Importance of Rigorous Research in Acupuncture for PTSD

The chapter discusses the challenges in acupuncture research for posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) due to the absence of sham controls, introducing the concept of minimal acupuncture as a potential control. It outlines the primary and secondary hypotheses of a study on acupuncture for combat-related PTSD, emphasizing the need for thorough research to provide alternative treatment options for veterans.