"Advancing the credibility and uniqueness of acupuncture through research"
The Chinese characters depicted in the Society for Acupuncture Research logo represent the concepts of "Research"
and "Clinical Practice".
Strategic Plan
At the beginning of March 2008, the Board of the Society for Acupuncture Research (SAR) convened for a retreat to further develop its vision and chart the strategic plan for 2008-2013.
Based on this retreat SAR is committed to become the preeminent acupuncture research organization; a reliable source of research information and education for researchers, acupuncturists, professional organizations, policy makers, industry and the public. The mission of SAR is to promote, advance and disseminate scientific inquiry into Oriental medicine systems… click for more info
Executive Director Search
SAR seeks a talented and inspirational part-time Executive Director to join and support our visionary team in achieving our mission and objectives. Click her for more…
Research Highlight
The latest research article is titled: Components of placebo effect: randomised controlled trial in patients with irritable bowel syndrome. This article, co-authored by current SAR co-president Rosa Schnyer, investigates whether the placebo effects of sham acupuncture can be separated into three components 1) assessment and observation, 2) a therapeutic ritual, and 3) a supportive patient-practitioner relationship. The authors conclude that not only are there 3 distinct facets to sham acupuncture treatments, these aspects can be combined to reflect a graded dose response. Furthermore, these "Non-specific effects can produce statistically and clinically significant outcomes." Abstract link
Annual Conference
The NIH just released a summary statement on the 2007 SAR conference titled: CAM at the NIH: Focus on Complementary and Alternative Medicine."
Thank you all very much for making the 2007 SAR conference
a huge success!
Click here for more information about future conferences
Additionally, please keep tuned to the Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine as SAR conference summary statements will be appearing that will synthesize the information presented at this meeting.
The Society for Acupuncture Research is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. We welcome individual affiliates including researchers, educators, students, acupuncturists, healthcare practitioners, and members of the public. We welcome institutional affiliates including schools, vendors, and other organizations.
