A study published in the journal PLOS ONE compared the efficacy and side effects of acupuncture, sham acupuncture, and drugs in the treatment of chronic constipation.

Can acupuncture improve chronic constipation?

Approximately 4 million people in the United States have frequent constipation. Constipation is the most common gastrointestinal complaint, resulting in 2.5 million doctor visits annually.

A study published in the journal PLOS ONE compared the efficacy and side effects of acupuncture, sham acupuncture and drugs in the treatment of chronic constipation.

The study concluded acupuncture is more effective than drugs in improving chronic constipation and has the least side effects.
Acupuncture is proven to be effective, scientific, cost-effective, and free from major side effects.

And remember, the American Acupuncture Council Network is the expert with over 3 decades of experience dealing with a wide range of acupuncture billing issues.


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