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ACUPUNCTURE AND MASSAGE THERAPY REDUCE PAIN OF ARTHRITIS

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A recent study determined that Acupuncture combined with Massage Therapy reduced the pain experienced by patients with Rheumatoid Arthritis.

Results of the study found that 91.2% of 48 participants said the combination treatment was effective in relieving the symptoms of their arthritis.

Results were as follows:

• 50% reported overall improvement with Acupuncture and Massage Therapy.
• 29.2% said the treatment had a "remarkable effect" on their condition.
• 12.5% experienced clinical recovery after treatment.
• 8.3% found the treatment ineffective.

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SOURCE: Acupuncture Today, immv.acupuncturetoday.com, July 2000.