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  • Title: Convulsive syncope associated with acupuncture.
    Author: Cole M, Shen J, Hommer D.
    Journal: Am J Med Sci; 2002 Nov; 324(5):288-9. PubMed ID: 12449453.
    Abstract:
    Syncope is a rare but known reaction to acupuncture; however, convulsive syncope has never been previously documented as a reaction to acupuncture. This case report describes an episode of convulsive syncope, characterized by irregular clonic-tonic movements while the patient was unconscious. The episode occurred immediately after the insertion of acupuncture needles into the bilateral ST-36 acupuncture point. Here we discuss the presentation, possible causes, and prevention of convulsive syncope.
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