Randomized controlled trial shows acupuncture improves swallowing function and nutritional status in elderly patients, suggesting benefits beyond standard treatment.
The combination of acupuncture and swallowing rehabilitation training can effectively improve the swallowing function of elderly patients with dysphagia, improve their nutritional status, reduce the incidence of lung infections, indwelling gastric tubes, and mortality
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Zhe Zhao (2025) studied this question.
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