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Acupuncture as a Method to Quit Smoking

Acupuncture is an ancient Chinese medical practice which uses needles placed at specific spots in the skin to treat pain or disease. It is used today to treat addiction to nicotine. Follow the links below for more information.
What is Acupuncture?
About.com Guide to Alternative Medicine, Cathy Wong explains what acupuncture is and how it works.
American Academy of Medical Acupuncture
Search for an acupuncturist in your area who is a member of the American Academy of Medical Acupuncture.
Acupuncture Curbs the Urge to Light Up
The American Cancer Society reports on a study looking at the effectiveness of Acupuncture as a method to quit smoking.
Does Acupuncture Work for Smoking Cessation?
The update on the Cochrane Review of Acupuncture for smoking cessation is provided here. Click on the link for the publisher's site to see the original review.
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