Get Virtual Care
For Businesses
About Us
A member asked:
Can acupuncture be good for inducing labor?
2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
No: All well done studies show no correlation.
Answered 10/12/2012
5.6k views
Thank
WHO says yes: According to the world health organization, induction of labor falls under the category of “diseases, symptoms or conditions for which acupuncture has been proved-through controlled trials-to be an effective treatment”.
Answered 1/27/2013
5.3k views
Thank
Related Questions
A member asked:
In oriental medicine acupuncture good for any particular conditions?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
Carpul tunnel syndrome is acupuncture good for this will it help relieve pain?
3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
A member asked:
I have a lot of anxiety and stress lately and one of my good friends suggest to me acupuncture. Is it painful?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
I tend to get a lot of anxiety and stress lately and one of my good friends suggest to me acupuncture. Is it really painful?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
Is acupuncture good for a bulged disc or spinal stenosis?
10 doctors weighed in across 4 answers
People also searched for:
Does acupuncture really helps in inducing labor during pregnancy? Is it safe for the mother and the baby?
Has anyone had acupuncture for lower spinal pain with good results?
I want to try acupuncture for my high cholestrol. Is this a good idea?
How good does acupuncture work for pain?
Is acupuncture good for pulled tendons?
Didn't find what you're looking for?
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more.
Ask your questionMore of what we treat
Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.
HIPAASecure
SOC 2 Type 2Certified
JCAHOAccredited
Download HealthTap
Video visit and message your doctor
