Acupuncture in a Multidisciplinary Approach for Vulvodynia and Chronic Pelvic Pain
Background: Vulvodynia and chronic pelvic pain (CPP) are common and challenging gynecologic pain syndromes. A multidisciplinary approach is recommended. Study aim: To study the effectiveness of acupuncture as part of a multimodal treatment for women with vulvodynia and CPP.
Design: Randomised controlled clinical study Study Population: Recruitment from a University outpatient clinic Study groups: Participants will be randomised (1:1) * Acupuncture group * Waiting list control group Sample size: 68 patients Study outcome * Subjective Pain Perception (VAS) * Health-related quality of life (questionnaires)
• Women with vulvodynia and/or chronic pelvic pain of at least 6 months duration
• multidisciplinary treatment for at least 3 months