Efficacy of Acupuncture in Patients with Fibromyalgia Syndrome: A Meta-Analysis - PubMed
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- Acupuncture significantly reduces pain and stiffness in patients with fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS), with benefits persisting long-term.
- Improvements in quality of life, mental health, anxiety, depression, and energy were observed only in the short term.
- No significant overall improvements were found for physical function or fatigue.
- High-session-frequency acupuncture was associated with better physical function, while electrical stimulation acupuncture helped reduce fatigue and tender points.