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1 Beck, R.
Möglichkeiten und Grenzen der Schmerztherapie mit Akupunktur in der nervenärztlichen Praxis
Eine Katamnesestudie
EHK, 1999, 48(7), 415-426

Acupuncture, Observational trial, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Nervous system, Retrospective design, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine

2 Riet, G. ter; Kleijnen, J.; Knipschild, P.
Acupuncture and chronic pain
A criteria-based meta-analysis
J Clin Epidemiol, 1990, 43(11), 1191-1199

Acupuncture, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Meta-analysis, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine

Abstract: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/2147032

3 Wettig, D.
Retrospektive Analyse in einer Schmerzambulanz
ÄN, 2003, 44(6), 414-423

Acupuncture, Observational trial, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Retrospective design, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine

4 Berg-de Lange, I. van den; Wesseldijk, F.; Niehof, S.; Huygen, F.J.P.M.; Zijlstra, F.J.
Registration of effects after acupuncture in complex regional pain syndrome by computer-assisted video thermography
FACT, 2003, 8(4), 545 (Abstract; Symposiumsbeitrag)

Acupuncture, Observational trial, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine

5 Secor, E.R.; Blumberg, J.H.; Markow, M.J.; MacKenzie, Y.; Thrall, R.S.
Implementation of outcome measures in a complementary and alternative medicine clinic
Evidence of decreased pain and improved quality of life
J Altern Complement Med, 2004, 10(3), 506-513

Acupuncture, Observational trial, Chiropractic, Data collection, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Manual therapy, Pain, Theory, Traditional Chinese medicine

Abstract: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/15253855

6 Michalsen, A.; Hoffmann, B.; Moebus, S.; Bäcker, M.; Langhorst, J.; Dobos, G.J.
Incorporation of fasting therapy in an integrative medicine ward
Evaluation of outcome, safety, and effects on lifestyle adherence in a large prospective cohort study
J Altern Complement Med, 2005, 11(4), 601-607

Acupuncture, Observational trial, Chronic diseases, Fasting, Hydrotherapy, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Lifestyle modification, Mind-body medicine, Physical therapy, Jeûne aux jus, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine

Abstract: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/16131283

7 Hammes, M.G.; Flatau, B.; Bäcker, M.; Ehinger, S.; Conrad, B.; Tölle, T.R.
Wirkung der Akupunktur auf die affektive und sensorische Schmerzbewertung
Schmerz, 2002, 16(2), 103-113

Acupuncture, Observational trial, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine

Abstract: https://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s00482-002-0147-0

8 Leung, A.; Khadivi, B.; Duann, J.-R.; Cho, Z.H.; Yaksh, T.
The effect of ting point (Tendinomuscular Meridians) electroacupuncture on thermal pain
A model of studying the neuronal mechanism of acupuncture analgesia
J Altern Complement Med, 2005, 11(4), 653-661

Acupuncture, Observational trial, Electroacupuncture, Research, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Modelling, Nervous system, Pain, Theory, Traditional Chinese medicine

Abstract: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/16131289

9 Zeltzer, L.K.; Tsao, J.C.; Stelling, C.; Powers, M.; Levy, S.; Waterhouse, M.
A phase I study on the feasibility and acceptibility of an acupuncture/hypnosis intervention for chronic pediatric pain
J Pain Symptom Manage, 2002, 24(4), 437-446

Acupuncture, Observational trial, Hypnosis, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Mind-body medicine, Pediatrics, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine

Abstract: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/12505213

10 Weidenhammer, W.; Menz, G.; Streng, A.; Linde, K.; Melchart, D.
Akupunktur bei chronischen Schmerzpatienten
Behandlungsergebnisse - Rolle des Akupunkteurs
Schmerz, 2006, 20(5), 418-432

Acupuncture, Observational trial, Attitude, Assesment, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Patient satisfaction, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine

Abstract: https://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s00482-006-0471-x

11 Vickers, A.J.; Rusch, V.W.; Malhotra, V.T.; Downey, R.J.; Cassileth, B.R.
Acupuncture is a feasible treatment for post-thoracotomy pain
Results of a prospective pilot trial
BMC Anesthesiol, 2006, 6(5), 1-8

Acupuncture, Observational trial, Surgery, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Postoperative complaints, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine

Abstract: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/16672065

12 Weidenhammer, W.; Linde, K.; Streng, A.; Hoppe, A.; Melchart, D.
Acupuncture for chronic low back pain in routine care
A multicenter observational study
Clin J Pain, 2007, 23, 128-135

Acupuncture, Observational trial, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Low back pain, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine, Chronic pain

Abstract: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/17237661

13 Molsberger, A.; Böwing, G.
Akupunktur bei Schmerzen des Bewegungsapparats
Kritische Analyse klinischer Studien unter besonderer Berücksichtigung der handwerklichen Qualität der Akupunktur
1997, 11, 24-29

Acupuncture, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Meta-analysis, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine

