Research: Acupuncture treats Post-Stroke Depression
“ABSTRACT: Patients with post-stroke depression (PSD) usually experience anxiety, hopelessness, and insomnia, which have a negative impact on their daily activities and post-stroke rehabilitation. Acupuncture (AC), as a minimally invasive technique, has become a popular choice for improving depression symptoms. However, it is still unclear which therapy is associated with the best outcomes for PSD. In this review, we aimed to explore the impact of AC in alleviating symptoms of PSD and to evaluate the difference in effectiveness between AC combined with pharmacotherapies and various non-pharmacotherapies.”
“RESULTS: In our review, we provide an overview of the current research evidence on the effectiveness of Acupuncture alone or in combination with other therapies for the treatment of PSD. Twelve different treatments are included. Among them, there are five therapies of Acupuncture plus non-pharmacotherapy (RTMS, Tai Chi, CT, psychotherapy, moxibustion), while Acupuncture plus pharmacotherapy treatments also include Acupuncture with Western Medicine (prescriptions drugs) and Acupuncture with Traditional Chinese Medicine (herbs)…”
The results indicate that combined therapies, including Acupuncture (including Acupuncture alone) may be more effective in alleviating depression symptoms as compared with Western Medicine. With the highest probability, Acupuncture with Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation seems to be the most effective with the highest probability in treating Post-Stroke Depression.
At Retreatment Wellness in Millcreek, UT, patients suffering from post-stroke depression are treated to a number of modalities including: acupuncture, electric-stimulation acupuncture, scalp acupuncture, transcranial magnetic stimulation, low level laser, cupping therapy, aroma therapy and moxibustion.