Electroacupuncture May Relieve Cognitive, Psychological Symptoms in Breast Cancer Survivors in Pilot Study - Summary - MDSpire
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Electroacupuncture May Relieve Cognitive, Psychological Symptoms in Breast Cancer Survivors in Pilot Study

Electroacupuncture may alleviate some persistent neuropsychiatric symptoms experienced by breast cancer survivors, including psychological distress and cognitive impairment, according to the results o...

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Electroacupuncture shows promise in alleviating neuropsychiatric symptoms such as cognitive impairment and psychological distress in breast cancer survivors. A pilot trial with 35 participants highlighted significant improvements in attention and distress levels, especially in those receiving targeted treatments. Researchers utilized neurocognitive assessments and neuroimaging to gauge efficacy. This study, led by Dr. Alexandre Chan, suggests that precise application of acupuncture improves symptom management in cancer care, warranting further larger-scale trials.

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Electroacupuncture May Relieve Cognitive, Psychological Symptoms in Breast Cancer Survivors in Pilot Study

  • by The ASCO Post Staff

  • April 13, 2026

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