Abstract:
OBJECTIVE: To observe clinical therapeutic effect of acupuncture and moxibustion combined with a psychological approach on chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS).
METHODS: The treatment was given by acupuncture plus moxibustion combined with a psychological approach based on differentiation of symptoms and signs in 310 cases.
RESULTS: Of 310 cases observed, 275 cases (88.7%) were clinically cured, 28 cases (9%) improved, and 7 cases (2.3%) failed.
CONCLUSION: Acupuncture plus moxibustion combined with a psychological approach is an effective therapy for CFS.
Source: Guo J.Chronic fatigue syndrome treated by acupuncture and moxibustion in combination with psychological approaches in 310 cases. J Tradit Chin Med. 2007 Jun;27(2):92-5. http://www.journaltcm.com/modules/Journal/contents/stories/072/3.pdf (Full article)