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Each article answers one question patients ask me, with what the research and UK guidance say, and where the evidence is limited.
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Acupuncture for migraines: does it help?
Read the article: Acupuncture for migraines: does it help?Acupuncture can give some people short-term relief from migraine. What the trials found, why sham needling did well too, and what a course involves.
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Acupuncture for migraines: does it help?
Acupuncture can give some people short-term relief from migraine. What the trials found, why sham needling did well too, and what a course involves.
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Acupuncture for back pain: does it help?
I’m a doctor who uses acupuncture for back pain, and the honest answer is more mixed than most clinic websites suggest. This article covers what the research shows, why expert bodies disagree, and what a session involves.
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Does facial cosmetic acupuncture hurt?
It’s the question I’m asked most often. Here’s what the needles are like, what you’ll feel, and what I do to keep you comfortable.
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The side effects and downsides of facial cosmetic acupuncture
I’m a doctor, and I enjoy giving facial acupuncture. But it isn’t right for everyone. Here’s an honest look at the side effects and downsides, so you can decide whether it’s for you.
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