Acupuncture for hiccups

Abstract

Background: A Hiccup is a common disease that often occurs along with other chronic or acute conditions. At present, there is a lack of feasible therapies for hiccups, and acupuncture is a treatment method with enormous clinical practice worldwide. Methods: Based on a pre-defined search strategy, we searched seven databases and screened them by two independent investigators, without language and publication status restriction from inception to date. We use the pre-set form to incorporate data and utilize Revman software to synthesize data. We will evaluate the risk of bias in the inclusion of the study based on the Cochrane ‘Risk of bias’ assessment tool. The quality of the evidence will be evaluated according to the GRADEpro software. Results: This systematic review will evaluate the efficacy and safety of acupuncture treatment for hiccups. The entire process will be referred to the Cochrane handbook recommended by the Cochrane Collaboration. Conclusion: This review will provide systematic evidence to summarize whether acupuncture is an effective intervention in the treatment of hiccup.

Laryngeal Manifestations of Intractable Singultus

“…However, several studies have shown that conservative therapy focused on eliminating vocal abuse and controlling the underlying cause of phonotrauma or irritation should be considered over surgery [12,13]. Suggested treatments for hiccups may vary according to the specific cause and include food restriction, physical maneuvers, behavioral therapy, pharmacological therapy, voice therapy, acupuncture, and interventional treatments as VNS and phrenic nerve blockade [5,6,14,15]. Noteworthy, a recent systematic review by Li et al highlighted the role of acupuncture as a neuromodulation-like regulator among patients with chronic hiccups [15].…”