A randomised controlled trial study on the effects of acupuncture on post-cancer fatigue and well-being for women recovering from breast cancer shows significant reduction in fatigue and increase in well-being compared with control. Women described their experience of acupuncture positively, and reported an improvement in sleep, mood and relaxation. (Acupunct Med 2013;31:9-15 doi:10.1136/acupmed-2012-010228)