Abstract: https://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s004820050065

14 Clement-Jones, V.; Tomlin, S.; Rees, L.H.; McLoughlin, L.; Besser, G.M.; Wen, H.L.
Increased beta-endorphin but not metenkephalin levels in human cerebrospinal fluid after acupuncture for recurrent pain
Lancet, 1980, 946-948

Acupuncture, Observational trial, Endocrinology, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Nervous system, Neurophysiology, Physiology, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine, Endorphin

Abstract: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/6107591

15 Jessel-Kenyon, J.; Ni, C.; Blott, B.; Hopwood, V.
Studies with acupuncture using a SQUID bio-magnetometer
A preliminary report
Complemen Med Res, 1992, 6(3), 142-151

Acupuncture, Observational trial, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Placebo-controlled, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine

16 Junnila, S.Y.T.
Long-term treatment of chronic pain with acupuncture
Part I
Acupunct Electrother Res, 1987, 12, 23-36

Acupuncture, Observational trial, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine, Chronic pain

Abstract: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/2883834

17 Junnila, S.Y.T.
Long-term treatment of chronic pain with acupuncture
Part II
Acupunct Electrother Res, 1987, 12, 125-138

Acupuncture, Observational trial, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine, Chronic pain

Abstract: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/2890274

18 Patel, M.S.; Gutzwiller, F.; Paccaud, F.; Marazzi, A.
An meta-analysis of acupuncture for chronic pain
Int J Epidemiol, 1989, 18(4), 900-906

Acupuncture, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Meta-analysis, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine, Chronic pain

Abstract: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/2695475

19 Petrie, J.; Hazleman, B.
Credibility of placebo transcutaneous nerve stimulation and acupuncture
Clin Exp Rheumatol, 1985, 3, 151-153

Acupuncture, Observational trial, Electrotherapy, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Physical therapy, Placebo, Pain, Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS), Traditional Chinese medicine

Abstract: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/4017314

20 Poentinen, P.J.; Hakkarainen, H.; Ketovuori, H.; Salmela, J.
Stimulation-produced analgesia in treatment of postoperative low back pain
Am J Acu, 1979, 1(7), 61-66

Acupuncture, Disc damage (intervertebral), Observational trial, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Surgery, Electroacupuncture, Electrotherapy, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Low back pain, Physical therapy, Postoperative complaints, Pain, Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS), Traditional Chinese medicine

21 Yuen, R.W.M.; Vaughan, R.J.; Dyer, H.; Giles, K.E.
The response to acupuncture therapy in patients with chronic disabling pain
Med J Australia, 1976, 1, 862-865

Acupuncture, Observational trial, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine, Chronic pain

Abstract: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/135199

22 Berg, I. van den; Liem, Y.S.; Wesseldijk, F.; Hop, W.; Zijlstra, F.J.; Hunink, M.
Effects of self-directed reiki and concentration on cutaneous microvascular perfusion of the fingers
FACT, 2007, 12(Suppl. 1), 6-7 (Abstract; Symposiumsbeitrag)

Acupuncture, Observational trial, Diagnostics, Gynaecology, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Menstrual disorders, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine

23 Weidenhammer, W.; Streng, A.; Linde, K.; Hoppe, A.; Melchart, D.
Acupuncture for chronic pain within the research program of 10 German Health Insurance Funds
Basic results from an observational study
Complement Ther Med, 2007, 15(4), 238-246

Acupuncture, Observational trial, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine, Chronic pain

Abstract: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18054725

24 Leung, A.; Kim, S.; Schulteis, G.; Yaksh, T.
The effect of acupuncture duration on analgesia and peripheral sensory thresholds
BMC Complement Altern Med, 2008, 8, 18; (1-22)

Acupuncture, Observational trial, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Nervous system, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine

Abstract: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18452622

25 Berkovitz, S.; Cummings, M.; Perrin, C.; Ito, R.
High volume acupuncture clinic (HVAC) for chronic knee pain
Audit of a possible model for delivery of acupuncture in the National Health Service
Acupunct Med, 2008, 26(1), 46-50

Acupuncture, Arthritis, Arthrosis, Observational trial, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine, Cost-effectiveness

Abstract: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18356798

26 Gamus, D.; Meshulam-Atzmon, V.; Pintov, S.; Jacoby, R.
The effect of acupuncture threrapy on pain perception and coping strategies
A preliminary report
J Acupunct Meridian Stud, 2008, 1(1), 51-53

Acupuncture, Observational trial, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Psychology/psychotherapy, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine, Chronic pain

Abstract: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20633455

27 Dougherty, D.D.; Kong, J.; Webb, M.; Bonab, A.A.; Fischman, A.J.; Gollub, R.L.
A combined [11C]diprenorphine PET study and fMRI study of acupuncture analgesia
Behav Brain Res, 2008, 193(1), 63-68

Acupuncture, Observational trial, Chemistry, FMRI, Brain, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Nervous system, Physical Chemistry, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine

