Acupressure and morning sickness. To enhance clarity and engagement, we actively designed a prospective study to evaluate the effectiveness of applying pressure at the P6 (Neiguan) acupuncture point in preventing morning sickness. Specifically, we divided pregnant women in their first trimester into three groups. First, one group applied daily pressure at the P6 point. Next, another group pressed a point near the right elbow. Finally, a control group received no treatment. Over four consecutive days, participants recorded the severity and frequency of their morning sickness. As a result, both the P6 group (23/119) and the dummy pressure group (41/112) experienced significantly less troublesome sickness compared to the control group (67/119). However, when we adjusted the data to account for fewer completed responses in the active treatment groups, only the P6 group demonstrated a significant reduction in sickness.
Dr. Tony and Professor Yang discussing morning sickness and the treatment with acupuncture.
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P6 acupressure reduces morning sickness.
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RESULTS Four days later, the patient reported compliance with instructions. She noted a significant decrease of nausea and vomiting for the 1st 2 days; the 2nd 2-day period produced no nausea or vomiting. She had gained 2.6 lb and was eating normally. Urine examination revealed no evidence of protein or ketones; specific gravity was 1.005. Acupuncture treatment of PC 6 was repeated. The patient was advised to discontinue the acupressure and ginger treatment. A follow-up visit 2 weeks later revealed the complete absence of nausea and vomiting. She continued normal prenatal care.
Management Of Hyperemesis Gravidarum With Acupuncture, Acupressure, And Ginger Abraham C. Kuruvilla, MD Molly Kresin, DO
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Management Of Hyperemesis Gravidarum With Acupuncture, Acupressure, And Ginger
Acupuncture Zen has been using acupuncture and Chinese medicine to help women with morning sickness. The common point for this condition is pericardium six however there are many acupuncture points that can be used for this condition. Many receive relief from Acupuncture treatment with Dr. Tony in Delray Beach.