Clinical trials evaluating acupuncture for osteoarthritis of the knee constitute some of the highest quality evidence available regarding acupuncture for any condition. As a consequence, researchers can be more certain in their conclusions.
On the basis of the findings of the studies reviewed, acupuncture should be considered a viable adjunct or alternative treatment of knee pain and dysfunction associated with osteoarthritis of the knee for the thousands of individuals across the country who are suffering from symptoms of this chronic disease.
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