There was a February 2011 issue of The Female Patient that contained and article saying that
acupuncture has become more mainstream in the world of medical treatment. It also stated
that there has been an increase in Los Angeles of acupuncturists treating pregnant women who
want to limit complications and risks involved with taking pharmaceuticals. Via personal
experience and word of mouth many Los Angeles women have found that acupuncture works and
that the risks to their well being is limited, even though there aren’t any scientific
studies or costly clinical trials to support proof of the benefits. There have however been
some studies that show that acupuncture can help with certain pregnancy symptoms such as
depression, nausea, vomiting and can also help alleviate back and pelvic pain. Acupuncture
has also shown positive results in reducing labor pain, greatly reducing the need for
analgesia during labor and helping to induce labor. The risks from acupuncture are minimal
acupuncture provides a reliable alternative to using medication, which can cause
complications during pregnancy. Keeping this in mind many women are ready to explore
acupuncture and experience its benefits, when there are positive results patients will
return to acupuncture without scientific support through clinical trials. Patients
experience for themselves why acupuncture works and how successful it can be.