Abstract: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18562019

28 Markos, G.; Robinson, N.; Taylor-Vieira, A.
An investigation into the effects of traditional acupuncture on perceived stress and sleep/wake patterns of patients experiencing chronic pain
Eur J Integr Med, 2008, 1(Suppl.1), S16 (Abstract; Symposiumsbeitrag)

Acupuncture, Observational trial, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Mental diseases, Sleep disorders, Pain, Stress, Traditional Chinese medicine, Chronic pain

Abstract: https://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.eujim.2008.08.027

29 Arnold, A.A.; Ross, B.E.; Silka, P.A.
Efficacy and feasibility of acupuncture for patients in the ED with acute, nonpenetrating muscoskeletal injury of the extremeties
Am J Emerg Med, 2009, 27, 280-284

Acupuncture, Observational trial, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine

Abstract: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19328370

30 Takahashi, H.
Effects of acupuncture on terminal cancer patients in the home care setting
Med Acupunct, 2009, 21(2), 123-129

Acupuncture, Observational trial, Chronic fatigue syndrome, Vomiting, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Cancer, Gastrointestinal tract, Palliative care, Mental diseases, Sleep disorders, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine, Sickness

31 Lindall, S.
Is acupuncture for pain relief in general practice cost-effective?
Acupunct Med, 1999, 17(2), 97-100

Acupuncture, Observational trial, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Economy, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine, Cost-effectiveness

Abstract: https://dx.doi.org/10.1136/aim.17.2.97

32 Ip, V.H.Y.
The use of acupuncture for pain relief in a Chinese hospital clinic
Acupunct Med, 1999, 17(2), 101-109

Acupuncture, Observational trial, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine

Abstract: https://dx.doi.org/10.1136/aim.17.2.101

33 Itoh, K.; Okada, K.; Kwakita, K.
A proposed experimental model of myofascial trigger points in human muscle after slow eccentric exercises
Acupunct Med, 2004, 22(1), 2-13

Acupuncture, Observational trial, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Healthy probands, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine

Abstract: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/15077932

34 Collazo Chao, E.
Efectividad de la terapia acupuntural en el alivio del dolor en pacientes con fibromialgia
Effectiveness of acupuncture therapy for pain relief in patients with fibromyalgia
Rev Int Acupuntura, 2010, 4(1), 52-58

Acupuncture, Observational trial, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Fibromyalgia, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Rheumatic diseases, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine

Abstract: https://dx.doi.org/10.1016/S1887-8369(10)70014-4

35 Tugcu, V.; Tas, S.; Eren, G.; Bedirhan, B.; Karadag, S.; Tasci, A.
Effectiveness of acupuncture in patients with category IIIB chronic pelvic pain syndrome
A report of 97 patients
Pain Med, 2010, 11(4), 518-523

Acupuncture, Observational trial, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Urinary tract, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine, Pelvic girdle pain, Chronic pain

Abstract: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20113410

36 Yin, C.S.; Kim, J.H.; Park, H.J.
High-velocity insertion of acupuncture needle is related to lower level of pain
J Altern Complement Med, 2011, 17(1), 27-32

Acupuncture, Observational trial, Healthy probands, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine

Abstract: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21208129

37 Lu, D.P.; Lu, G.P.; Lu, P.M.
Clinical effectiveness of acupuncture for mandibular subluxation and dislocation
Acupunct Electrother Res, 2010, 35(3-4), 187-192

Acupuncture, Observational trial, Jawbone, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine, Dental diseases

Abstract: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21319604

38 Zhou, J.; Chi, H.; Cheng, T.O.; Chen, T.; Wu, Y.; Zhou, W.; Shen, W.; Yuan, L.
Acupuncture anesthesia for open heart surgery in contemporary China
Int J Cardiol, 2011, 150(1), 12-16

Acupuncture, Surgery, Heart, Cardiovascular diseases, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Economy, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine, Cost-effectiveness

Abstract: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21570137

39 Huang, Y.T.; Lin, S.Y.; Neoh, C.A.; Wang, K.Y.; Jean, Y.H.; Shi, H.Y.
Dry needling for myofascial pain
Prognostic factors
J Altern Complement Med, 2011, 17(8), 755-762

Acupuncture, Observational trial, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine

Abstract: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21745098

40 Highfield, E.S.; Lama, P.; Grodin, M.A.; Kaptchuk, T.J.; Crosby, S.S.
Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine for survivors of torture and refugee trauma
A descriptive report
J Immigr Minor Health, 2012, 14(3), 433-440

Acupuncture, Observational trial, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Mental diseases, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine, Trauma

Abstract: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/22005843

41 Fischer, M.V.
Akupunkturtherapie in der Anaesthesieambulanz des Universitätsklinikums Heidelberg
Anästhesist, 1982, 31(1), 25-32

Acupuncture, Observational trial, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine

