Authors’ conclusions
Although pooled estimates suggest possible short-term effects there is no consistent, bias-free evidence that acupuncture, acupressure,
or laser therapy have a sustained benefit on smoking cessation for six months or more. However, lack of evidence and methodological
problems mean that no firm conclusions can be drawn. Electrostimulation is not effective for smoking cessation. Well-designed research
into acupuncture, acupressure and laser stimulation is justified since these are popular interventions and safe when correctly applied,
though these interventions alone are likely to be less effective than evidence-based interventions.