Table 3.
Outcome | 12 Treatments | 9–11 Treatments | 6–8 Treatments |
---|---|---|---|
Pain reduction | 83% | 68% | 60% |
Depression reduction | 78% | 69% | 58% |
Anxiety reduction | 41% | 38% | 28% |
Sleep quality improvement | 53% | 42% | 35% |
Source: Lu et al. (29), Effectiveness of acupuncture in treating patients with pain and mental health concerns: the results of the Alberta Complementary Health Integration Project.