Sept. 15 (UPI) --A new study demonstrating the effectiveness of acupuncture in relieving chronic lower back pain among seniors is fueling calls to expand Medicare coverage for the procedures amid the ...

With nearly a quarter of all adults experiencing chronic back pain, many Americans are now seeking alternatives to opioids for meaningful relief. A recent study, BackInAction, shows that manual ...

Acupuncture is a "safe and effective" treatment for back pain in older people, according to new research. More from this section ...

Medicare requires the licensed acupuncturist to also have a medical degree, like a doctor, nurse practitioner, or physician’s assistant. That leaves many seniors unable to afford care.

A NIH-funded study shows acupuncture treatments significantly reduce chronic low back pain and disability in adults 65 and ...