Pain from orthodontic separators can be a real issue for many people. It is a common experience for those undergoing orthodontic treatment. It can be a real problem. To find a better way to manage this pain, a study was done. It looked at how laser therapy at specific points on the body could help. These points are the same ones used in acupuncture. The study i...

Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is a common condition where a nerve in the wrist gets pinched. This can cause pain, numbness, and tingling in the hand and fingers. It's like when you hit your funny bone, but it doesn't go away as quickly. There are several ways to treat this condition. Three traditional methods are manual therapy, massage, and acupuncture. Manual thera...

Adolescent obesity is a significant global health concern. It's not just about how much they weigh; it's about their overall health. To tackle this issue, researchers have looked into complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) treatments. They focused on teens aged 12 to 17 and checked if these treatments could improve body mass index (BMI) or other health markers...

First off, what is electroacupuncture? It is a modern twist on traditional acupuncture. Instead of just needles, electroacupuncture uses a tiny electric current to stimulate the needles. This study wanted to see if zapping muscles with electricity could help with muscle soreness and damage after a tough workout. The researchers focused on a specific type of muscl...