Acupuncture as an Adjunct Treatment in Stiff Person Syndrome

SPS is a rare disorder causing substantial impairment for patients affected. The evidence supporting the use of acupuncture specifically for SPS is at most limited, however, the evidence supports the use of acupuncture for many of the symptoms experienced by those with SPS. This case illustrates how acupuncture can be considered as an adjunct therapy to improve the quality of life and function of these patients. More studies are needed to further investigate and optimize acupuncture treatment protocols for this rare disease.