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Diabetic foot ulcers are the prevalent complication of diabetes mellitus, frequently culminating in arteriosclerosis of the lower extremities and consequent development of chronic wounds. The effectiveness of electroacupuncture (EA) as therapeutic intervention for promoting wound healing in this particular group of patients has been comprehensively assessed in this study. A …
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December, 2023
- 13 December
Acupuncture effective for post-stroke spastic paralysis
Background: Despite the potentially good efficacy of acupuncture therapy in the management of post-stroke spastic paralysis demonstrated in previous studies, further verification through meta-analysis can be conducive to eliminating the inconclusive of treatment outcomes in prior findings. This systematic review and meta-analysis were thus performed to comprehensively investigate the effects of …
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Sanyinjiao (SP 6) good for insomnia and dysmenorrheoa
Objective: This study aims to explore formula patterns and application rules for SP6 as the main acupoint in prescriptions, utilizing association rules. Methods: We conducted an extensive search in databases including China National Knowledge Infrastructure (CNKI), Wanfang Data Knowledge Service Platform (CDDB), China Science and Technology Journal Database (CSTJ), PubMed and Web …
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Tai Chi improves bone mineral density
Objective: To evaluate three Tai Chi (TC) exercise programs as intervention measures to compare their effects on improving rate of change in bone mineral density (BMD) in elderly individuals with osteoporosis (OP) and to propose the optimal exercise duration. Methods: A randomized controlled trial (RCT) was conducted to identify study participants based …
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Electroacupuncture is effective for interstitial cystitis and bladder pain syndrome
Background: Patients with interstitial cystitis and bladder pain syndrome (IC/BPS) commonly face a decline in their quality of life and social functioning upon discontinuation of conventional therapy, which is known for its limited efficacy and the risk of relapse. While the existing evidence is somewhat restricted, acupuncture is being explored as …
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Acupuncture and moxibustion improves pregnancy rates in PCOS women
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 …
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Electroacupuncture at Shenmen (HT 7) and Neiguan (PC 6) reduces insomnia
Objective: This study aimed to investigate the specific neurological mechanisms underlying the effects of electroacupuncture at Shenmen (HT 7) with Neiguan (PC 6) acupoints in patients with primary insomnia (PI). We sought to understand these mechanisms by comparing changes in areaal homogeneity (ReHo) before and after treatment in PI patients and …
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Ginseng reduces obesity in colitis cases
Ginsenoside Rg1 (G-Rg1) has various pharmacological properties including antiobesity, immunomodulatory, and anti-inflammatory effects. This study aimed to explore the therapeutic effects and underlying mechanisms of G-Rg1 on colitis complicated by obesity. The results indicate that G-Rg1 effectively alleviates colitis in obese mice and improves serum lipid levels and liver function. …
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Acupuncture reduces time in intensive care and on mechanical ventilation
Background: Mechanical ventilation (MV) is an essential life support machine, frequently utilized in an Intensive Care Unit (ICU). Recently, a growing number of clinical trials have investigated the effect of acupuncture treatment on mechanical ventilation outcomes. Objectives: This study investigated the safety and efficacy of acupuncture treatment for critically ill patients under …
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Cupping therapy beats Graston technique for pain relief
Background: The discomfort in the mid-shaft and distal end of the tibia caused by shin splints or tibial periostitis also known as medial tibial stress syndrome (MTSS) is frequently induced by participating in sports or other strenuous activities. The two treatment methods used in this study are the Graston technique …
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