Acupuncture research

One of the main objectives of the NVA is to support and publish good, reliable, and relevant research on acupuncture. Research that covers the entire scope of acupuncture. We place these studies on this page, so the information is accessible to everyone: acupuncturists, patients, and interested parties.

In the yellow menu on the left side of this page, all studies are categorized by complaints. We regularly post new research. More than 80% of the scientific research focusing on Traditional Chinese Medicine still revolves around acupuncture and the use of needles. However, acupuncture goes beyond just needle treatment. An acupuncturist takes a holistic approach to diet, lifestyle, symptoms, and tailors the treatment to the individual.

So, there are many more treatment disciplines than just the use of needles. For example, an acupuncturist can use acupressure (pressure points without needles), massage techniques like Shiatsu and Tuina, movement therapy like Qigong, but also specialize in Moxa or Cupping.

We expect that in the coming years, more research will be conducted on these other TCM disciplines such as: Tuina (Chinese massage techniques), Qigong and Taichi (Chinese movement and meditation practices), Cupping, Moxibustion (moxa therapy), Chinese herbs (phytotherapy), diet, and Shiatsu.

Keep an eye on this page for new research!

In the yellow block next to this, you will find studies categorized by complaints about TCM science.

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