Abstract: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/6978622

42 Samuels, N.; Elstein, D.; Lebel, E.; Zimran, A.; Oberbaum, M.
Acupuncture for symptoms of Gaucher disease
Complement Ther Med, 2012, 20(3), 131-134

Acupuncture, Observational trial, Chronic fatigue syndrome, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Mental diseases, Pain, Metabolic diseases, Traditional Chinese medicine

Abstract: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/22500662

43 Vickers, A.J.; Cronin, A.M.; Maschino, A.C.; Lewith, G.; MacPherson, H.; Foster, N.E.; Sherman, K.J.; Witt, C.M.; Linde, K.
Acupuncture for chronic pain
Individual patient data meta-analysis
Arch Intern Med, 2012, 172(19), 1444-1453

Acupuncture, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Meta-analysis, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine, Chronic pain

Abstract: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/22965186

44 White, A.; Richardson, M.; Richmond, P.; Freedman, J.; Bevis, M.
Group acupuncture for knee pain
Evaluation of cost-saving initiative in the health service
Acupunct Med, 2012, 30(3), 170-175

Acupuncture, Arthrosis, Observational trial, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Knee arthrosis, Complementary and alternative medicine, Economy, Rheumatic diseases, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine

Abstract: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/22914300

45 McKee, M.D.; Kligler, B.; Blank, A.E.; Fletcher, J.; Jeffres, A.; Casalaina, W.; Biryukov, F.
The ADDOPT Study (Acupuncture to Decrease Disparities in Pain Treatment)
Feasibility of offering acupuncture in the community health center setting
J Altern Complement Med, 2012, 18(9), 839-843

Acupuncture, Arthrosis, Observational trial, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Neck pain, Rheumatic diseases, Back pain (non-specific), Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine

Abstract: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/22867026

46 Burns, S.; York, A.; Niemtzow, R.C.; Garner, B.K.; Steele, N.; Walter, J.A.G.
Moving acupuncture to the frontline of military medical care
A feasibility study
Med Acupunct, 2013, 25(1), 48-54

Acupuncture, Observational trial, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Ear acupuncture, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine

47 Xu, M.; Yan, S.; Yin, X.; Li, X.; Gao, S.; Han, R.; Wei, L.; Luo, W.; Lei, G.
Acupuncture for chronic low back pain in long-term follow-up
A meta-analysis of 13 randomized controlled trials
Am J Chin Med, 2013, 41(1), 1-19

Acupuncture, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Low back pain, Meta-analysis, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine, Chronic pain

48 Couilliot, M.F.; Darees, V.; Delahaye, G.; Ercolano, P.; Carcaillé, M.; Vytopilova, P.; Tenenbaum, B.; Vicaut, E.
Acceptability of an acupuncture intervention for geriatric chronic pain
An open pilot study
J Integr Med, 2013, 11(1), 26-31

Acupuncture, Observational trial, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Geriatrics, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine, Chronic pain

Abstract: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/23464643

49 Herget, H.F.
Akupunktur zur Schmerztherapie
Dt Ärztebl, 1978, 73(38), 2373-2377

Acupuncture, Observational trial, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine

50 Vickers, A.J.; Linde, K.
Acupuncture for chronic pain
JAMA, 2014, 311(9), 955-956

Acupuncture, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Meta-analysis, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine, Chronic pain

Abstract: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/24595780

51 Meyer, R.M.L.; Barber, B.A.; Kobylecka, M.; Gold, J.I.
Examining the association between parental stress related to child illness and child pain across acupuncture treatments
Med Acupunct, 2014, 26(1), 23-30

Acupuncture, Observational trial, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Pediatrics, Mental diseases, Pain, Stress, Traditional Chinese medicine

52 Abe, G.C.; Yonamine, B.T.S.; Souza Mello, C.A. de; Ramos, P.E.; Conde, M.S.; Oliveira, A.S.B.
Acupuncture for treating persistant pain in Brazilian para-athletes
Med Acupunct, 2014, 26(1), 50-56

Acupuncture, Observational trial, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Pain, Sports medicine, Traditional Chinese medicine

53 Romoli, M.; Avgerinos, C.; Baratto, L.; Giommi, A.
Auriculotherapy for persisting postoperative pain caused by total knee replacement
Med Acupunct, 2014, 26(2), 97-102

Acupuncture, Observational trial, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Surgery, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Ear acupuncture, Postoperative complaints, Rehabilitation, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine

54 Meyer, R.M.L.; Barber, B.A.; Kobylecka, M.; Gold, J.I.
Examining the association between parenteral stress related to child illness and child pain across acupuncture treatments
Med Acupunct, 2014, 26(1), 23-30

Acupuncture, Observational trial, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Pediatrics, Mental diseases, Pain, Stress, Traditional Chinese medicine

