Is Acupuncture Helpful in the treatment of Hot Flushes?
There is a wealth of research into the effectiveness of TCM on hot flushes, specifically those experienced as a side effect of Tamoxifen. 1 Lahans (2007) cites case studies, whilst 2 Wolfe (1998) reports on several trials undertaken in China. A more recent trial in Norway was reported in April 2008 at the 6th European Breast Cancer Conference in Berlin, available on the ECCO website. Hervik reported a 50% decrease in the incidence of hot flushes in women receiving acupuncture after taking Tamoxifen. 3 Filshie et al (2005) also report good treatment outcomes using acupuncture .
