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Acupuncture, or the use of needles to manipulate the "chi" or body energy, originated in China over 5,000 years ago. Although traditionally used to help patients with migraine headaches, there is inconclusive evidence in support of acupuncture for chronic migraine or tension headache. Although the majority of available studies have shown a trend in favor of acupuncture over placebo, most have been small and methodologically flawed. Blinding and follow-up have not been adequate in most studies, and approaches to placebo-control are variable. Larger trials with clear blinding and controls are necessary before a recommendation can be made for or against acupuncture for this indication. Copyright © 2007 Natural Standard Inc. Read more
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