Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM)

Frequently Asked Questions

17. What are some examples of NIH-sponsored studies of CAM therapies for arthritis?

A study of acupuncture in people with osteoarthritis of the knee recently found that the therapy can reduce pain and improve ability to function in people with this condition. The study was the largest, lengthiest acupuncture study of its kind.

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