Effect of Acupuncture for Postprandial Distress Syndrome: A Randomized Clinical Trial
Yang JW, Wang LQ, Zou X, Yan SY, Wang Y, Zhao JJ, Tu JF, Wang J, Shi GX, Hu H, Zhou W, Du Y, Liu CZ. · Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology · 2020 May 12
DOI 10.7326/m19-2880
Objective
To assess the efficacy of acupuncture versus sham acupuncture in patients with PDS.
Conclusions
This clinical trial showed that Postpradial Distress Syndrome (PDS) showed improvement with acupuncture. Patients faced less upper abdominal bloating and early satiety after 4 weeks of treatment. Overall digestion and mental health were also improved.
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