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Investigation into the effects of using two or four acupuncture needles with bidirectional rotation on experimentally-induced contact heat pain in healthy subjects.

Author: JohnsonMark I, PaleyCarole A

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Randomized Controlled TrialA clinical trial that randomly assigns participants to treatment and control groups to evaluate the effects of an intervention.

Overview

This randomized controlled trial of 42 healthy volunteers investigated the effects of acupuncture using two or four needles on experimental contact thermal pain. There is tentative evidence that four needles may be superior to two needles in generating rapid onset hypoalgesia.
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Original Abstract of the Article :
OBJECTIVES: There is growing evidence from experimental studies that the acupuncture dose or technique influences the speed of onset of hypoalgesia. The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of acupuncture using two or four needles on experimental contact thermal pain in healthy volunteer...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://doi.org/10.1136/acupmed-2014-010617

データ提供：米国国立医学図書館（NLM）

Acupuncture Needles: More is Better? Exploring the Dose-Response Relationship

Acupuncture, an ancient practice rooted in traditional Chinese medicine, has gained increasing attention for its potential to alleviate pain. Imagine a desert traveler seeking relief from the scorching sun by finding shade beneath a towering palm tree. This study investigates the impact of acupuncture needle number on pain relief, exploring the potential dose-response relationship.

More Needles, Faster Relief? Exploring the Dose-Response of Acupuncture

The researchers found that using four acupuncture needles, compared to two or mock acupuncture, may lead to a faster onset of hypoalgesia (reduced pain sensitivity). This suggests that the number of needles used in acupuncture could be a crucial factor in achieving optimal pain relief. It's like finding multiple oases in the desert, each offering a refreshing respite from the heat.

Acupuncture for Pain: Navigating the Desert of Discomfort

This study contributes to our understanding of the mechanisms underlying acupuncture's analgesic effects. While further research is needed to confirm these findings, the study suggests that the number of needles used in acupuncture could be a key factor in determining the speed of pain relief. This knowledge can be helpful for practitioners as they tailor acupuncture treatments for individual patients.

Dr.Camel's Conclusion

This study suggests that using more acupuncture needles may lead to faster pain relief, but further research is needed to confirm this finding and optimize acupuncture techniques for achieving optimal pain management.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2015-07-10
  2. Date Revised 2015-02-03
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

25324277

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

10.1136/acupmed-2014-010617

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Languages

English

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