title: Adverse reactions, contraindications and complications of acupuncture and moxibustion.
abstract: This article discusses the various adverse reactions, contraindications and complications of employing acupuncture and moxibustion in therapy. A historical review of these phenomena is also presented, as well as a section on the side effects of auriculotherapy.
mesh_terms: D015670:Acupuncture Therapy / Q000009:adverse effects* / Q000379:methods; D000698:Analgesia; D004427:Ear Diseases / Q000628:therapy; D006801:Humans; D009071:Moxibustion / Q000009:adverse effects*; D009339:Needles; D009369:Neoplasms / Q000150:complications