnia was associated with improved sleep ...

If you’re one of the tens of millions of people in the U.S. who suffer from insomnia — which is difficulty falling and/or staying asleep — could acupuncture be an effective treatment? Overall, 50 to ...

Since acupressure mats have a prickly surface, Moy warns that they may cause skin abrasions. As a result, your mat may be ...

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Share on Pinterest Acupuncture could help improve sleep in people receiving treatment for Parkinson’s disease. Image credit: tekinturkdogan/Getty Images. A new study examined how acupuncture affects ...

In a recent study published in JAMA Network Open, researchers investigated whether acupuncture, previously used as an additional therapy alongside other medications for Parkinson's disease, improves ...