부산대학교 도서관

The article focuses on acupuncture as a tool for pain management. It states that acupuncture is safe and effective in managing musculoskeletal aches and pains, myofascial pains, back and neck pains, osteoarthritis, neuropathic pains, and cancer pains. A brief historical overview of the use of acupuncture in therapeutics is provided. It also discusses its neurophysiology, contraindications, safety, and the various regulations for acupuncture practitioners.