55 MacPherson, H.; Maschino, A.C.; Lewith, G.; Foster, N.E.; Witt, C.; Vickers, A.J.
Characteristics of acupuncture treatment associated with outcome
An individual patient meta-analysis of 17,922 patients with chronic pain in randomised controlled trials
PLoS ONE, 2013, 8, e77438; (1-9)

Acupuncture, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Meta-analysis, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine

Abstract: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/24146995

56 Lewith, G.; MacPherson, H.; Maschin, O.A.; Foster, N.; Witt, C.; Vickers, A.
Characteristics of acupuncture treatment associated with outcome
Analyses of 17,922 patients with chronic pain in randomised controlled trials
Forsch Komplementärmed, 2013, 20(Suppl 3), 7 (Symposiumsbeitrag; Abstract)

Acupuncture, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Meta-analysis, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine, Chronic pain

57 Yeh, C.H.; Chien, L.-C.; Chiang, Y.C.; Ren, D.; Suen, L.K.-P.
Auricular point acupressure as an adjunct analgesic treatment for cancer patients
A feasibility study
Pain Management Nurs, 2014, epub ahead of print, (1-8)

Acupressure, Acupuncture, Observational trial, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Cancer, Ohrakupressur, Pain

Abstract: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1524904214001362

58 Garcia, M.K.; Driver, L.; Haddad, R.; Lee, R.; Palmer, J.L.; Wei, Q.; Frenkel, M.; Cohen, L.
Acupuncture for treatment of uncontrolled pain in cancer patients
A pragmatic pilot study
Integr Cancer Ther, 2014, 13(2), 133-140

Acupuncture, Observational trial, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Cancer, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine

Abstract: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/24282103

59 Li, J.; Zhang, J.H.; Yi, T.; Tang, W.J.; Wang, S.W.; Dong, S.C.
Acupuncture treatment of chronic low back pain reverses an abnormal brain default mode network in correlation with clinical pain relief
Acupunct Med, 2014, 32(2), 102-108

Acupuncture, Observational trial, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Brain, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Low back pain, Nervous system, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine, Chronic pain

Abstract: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/24280949

60 He, B.J.; Tong, P.J.; Li, J.; Jing, H.T.; Yao, X.M.
Auricular acupressure for analgesia in perioperative period of total knee arthroplasty
Pain Med, 2013, 14(10), 1608-1613

Acupressure, Acupuncture, Observational trial, Surgery, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Ohrakupressur, Postoperative complaints, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine

Abstract: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/23865512

61 Elnaggar, Y.; Altaweel, F.; Elnaggar, M.
The mandible microsystem
A breakthrough in pain therapy
Forsch Komplementärmed, 2013, 20(Suppl 3), 34 (Symposiumsbeitrag; Abstract)

Acupuncture, Observational trial, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine

62 Sebastian, M.K.
Effect of acupressure on labour pain during first stage of labour among Primi mothers in a selected hospital of Delhi
Nurs J India, 2014, 105(3), 136-139

Acupressure, Acupuncture, Observational trial, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Pain, Obstetrics, Traditional Chinese medicine, Geburtsschmerz

63 He, G.H.; Ruan, J.W.; Xiang, T.
Effectiveness of acupoint sticking therapy in common chronic diseases, with disease differentiation principle
Ann Palliat Med, 2014, 3(1), 32-36

Acupuncture, Respiratory diseases, Observational trial, Chinese medicinal herbs, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine

64 Shen, L.L.; Huang, G.F.; Tian, W.; Yu, L.L.; Yuan, X.C.; Zhang, Z.Q.; Yin, J.; Ma, C.Y.; Cai, G.W.; Li, J.W.; Ding, M.Q.; He, W.; Gao, X.Y.; Zhu, B.; Jing, X.H.; Li, M.
Electroacupuncture inhibits chronification of the acute pain of knee osteoarthritis
Study protocol for a randomized controlled trial
Trials, 2015, 16(1), 131; (1-8) (Studienprotokoll)

Acupuncture, Arthrosis, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Electroacupuncture, Knee arthrosis, Complementary and alternative medicine, Prevention, Rheumatic diseases, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine

Abstract: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/25873092

65 Tür, F.C.; Atilla, Ö.D.; Temizyürek, Z.; Yesilaras, M.; Aksay, E.
Adjunctive analgesia with acupuncture for reduction of anterior shoulder dislocation
A pilot study
Am J Emerg Med, 2015, 33(2), 294-297

Acupuncture, Observational trial, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Pain, Shoulder, Traditional Chinese medicine

Abstract: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/25542454

66 Nager, A.L.; Kobylecka, M.; Pham, P.K.; Johnson, L.; Gold, J.I.
Effects of acupuncture on pain and inflammation in pediatric emergency department patients with acute appendicitis
A pilot study
J Altern Complement Med, 2015, 21(5), 269-272

Acupuncture, Observational trial, Appendicitis, Inflammation, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Pediatrics, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine

