Acupuncture for Nocturia in Survivors of Prostate Cancer: The NOCTURNAL Randomized Clinical Trial | Complementary and Alternative Medicine | JAMA Oncology | JAMA Network
Acupuncture Can Help Reduce Nighttime Urination for Prostate Cancer Survivors Good news for men struggling with frequent nighttime bathroom trips New Research Offers Hope for Better Sleep If you're a prostate cancer survivor who finds yourself getting up multiple times each night to use the bathroom, you're definitely not alone. More than half of all prostate cancer survivors deal with this frustrating problem, called nocturia. But now there's encouraging news from a groundbreaking study that could change how we approach this common issue. Researchers at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center recently published results in JAMA Oncology showing that acupuncture can significantly reduce nighttime urination with fewer side effects than traditional medications. This is the first rigorous study to look specifically at acupuncture for nocturia in prostate cancer survivors. What the Study Found The results were impressive: Significant reduction in the number...