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[+] 30 points 2 years ago (4 children)
  • [–] -2 points 2 years ago (2 children)

    I thought it was shown that it definitely helps, but it really doesn’t matter where the needles are placed, just that you are poked.

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  • [–] 6 points 2 years ago

    I don’t doubt it may work for some people (placebo maybe?) but not for me. I have sinusitis, I was told that I may breathe well with acupuncture. Five sessions later, zero improvement, and a lot of money spent. The guy told me that I may need 5 more sessions because somehow my body was not reacting as expected…. For free? No, paying again. No, thanks.

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  • [–] 1 point 2 years ago

    Any study that shows positive effect is funded by the chinese goverment. Like 100% of thise studies show positive effect. Nothing else on the market that isnt snake oil shows 100% positive effect. Pushing TCM is chinese goverment way of increasing its political influence around the world.

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  • [–] -3 points 2 years ago (1 child)

    I think more research should be done as it may interact with the interstitium which is a relatively new discovery and may provide a scientific explanation.

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  • [+] -6 points 2 years ago (1 child)

    I'd disagree. Even as a sample of one, I benefitted from it greatly from treating my sinus and LBP. For a bit of context, this is in Singapore where we have a formal medical board to regulate TCM and acupuncture, and physicians undergo years of college education. Laws are also present to deter abuse and protect patients.

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