Abstract
This study evaluated the efficacy of acupuncture treatment in women with menstrual irregularities and amenorrhea following medium to long-term (18 months to 5 years) use of oral contraceptives. The acupoints selected for treatment were chosen according to the nature of the energetic imbalance according to Chinese medical theory. Treatment evaluation parameters included general condition; presence, regularity and character of menstrual flow; basal body temperature and midcycle LH levels. Results: Regular menstrual cycles resumed in 32 (84%) of the 38 subjects.
| Original language | English (US) |
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| Pages (from-to) | 117-121 |
| Number of pages | 5 |
| Journal | American Journal of Acupuncture |
| Volume | 22 |
| Issue number | 2 |
| State | Published - Jan 1 1994 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Complementary and alternative medicine
- Clinical Neurology