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Comparing the effects of individualized, standard, sham and no acupuncture in the treatment of knee osteoarthritis: a multicenter randomized controlled trial.

Author: KimEun-Jung, KimKap-Sung, LeeEun-Yong, LeeSeung-Deok, LimChi-Yeon

Comparative StudyResearch that compares multiple groups/interventions to determine differences/similarities in outcomes/characteristics.
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Multicenter StudyResearch conducted in collaboration with multiple research institutions. It aims to collect a wide range of data and obtain more generalizable results.
Randomized Controlled TrialA clinical trial that randomly assigns participants to treatment and control groups to evaluate the effects of an intervention.

Overview

Acupuncture, a complex treatment, is tailored to each patient's needs. While most studies use a standardized approach, this study aims to investigate the effectiveness of acupuncture when it's individualized, using specific acupuncture points based on the patient's symptoms (meridian-based syndrome differentiation) and a technique called Sa-am acupuncture.
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Original Abstract of the Article :
Acupuncture is an effective yet complex therapy, integrating syndrome differentiation, selection of appropriate acupoints and skillful needling techniques. Clinicians carefully tailor acupuncture treatment to each patient. However, most clinical trials of acupuncture have been based on a standardize...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3663829/

データ提供：米国国立医学図書館（NLM）

Individualized Acupuncture: A Personalized Approach to Knee Osteoarthritis

The field of complementary and alternative medicine is constantly evolving, and acupuncture has emerged as a popular and potentially effective treatment option for various conditions, including knee osteoarthritis. This multicenter randomized controlled trial explores the efficacy of individualized acupuncture, tailored to each patient's specific needs and characteristics.

Beyond Standardization: Embracing Individual Differences

The study challenges the traditional approach of using standardized acupuncture protocols, instead advocating for a personalized approach that accounts for individual differences. The authors designed a pragmatic trial that integrated meridian-based syndrome differentiation, selection of appropriate acupoints, and skillful needling techniques, effectively tailoring the treatment to each patient.

The Power of Individualized Care: A Desert of Possibilities

The study found that individualized acupuncture was effective in managing knee osteoarthritis, providing significant pain relief and functional improvement compared to sham or no acupuncture. The authors emphasize the importance of considering individual characteristics, including syndrome differentiation, when designing and delivering acupuncture treatments.

Dr. Camel's Conclusion

Just as a camel navigates a diverse and unpredictable desert, choosing the most effective path based on its unique needs, patients with knee osteoarthritis may benefit from a personalized approach to acupuncture. This research, like a compass guiding a camel through a vast and uncharted landscape, suggests that individualized acupuncture, tailored to each patient's specific characteristics, may hold the key to unlocking greater therapeutic potential. The authors' findings encourage the adoption of a more patient-centered approach to acupuncture, recognizing the importance of individual differences and the potential for greater efficacy through personalized care.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2013-10-17
  2. Date Revised 2021-10-21
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

23782709

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

PMC3663829

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Languages

English

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