Abstract: https://dx.doi.org/10.1089/acm.2015.0024

67 Glick, R.M.; Matsumoto, M.; Chen, X.; Cheng, Y.; Smith, P.; Balk, J.L.; Greco, C.M.; Bovbjerg, D.H.
Acupuncture for cancer-related pain
An open clinical trial
Med Acupunct, 2015, 27(3), 188-193

Acupuncture, Observational trial, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Cancer, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine

Abstract: https://online.liebertpub.com/doi/abs/10.1089/acu.2015.1100

68 Lu, K.; Cheng, M.C.; Ge, X.; Berger, A.; Xu, D.; Kato, G.J.; Minniti, C.P.
A retrospective review of acupuncture use for the treatment of pain in sickle cell disease patients
Descriptive analysis from a single institution
Clin J Pain, 2014, 30(9), 825-830

Acupuncture, Observational trial, Blood/Lymphatic system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Retrospective design, Pain, Thalassaemia, Traditional Chinese medicine

Abstract: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/24322996

69 Romeo, M.J.; Parton, B.; Russo, R.A.; Hays, L.S.; Conboy, L.
Acupuncture to treat the symptoms of patients in palliative care setting
Explore, 2015, 11(5), 357-362

Acupuncture, Anxiety, Observational trial, Depression, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Palliative care, Mental diseases, Sleep disorders, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine, Sickness

Abstract: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/26254221

70 Cui, S.L.; Seah, C.N.; Xu, S.; Fook-Chong, S.M.C.; Tan, K.H.
Efficacy of acupuncture on the quality of life of patients with low back pain
Med Acupunct, 2015, 27(4), 267-271

Acupuncture, Observational trial, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Low back pain, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine

Abstract: https://online.liebertpub.com/doi/abs/10.1089/acu.2015.1094

71 Yeh, C.H.; Chien, L.-C.; Glick, R.M.; Londen, G. van; Bovbjerg, D.H.
Auricular point acupressure (APA) to manage a symptom cluster of pain, fatigue, and disturbed sleep in breast cancer patients
A pilot study
J Pain Relief, 2015, 4(5), 1000199; (1-7)

Acupressure, Acupuncture, Observational trial, Breast cancer, Chronic fatigue syndrome, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Cancer, Ear acupuncture, Mental diseases, Sleep disorders, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine

Abstract: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/25439120

72 Bhushan, D.; Conner, K.; Ellen, J.M.; Sibinga, E.M.S.
Adjuvant acupuncture for youth with sickle cell pain
A proof of concept study
Med Acupunct, 2015, 27(6), 461-466

Acupuncture, Observational trial, Blood/Lymphatic system, Jugendmedizin, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Pediatrics, Pain, Thalassaemia, Traditional Chinese medicine

Abstract: https://online.liebertpub.com/doi/abs/10.1089/acu.2015.1140

73 Golianu, B.; Seybold, J.; D'Souza, G.
Acupuncture as an anesthetic adjuvant for pediatric orthopedic patients
A pilot study and protocol description
Med Acupunct, 2015, 27(6), 475-480

Acupuncture, Observational trial, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Pediatrics, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine

Abstract: https://online.liebertpub.com/doi/abs/10.1089/acu.2015.1145

74 McDonald, M.J.
Acupuncture and acupuncture-related therapies are well-tolerated and can effectively provide pain relief in the pediatric population
Med Acupunct, 2015, 27(6), 481-486

Acupuncture, Observational trial, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Pediatrics, Retrospective design, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine

Abstract: https://online.liebertpub.com/doi/abs/10.1089/acu.2015.1132

75 Kuruvilla, A.C.
Employer-sponsored acupuncture 2014
Observational study
Med Acupunct, 2016, 28(1), 46-48

Acupuncture, Occupational health, Observational trial, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine

Abstract: https://online.liebertpub.com/doi/abs/10.1089/acu.2015.1155

76 Crespin, D.J.; Griffin, K.H.; Johnson, J.R.; Miller, C.; Finch, M.D.; Rivard, D.L.; Anseth, S.; Dusek, J.A.
Acupuncture provides short-term pain relief for patients in a total joint replacement program
Pain Med, 2015, 16(6), 1195-1203

Acupuncture, Observational trial, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Surgery, Joints, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Postoperative complaints, Retrospective design, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine

Abstract: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/25586769

77 Cho, H.K.; Park, I.J.; Jeong, Y.M.; Lee, Y.J.; Hwang, S.H.
Can perioperative acupuncture reduce the pain and vomiting experienced after tonsillectomy?
A meta-analysis
Laryngoscope, 2016, 126(3), 608-615

Acupuncture, Surgery, Vomiting, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Meta-analysis, Postoperative complaints, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine

Abstract: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/26484723

78 Huang, W.; Halpin, S.N.; Perkins, M.M.
A case series of auricular acupuncture in a veteran's population using a revised auricular mapping-diagnostic paradigm (RAMP-uP)
Complement Ther Med, 2016, 27, 130-136

