Below is a list of sites of general interest about the field of acupuncture as well as links to published research studies. This area of the site will be updated regularly so be sure and check back often.

General Information about the Field of Acupuncture:

National Institute of Health (NIH): Consensus Statement on the efficacy of Acupuncture. Once on the NIH website, go to the Research section to find out about ongoing acupuncture studies or studies currently in recruitment.
World Health Organization (WHO): An extensive list of conditions treated by acupuncture as well as information about the safety of acupuncture as well as ongoing research.
Web MD: Provides research information, links to support groups, and reference material about many health concerns.
American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine (ABORM) is an excellent source for research on acupuncture and reproductive medicine
National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM): A non-profit organization dedicated to establishing and upholding standards of competence and safety in acupuncture and Oriental medicine for the public

Articles and Research Studies:

Infertility:

The Ancient Art of Infertility Treatment
Acupuncture Can Aid Ovulation
Acupuncture May Improve Sperm Quality
Acupuncture to Increase Blood Flow to uterine arteries of infertile women
Substitution of Acupuncture for HCG in Ovulation Induction
Role of acupuncture in the treatment of female infertility

Assisted Reproductive Techniques:

Acupuncture and Assisted Reproductive Therapy

http://www.aborm.org/research/Acu%20ART%20Paulus.html
http://www.aborm.org/research/ICSI.html
Acupuncture and Intracytoplasmic Sperm injection
Acupuncture and Embryo Transfer
Acupuncture during In vitro fertilization and intracytoplasmic sperm injection

Pregnancy:

Pregnancy Low Back Pain
Managing morning sickness
Doulas of North America (DONA): Evidence-based research on the benefits of doulas as well as information on how to find or become a doula. A resource for high quality reading material for expecting mothers, their partners, and families.
Childbirth Connection: A not-for-profit organization that uses the best research about the safety and effectiveness of specific tests, treatments, and interventions in order to empower mothers and their families to make informed decisions about labor and childcare

Menopause:

Hotflashes

Pain Conditions:

Migraines
Arthritis
Fribromyalgia
Acupuncture Helps Kids and Teens With Chronic Pain

Chemotherapy:

Acupuncture for The Side Effects of Chemotherapy

Recommended Yoga Studios

Kula Yoga
Yoga Union/ Center for Back Care and Scoliosis

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