Moxibustion Research

Objective: Although several acupuncture and moxibustion therapies have been tested in managing breast cancer-related lymphedema, there is little consensus regarding the best options for treating this condition. This systematic review and network meta-analysis compared the efficacy of various acupuncture and/or moxibustion therapies for breast cancer-related lymphedema. Methods: Seven databases and two clinical …

Objective: To test the hypothesis that moxibustion may inhibit rheumatoid arthritis (RA) synovial inflammation by regulating the expression of macrophage migration inhibitory factor (MIF)/glucocorticoids (GCs). Methods: Fifty male Sprague-Dawley rats were randomly divided into five groups (n = 10 each): blank Control (CON) group, rheumatoid arthritis Model (RA) group, Moxibustion (MOX) group, MIF …

Long noncoding RNA (lncRNAs) are involved in the pathogenesis of ulcerative colitis. Moxibustion, a traditional Chinese medicine, can improve symptoms in patients with ulcerative colitis and reduce intestinal inflammation in rats with ulcerative colitis. However, it remains unclear whether the ameliorative effect of moxibustion on intestinal mucosal inflammation in ulcerative …

Objectives: To compare the clinical effect between two acupoint regimens of moxibustion on knee osteoarthritis (KOA), and observe the influences on the serum content of interleukin 1α (IL-1α), interleukin-17A (IL-17A), tumor necrosis factor α (TNF-α), bone gla protein (BGP) and osteoprotegerin (OPG). Methods: KOA patients were randomly divided into an observation group …

Objectives: To explore the rules of acupoint selection in the treatment of neurogenic bladder (NB) with acupuncture and moxibustion by using data mining. Methods: The clinical research literatures on acupuncture treatment of NB were collected from PubMed, Embase, Cochrane Library, CNKI, Wanfang Database, VIP Database and China Biology Medicine from retrieved to …

Background: Nausea and vomiting, which cause considerable multifaceted effects, are commonly experience in early pregnancy. Various therapeutic strategies are employed, including both conventional agents and complementary medicine. However, the effectiveness of complementary medicine remains controversial. The objective of this meta-analysis is to evaluate efficacy and safety of acupuncture and moxibustion in …

Objectives: To compare the clinical effect on Bell’s facial palsy in the acute stage between the staging comprehensive treatment with acupuncture-moxibustion and western medication. Methods: Sixty patients with Bell’s facial palsy in the acute stage were randomly divided into an observation group and a control group, with 30 cases in each one. …

Background: Chronic prostatitis is a common condition that affects many individuals. Previous clinical trials have explored the use of moxibustion as a potential treatment for chronic prostatitis. However, the evidence on the effectiveness of moxibustion for chronic prostatitis remains limited. Therefore, this study aimed to comprehensively assess the effects of moxibustion …

Objective: Using Mesh Meta Analysis to evaluate the efficacy of Acupuncture & Moxibustion, Clomiphene, Acupuncture & Moxibustion combined with Clomiphene for treating Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), in order to provide evidence-based medical evidence for whether to recommend Acupuncture & Moxibustion or Combine western medicine to treat PCOS. Methods: Eight databases including The …

Purpose: Common surgical procedures for conditions affecting the anus and rectum such as hemorrhoidectomy are associated with high risks of postoperative urinary retention (POUR). Little is known about the efficacy of moxibustion in managing postoperative urinary retention after such surgical procedures. This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to review the related …