Acupuncture for patients with chronic functional constipation: A randomized controlled trial

Conclusions & InterferencesThe three acupuncture treatments were as effective as mosapride in improving stool frequency and stool consistency in CFC, but the magnitude of the treatment effect is unknown due to the lack of sham acupuncture control.

The effectiveness of acupuncture in the treatment of chronic functional constipation is unknown. Our study result showed that acupuncture treatments are as effective as mosapride in improving stool frequency and stool consistency.

Source: Neurogastroenterology and Motility - February 1, 2018 Category: Gastroenterology Authors: H. Zheng, Z. ‐S. Liu, W. Zhang, M. Chen, F. Zhong, X.‐H. Jing, P.‐J. Rong, W.‐Z. Zhu, F.‐C. Wang, Z.‐B. Liu, C.‐Z. Tang, S.‐J. Wang, M.‐Q. Zhou, Y. Li, B. Zhu Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research