A randomized controlled trial to assess the effectiveness and safety of acupuncture for overactive bladder: a study in Hong Kong population

• Main Authors: Zhi-xiu Lin (Author), Ngai Ho Tony Chan (Author), Yiu-keung Kwan (Author), Yu Tat Chan (Author), Hongwei Zhang (Author), Kam-yuk Sylvia Tam (Author), Mei Kwan Lai (Author), Chun-Kam Lee (Author), Kit Ngan (Author), Stella Yin Yuen Tsoi (Author), Yiu Wa Lau (Author), Yan-Fang Xian (Author), Jessica Ching (Author), Yuanqi Guo (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: BMC, 2020-10-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Abstract Background Around 15% of the Hong Kong population was found to suffer from overactive bladder (OAB), but the current available treatments, such as medication, behavioral therapy and physical therapy are unsatisfactory. Previous studies have suggested that acupuncture may have promising effe...