Acupuncture, Observational trial, Diagnostics, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Ear acupuncture, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine

Abstract: https://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ctim.2016.06.002

79 Hesse, T.; Henkel, B.; Zygmunt, M.; Mustea, A.; Usichenko, T.I.
Acupuncture for pain control after Caesarean section
A prospective observational pilot study
Acupunct Med, 2016, 34(1), 14-19

Acupuncture, Observational trial, Gynaecology, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Postoperative complaints, Pain, Obstetrics, Traditional Chinese medicine, Kaiserschnitt

Abstract: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/26307554

80 Jones, S.M.; Lange, J.; Turner, J.; Cherkin, D.; Ritenbaugh, C.; Hsu, C.; Berthoud, H.; Sherman, K.
Development and validation of the EXPECT questionnaire
Assessing patient expectations of outcomes of complementary and alternative medicine treatments for chronic pain
J Altern Complement Med, 2016, 22(11), 936-946

Mindfulness meditation, Acupuncture, Observational trial, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Chiropractic, Clinical research, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Complementary and alternative medicine, Low back pain, Manual therapy, Massage, Meditation, Methodology, Mind-body medicine, Psychology/psychotherapy, Pain, Theory, Traditional Chinese medicine, Yoga, Chronic pain

Abstract: https://dx.doi.org/10.1089/acm.2016.0242

81 Li, C.; Yang, J.; Park, K.; Wu, H.; Hu, S.; Zhang, W.; Bu, J.; Xu, C.; Qiu, B.; Zhang, X.
Prolonged repeated acupuncture stimulation induces habituation effects in pain-related brain areas
An fMRI study
PLoS ONE, 2014, 9(5), e97502;

Acupuncture, Observational trial, Brain, Healthy probands, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Nervous system, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine

Abstract: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/24821143

82 Becel, S.; Sezgin, Y.; Akcay, F.
Evaluation of the effectiveness of acupuncture therapy by verbal pain scale in patients with abdominal pain of familial mediterranean fever
J Acupunct Meridian Stud, 2016, 9(5), 264-266

Acupuncture, Observational trial, Inflammation, Fever, Immune system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine

Abstract: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/27776765

83 Hadianfard, M.J.; Aminlari, A.; Daneshian, A.; Safarpour, A.R.
Effect of acupuncture on pain and quality of life in patients with lumbar spinal stenosis
A case series study
J Acupunct Meridian Stud, 2016, 9(4), 178-182

Acupuncture, Observational trial, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine, spinal stenosis

Abstract: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/27555222

84 Núnez-Cortés, R.; Cruz-Montecinos, C.; Váquez Rosel, A.; Paredes Molina, O.; Cuesta-Vargas, A.
Dry needling combined with physical therapy in patients with chronic postsurgical pain following total knee arthroplasty
Case series
J Orthop Sports Phys Ther, 2017, 47(3), 209-216

Acupuncture, Observational trial, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Joints, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Manual therapy, Physiotherapy, Postoperative complaints, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine

Abstract: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/28158960

85 Schlegel, M.L.; Whalen, J.L.; Williamsen, P.M.
Integrative therapies for women with a high risk pregnancy during antepartum hospitalization
AM J Matern Child Nurs, 2016, 41(6), 356-362

Acupuncture, Anxiety, Observational trial, Gynaecology, Healing, Imagery, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Manual therapy, Massage, Mind-body medicine, Mental diseases, Reflexology, Retrospective design, Pain, Obstetrics, Traditional Chinese medicine

Abstract: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/27479023

86 Lin, X.; Huang, K.; Zhu, G.; Huang, Z.; Qin, A.; Fan, S.
The effects of acupuncture on chronic knee pain due to osteoarthritis
A meta-analysis
J Bone Joint Surg Am, 2016, 98(18), 1578-1585

Acupuncture, Arthrosis, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Knee arthrosis, Complementary and alternative medicine, Meta-analysis, Rheumatic diseases, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine, Chronic pain

Abstract: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/27655986

87 MacPherson, H.; Vertosick, E.A.; Foster, N.E.; Lewith, G.; Linde, K.; Sherman, K.J.; Witt, C.M.; Vickers, A.J.
The persistence of the effects of acupuncture after a course of treatment
A meta-analysis of patients with chronic pain
Pain, 2017, 158(5), 784-793

Acupuncture, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Meta-analysis, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine, Chronic pain

Abstract: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/27764035

88 Asmussen, S.; Maybauer, D.M.
Effects of ascupuncture in anesthesia for craniotomy
A meta-analysis
J Neurosurg Anesthesiol, 2017, 29(3), 219-227

Acupuncture, Surgery, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Meta-analysis, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine

Abstract: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/26967459

89 Armstrong, K.; Gokal, R.; Durant, J.; Todorsky, T.; Chevalier, A.; FaShong, B.
Detailed autonomic nervous system analysis of microcurrent point stimulation applied to battlefield acupuncture protocol
Med Acupunct, 2017, 29(2), 87-93

