Effect of electroacupuncture on anxiety and craving in heroin addicts during detoxification
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Title
Effect of electroacupuncture on anxiety and craving in heroin addicts during detoxification
Description
J Acupunct Tuina Sci (2013), Mu, Jing-ping;Liu, Li;Liao, Heng;Wu, Huan-gan;Xu, Ping
Abstract
Objective—To observe the effect of electroacupuncture at Jiaji (EX-B 2) points for anxiety and craving in heroin addicts during detoxification. Methods—A total of 60 cases were randomized into an electroacupuncture group and a control group, 30 in each group. Cases in the electroacupuncture group were treated with electroacupuncture at Jiaji (EX-B 2) points, whereas cases in the control group were treated with Methadone and Doxepin. Then scores were graded using Zung self-rating anxiety score (SAS) and self-made visual analogue scale (VAS). The assessment was conducted once a day to record the adverse reactions. Results—After treatment, the SAS and VAS scores in the electroacupuncture group were significantly lower than that in the control group (P<0.01). Conclusion—Electroacupuncture at Jiaji (EX-B 2) points can effectively alleviate anxiety and craving intensity in heroin addicts during detoxification.
Alternative Title
J Acupunct Tuina Sci
Date
Language
English
issn
1672-3597
issue
4
page end
247
page start
244
volume
11