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The efficacy of acupuncture for depression-associated chronic pain: a systematic review and meta-analysis

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  • Hui Zhao

  • Yuan Gao

  • Kun Zhang

  • Cheng Tang

  • Weidong Shen

  • June 1, 2026

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Clinical Scorecard: Assessing Acupuncture's Effectiveness in Managing Chronic Pain Linked to Depression: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

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        The efficacy of acupuncture for depression-associated chronic pain: a systematic review and meta-analysis

        • by Hui Zhao, Yuan Gao, Kun Zhang, Cheng Tang, Weidong Shen

        • June 1, 2026

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