The role of acupuncture analgesia in the management of postoperative pain is yet to be
clearly evaluated. We conducted a prospective, double‐blind, randomised controlled study
to evaluate the effect of acupuncture pretreatment on the analgesic requirement after knee
arthroscopy. Forty‐two patients presenting for unilateral knee arthroscopy were randomly
allocated to receive a standard anaesthetic with or without acupuncture (given after the
induction of anaesthesia). Visual analogue pain scores, time to first postoperative analgesia …

Examines the effect of pre-emptive acupuncture treatment on analgesic requirements after
knee arthroscopy. Relief of pain during the first 24 hours postoperatively; Postoperative
effects of acupuncture on the reduction of edema; Effectiveness of acupuncture in post-
traumatic situations.