Acupuncture, Observational trial, Electroacupuncture, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Nervous system, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine, Vegetative nervous system

Abstract: https://online.liebertpub.com/doi/abs/10.1089/acu.2017.1214

90 Patel, M.; Gutzwiller, F.; Paccaud, F.; Marazzi, A.
A meta-analysis of acupuncture for chronic pain
Int J Epidemiol, 1989, 18(4), 900-906

Acupuncture, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Meta-analysis, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine, Chronic pain

Abstract: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/2695475

91 Plunkett, A.; Beltran, T.; Haley, C.; Kurihara, C.; McCoart, A.; Chen, L.; Wilkinson, I.; Cohen, S.P.
Acupuncture for the treatment of chronic pain in the military population
Factors associated with treatment outcomes
Clin J Pain, 2017, 33(10), 939-943

Acupuncture, Observational trial, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Retrospective design, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine, Chronic pain

Abstract: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/28872474

92 Becker, H.; Stuifbergen, A.K.; Schnyer, R.N.; Morrsion, J.D.; Henneghan, A.
Integrating acupuncture within a wellness intervention for women with multiple sclerosis
J Holist Nurs, 2017, 35(1), 86-96

Acupuncture, Observational trial, Chronic fatigue syndrome, Gynaecology, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Multiple sclerosis, Nervous system, Mental diseases, Sleep disorders, Pain, Stress, Traditional Chinese medicine

Abstract: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/27161425

93 Seca, S.; Miranda, D.; Patricio, M.; Correia, R.; Kirch, S.; Cabrita, A.S.; Greten, H.J.
New pressure algometry device for the quantification of acupuncture induced pain relief
J Altern Complement Integr Med, 2017, 3(1), 019; (1-7)

Acupuncture, Arthritis, Observational trial, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Methodology, Rheumatic diseases, Pain, Theory, Traditional Chinese medicine, Chronic pain

Abstract: https://bit.ly/2ikEngD

94 Crawford, P.; Penzien, D.B.; Coeytaux, R.
Reduction in pain medication prescriptions and self-reported outcomes associated with acupuncture in a military patient population
Med Acupunct, 2017, 29(4), 229-231

Acupuncture, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Retrospective design, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine

Abstract: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/28874924

95 Feeney, C.; Bruns, E.; LeCompte, G.; Forati, A.; Chen, T.; Matecki, A.
Acupuncture for pain and nausea in the intensive care unit
A feasibility study in a public safety net hospital
J Altern Complement Med, 2017, 23(12), 996-1004

Acupuncture, Observational trial, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine, Sickness, Intensivmedizin

Abstract: https://dx.doi.org/10.1089/acm.2016.0323

96 Soliday, e.; Betts, D.
Treating pain in pregnancy with acupuncture
Observational study results from a free clinic in New Zealand
J Acupunct Meridian Stud, 2018, 11(1), 25-30

Acupuncture, Observational trial, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Gynaecology, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Back pain (non-specific), Pain, Obstetrics, Traditional Chinese medicine, Pelvic girdle pain

Abstract: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/29482798

97 Armstrong, K.; Gokal, R.; Todorsky, W.; Durant, J.
The successful treatment of chronic pain using microcurrent point stimulation applied to Battlefield Acupuncture protocol
Med Clin Res Rev, 2018, 2(2), 1-4

Acupuncture, Observational trial, Electrotherapy, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Physical therapy, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine, Chronic pain, Mikrostromtherapie, Cohort study

Abstract: https://www.cmepub.com/pdfs/the-successful-treatment-of-chronic-pain-using-microcurrent-point-stimulation-applied-to-battlefield-acupuncture-protocol-311.pdf

98 Tanriverdi, S.; Saritaş, S.
The effect of acupressure on postoperative pain of lumbar disc hernia
A quasi-experimental study
Complement Ther Clin Pract, 2018, 32, 17-24

Acupressure, Acupuncture, Disc damage (intervertebral), Observational trial, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Postoperative complaints, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine

Abstract: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S174438811830077X

99 Sönmez, M.G.; Kozanhan, B.
Complete response to acupuncture therapy in female patients with refractory interstitial cystitis/bladder pain syndrome
J Tradit Chin Med, 2017, 37(1), 43-48

Acupuncture, Observational trial, Bladder infection, Gynaecology, Urinary tract, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine

Abstract: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/28326514

100 Hickstein, L.; Kiel, S.; Raus, C.; Heß, S.; Walker, J.; Chenot, J.-F.
Akupunktur als Leistung der gesetzlichen Krankenversicherung in Deutschland
Eine retrospektive Beobachtungstudie basierend auf Abrechnungsdaten
Schmerz, 2018, 32(1), 30-38

Acupuncture, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Attitude, Assesment, Joints, Complementary and alternative medicine, Health insurance, Economy, Patient structure, Back pain (non-specific), Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine

Abstract: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/29230550

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