In a randomised controlled trial we investigated whether acupuncture is more effective compared to no acupuncture or minimal acupuncture in patients with osteoarthritis of the knee. This study is part of a large acupuncture research initiative of German health insurance companies (Modellvorhaben der Techniker Krankenkasse).

This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of treatment with vs. without acupuncture in patients with chronic low back pain in general medical practice. This study is part of a large acupuncture research initiative of health insurance companies in Germany (Modellvorhaben der Techniker Krankenkasse).

Acupuncture is widely used by patients suffering from chronic neck pain. This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of treatment with vs. without acupuncture in patients with chronic neck pain in routine care.

Complementary and alternative medicine treatment such as acupuncture is increasingly used by patients with allergic rhinitis (AR). The aim of the study was to investigate the effectiveness of treatment with vs. without acupuncture in patients with AR in general medical practice.