Acupuncture for Ménière's Syndrome: A Systematic Review
Author Information
Author(s): Andrew F. Long, Xing Mei, Morgan Ken, Brettle Alison
Primary Institution: University of Leeds
Hypothesis
What is the effectiveness of acupuncture in treating Ménière's syndrome?
Conclusion
The review suggests that acupuncture may have beneficial effects for individuals with Ménière's syndrome, particularly for those in an acute phase.
Supporting Evidence
- Acupuncture showed a total effectiveness rate of 100% in some studies.
- Three randomized controlled trials indicated a statistically significant benefit of acupuncture.
- Evidence suggests beneficial effects for both acute and chronic phases of Ménière's syndrome.
Takeaway
This study looked at many papers about acupuncture for a balance and hearing problem called Ménière's syndrome and found that acupuncture might help people feel better.
Methodology
A systematic review of English and Chinese literature, including randomized, non-randomized, and observational studies.
Potential Biases
Potential publication bias due to the predominance of positive results in the included studies.
Limitations
The quality of evidence varies, and most studies were conducted in China, which may limit generalizability.
Participant Demographics
Patients with Ménière's syndrome, primarily from China, with varying durations of the disease.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.01
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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