Use of Acupuncture in Migraine Management and its Impact on Lifestyle Behavior and Quality of Life

Abstract

Aim of Study: Different complementary medicine therapies such as conventional acupuncture treatmentare largely being used for supporting public health and improve overall health behavior. This study aimedto determine potential benefits of acupuncture in migraine management and its impact on lifestylebehavior and quality of life in the context of Turkey. Methodology: A quantitative approach was used forcollecting the data via an online questionnaire, focusing on different health and lifestyle patterns amongpatients. A sample of 350 acupuncturists (from Turkey) was included in this study. The mean age of theparticipants was 51.5 ± 9.88 years with a maximum experience of 20 years. Results: Linear regressionanalysis was conducted and the results obtained showed that 47.4% of the chronic migraine patientswhile 28.7% of the acute patients, were always provided with required acupuncture treatment. Significantdifferences were observed within the context of clinical role attitudes, behavioral attitudes, perceivedbehavioral control (PBC), norms, behavioral change techniques (BCT), and treatment per week (p < 0.05)while insignificant differences were observed within the context of age, five elements, Japanese and otherpractice styles (p > 0.05). Conclusion: In conclusion, this study recommends conventional acupuncturiststo promote healthy lifestyle behavior and quality of life to manage migraine, leading to long-term benefit.