https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/pain-research/articles/10.3389/fpain.2023.1294428/full

The study demonstrates that acupuncture is effective in reducing musculoskeletal suffering, with a significant decrease in pain perceived by patients. The results suggest that acupuncture can be a valid treatment for a wide range of conditions, with pain reduction ranging from 40% to 55% and greater effectiveness for elbow-related conditions.