Journal article
Effectiveness of Acupuncture for Pain Control After Cesarean Delivery
Abstract
IMPORTANCE: A pharmacological approach to pain control after cesarean delivery is often insufficient on its own. Acupuncture is a promising method for mitigating postoperative pain and reducing postoperative opioid requirements.
OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the efficacy and effectiveness of acupuncture as an adjunctive therapy for pain control after cesarean delivery, compared with a placebo intervention and standard care alone.
Authors
Usichenko TI; Henkel BJ; Klausenitz C; Hesse T; Pierdant G; Cummings M; Hahnenkamp K
Journal
JAMA Network Open, Vol. 5, No. 2,
Publisher
American Medical Association (AMA)
Publication Date
February 1, 2022
DOI
10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2022.0517
ISSN
2574-3805