Please take a look at this recent article posted on the ABC News web site. The article cites a study of women who were treated with acupuncture to reduce common symptoms associated with menopause. The women who received acupuncture experienced a significant reduction in symptoms such as hot flashes and anxiety. http://abcnews.go.com/Health/study-shows-acupuncture-curb-severity-hot-flashes-menopause/story?id=13075594