Many young patients with long-term medical conditions such as cerebral palsy, spinal cord injuries and other brain and musculoskeletal conditions suffer from chronic pain. A new case study of nine patients has found that the practice of acupuncture may be a safe, effective alternative for pain relief in children with such complex medical conditions. The findings show that all nine of the patients in the study experienced some measure of relief, spanning from decreased pain…
Acupuncture offers pain relief for kids with complex medical issues
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