Acupuncture for Behavioral and Psychological Symptoms of Dementia: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

2021 Jul 13   Journal of Clinical Medicine   Kwon. C. & Lee. B.

This review highlights the limited evidence proving the effectiveness and safety of acupuncture for psychological symptoms of dementia (BPSD) in patients with Alzheimer’s disease. Although some clinical studies have reported the potential benefits of adjuvant acupuncture in managing BPSD, the evidence is not robust and is based on small studies. Therefore, high-quality research in this field is needed.