Randomized trial of acupuncture for nicotine withdrawal symptoms

Author(s): White, A. R., Resch, K. L. , Ernst, E.

Journal/Book: Arch Int Med. 1998; 158(20): 2251-2255.

Abstract: Background: Acupuncture is frequently used for smoking cessation. Positive results from uncontrolled studies have not been supported by meta-analysis of controlled trials. One possible reason for this is that the optimal acupuncture technique was not applied or that the technique was not repeated sufficiently often. Methods: A randomized, sham-controlled trial was performed with 2 parallel treatment arms; the participant and the evaluator were unaware of which treatment was received. Seventy-six adults who wanted to stop smoking received eit ymptoms were measured by visual analog scale scores recorded in a daily diary for 14 days; smoking cessation was confirmed objectively. ceived a sham procedure were abstinent on day 14. Conclusion: This form of electroacupuncture is no more effective than placebo in reducing nicotine withdrawal symptoms.

Keyword(s): acu. cr. rct

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