Summary:
In patients with diabetic polyneuropathy (DPN), acupuncture significantly improved patients’ perceptions of symptom relief and overall acceptability, compared to no acupuncture treatment,
though it was associated with mild discomfort during the treatment sessions.
| PICO | Description |
|---|---|
| Population | Adult patients diagnosed with diabetic polyneuropathy (DPN). |
| Intervention | Acupuncture therapy delivered as part of a structured treatment protocol. |
| Comparison | Patients not receiving acupuncture as part of their therapy. |
| Outcome | Patients receiving acupuncture reported greater overall satisfaction, symptom relief, and perceived effectiveness compared to no acupuncture. Minor treatment-related discomfort was reported but did not discourage future use of acupuncture. |
Source: Marie Bolster, et al. “Patients’ experiences with acupuncture for diabetic polyneuropathy as part of a randomized controlled trial (ACUDPN) – a qualitative study.” Read article here.
