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flag Acupuncture, real or sham, eased cognitive issues in breast cancer survivors, with real acupuncture showing lasting benefits.

flag A 2025 study presented at the San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium found that both real and sham acupuncture improved self-reported cognitive difficulties in breast cancer survivors compared to usual care, with real acupuncture showing additional benefits on objective cognitive tests. flag Among 260 survivors, both acupuncture groups saw greater improvements than the usual care group after 10 weeks, though only real acupuncture showed sustained gains at 26 weeks. flag Researchers suggest the benefits may stem from relaxation and patient engagement, not just needle placement, and note a disconnect between self-reported and objective cognitive measures. flag Poor sleep was linked to worse cognitive outcomes. flag Further research is needed to confirm long-term effects and mechanisms.

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