Why Hospitals Are Struggling to Add Acupuncture and Meditation to Pain CareāAnd What It Takes to Fix It
A major NIH trial reveals why integrating acupuncture and guided relaxation into sickle cell clinics is harder than expected.
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A major NIH trial reveals why integrating acupuncture and guided relaxation into sickle cell clinics is harder than expected.
Electroacupuncture and specialized scalp techniques are combining ancient acupuncture with modern electrical stimulation to treat chronic pain, trauma, and...
Scientists are raising red flags about how acupuncture studies are being analyzed for fibromyalgia treatment.
Thailand's Chiang Mai blends traditional medicine with modern hospitals, attracting wellness-focused travelers seeking affordable, accessible integrative care.
Modern integrative clinics are moving beyond acupuncture alone, combining orthopedic needling, personalized herbal medicine, and lifestyle coaching to help busy professionals recover faster and stay injury-free.
Yosemite Medical Clinic now offers acupuncture and other alternative therapies alongside conventional careāa model that could reshape healthcare in underserved areas.
Mozambique's first integrative medicine course trained 134 medical students in evidence-based holistic care, with 100% passing rates and high satisfaction.
The male menopause treatment market is expected to nearly triple by 2035, driven by better awareness of andropause and a shift away from stigma around men's hormonal health.
New research shows that how doctors discuss alternative medicine matters more than what they sayāand patient satisfaction may matter more than changing beliefs.
New study reveals which middle-aged and older Chinese adults turn to herbal remedies for dyslipidemia, and the surprising factors driving their choices.
The alternative healthcare market is booming with $39 billion in revenue and 3.3% annual growth, driven by younger adults seeking acupuncture, herbal remedies, and holistic wellness.
New research shows only 32 studies exist on AI in alternative medicineārevealing a massive gap that could impact your healthcare choices.
These health terms get tossed around constantly, but they mean very different thingsāand knowing the difference could change how you approach your care.
The VA is expanding complementary medicine options for veterans, blending acupuncture, herbs, and meditation with traditional care starting April 2026.
A prominent alternative medicine doctor joins CBS News, sparking debate over whether 'functional medicine' is legitimate healthcare or rebranded pseudoscience.
Researchers are using thermal cameras to identify the best acupuncture points for knee arthritis, potentially making treatments more precise and effective.
Ancient Chinese medicine techniques show promise for reducing heavy menstrual bleeding through targeted acupuncture and personalized herbal formulas.
A massive review of 248 studies found most popular autism treatments like acupuncture and probiotics lack solid evidenceāand many weren't even tested for safety.
About 25% of chronic kidney disease patients now use alternative therapies like herbs and Traditional Chinese Medicine alongside conventional treatment.
Nearly 76% of rheumatoid arthritis patients are turning to alternative medicineāfrom omega-3s to acupunctureāto manage pain and inflammation alongside conventional care.
Nearly 76% of rheumatoid arthritis patients use alternative medicine alongside conventional care. Here's what the science says about omega-3s, herbal remedies, and mind-body therapies.
Three-quarters of rheumatoid arthritis patients now use complementary treatments alongside traditional medicine to manage chronic pain and inflammation.
New research reveals mind-body approaches like hypnotherapy can reduce hot flashes by 80%, offering drug-free relief for menopause symptoms.
A 2,500-year-old healing tradition from China's Dai ethnic minority is drawing patients nationwide, with some experiencing dramatic recovery after just two treatments.
Traditional acupuncture is transforming with laser technology, AI integration, and data-driven treatments as it moves into mainstream healthcare.
Naturopathic medicine has exploded in popularity, with usage jumping from 0.2% to 1.3% of US adults in just 20 yearsāhere's what's driving the trend.
New research reveals acupuncture's pain-relieving effects last up to a year, with studies showing it works as well as common pain medications.
The World Health Organization just launched a massive digital library with 1.6 million traditional medicine resources and AI tools to bridge ancient healing with modern science.
Naturopathic medicine usage jumped from 0.2% to 1.3% of US adults in 20 years, but licensing varies wildly by stateāand insurance coverage is limited.
New research reveals how integrating naturopathy with conventional medicine could transform healthcare, but significant hurdles remain.
New research reveals 16.4% of herbal products from developing countries contain dangerous contaminants above safety limits.
The global alternative medicine market is exploding to $1.3 trillion by 2033, but insurance gaps and regulatory hurdles keep many treatments out of reach.