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Effect of additional acupuncture to pelvic floor exercise on urinary incontinence: A randomized controlled trial.

Author: ChanSymphorosa S C, CheungRachel Y K, LawMichelle P M, LeeLai Loi, WanOsanna Y K, WangRonald Chi Chiu

Journal ArticleAn article published in an academic or professional journal that reports original research or scholarly analysis.
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 investigated the additional benefit of acupuncture to pelvic floor exercise (PFE) on the improvement of urinary incontinence (UI) and quality of life (QoL) in women. Acupuncture with PFE demonstrated significant subjective improvement in UI symptoms, reduced episodes and severity of UI, and a trend of improvement in QoL scores compared to PFE alone.
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Original Abstract of the Article :
AIMS: To investigate the additional benefit of acupuncture to pelvic floor exercise (PFE) on the improvement of urinary incontinence (UI) and quality of life (QoL) in women. METHODS: This was a single-blinded randomized controlled trial in a tertiary university hospital. Women with UI in various se...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://doi.org/10.1002/nau.24918

データ提供：米国国立医学図書館（NLM）

Acupuncture: A Potential Adjunct for Urinary Incontinence Treatment

Urinary incontinence (UI), a prevalent condition, can significantly impact an individual's quality of life. This study investigates the potential benefits of adding acupuncture to pelvic floor exercise (PFE) for improving UI symptoms and quality of life in women. The researchers conducted a randomized controlled trial comparing the effectiveness of acupuncture with PFE to PFE alone. Their findings suggest that acupuncture, when added to PFE, may offer additional benefits for improving UI symptoms, particularly in reducing episodes and severity of incontinence. However, the study also notes that the effectiveness of acupuncture may be influenced by the duration of UI symptoms.

Acupuncture: A Complementary Approach to UI Management

This study provides evidence that acupuncture, when used in conjunction with PFE, may offer a promising complementary approach for managing UI symptoms in women. The study's findings highlight the potential for integrating traditional and complementary therapies into UI management, potentially leading to improved outcomes and patient satisfaction.

Urinary Incontinence: A Journey Towards Improved Bladder Control

UI can be a challenging and sometimes embarrassing experience, impacting individuals' sense of autonomy and self-confidence. This study offers a glimmer of hope, suggesting that acupuncture, combined with established treatments like PFE, could provide additional benefits for managing UI symptoms and improving quality of life. It encourages individuals to explore different treatment options and find what works best for them.

Dr.Camel's Conclusion

This study provides evidence that acupuncture, when added to pelvic floor exercise, may offer additional benefits for improving urinary incontinence symptoms, particularly in reducing episodes and severity of incontinence. This research highlights the potential for integrating traditional and complementary therapies into UI management, potentially leading to improved outcomes and patient satisfaction.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2022-06-21
  2. Date Revised 2022-08-26
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

35353915

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

10.1002/nau.24918

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