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The journal Obstetrics & Gynecology published the results of a study by analysts at Stanford University in the United States safe that acupuncture reduces the incidence of depression in pregnant women.
The on pregnant women diagnosed with depression and endorsed by specialists, were subjected to acupuncture techniques. It was noted that symptoms of depression were reduced by 63%.
Depression in pregnant women is a subject of concern both to professionals and the family of the pregnant woman, as this harms both the mother and the small road. The antidepressant pills supply is in some cases a risky solution. Research has shown that pregnant women medicated with antidepressants in the second or third trimester were at risk of giving birth before term.
“We evaluated acupuncture as a stand-alone treatment, and the results are very positive,” said Dr. Rachel Manber professor, author of the study. It should be noted that acupuncture does not eliminate the symptoms completely, only significantly reduces risk and without the pills.
From Langone Medical Center New York University, director of reproductive psychiatry, Dr. Shari Lusskin endorsed the study but noted that “acupuncture is not a substitute for appropriate use of antidepressant therapy.
The study conducted at Stanford University found that acupuncture could be a viable option for treating depression in pregnant women. Despite this suspicion by some doctors are recommending therapy.