Auricular Acupuncture: A Promising Relief for Migraine Pain
- MigraineMind
- Nov 25, 2025
- 1 min read
Research Summary
A new systematic review and meta-analysis published in the Journal of Pain Research evaluates the efficacy and safety of Auricular Acupuncture (AA) for treating migraines. Analyzing randomized controlled trials conducted in China, the study found that AA significantly improved four outcomes compared to controls. Specifically, it reduced migraine pain as measured by the visual analog scale, with a mean difference of -0.65, decreased attack frequency by -0.49, and shortened attack duration by -0.58. The clinical effectiveness rate showed a relative risk of 1.17. Despite promising results, the study calls for more high-quality trials to better integrate AA into clinical guidelines.
Study Details
👥 Research Team: Zheng S, Liu L, He X
📚 Published In: J Pain Res
📅 Publication Date: 2025
⚕️ Medical Disclaimer: This summary is generated automatically from recent migraine research. Always consult with healthcare professionals for medical advice.