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The effects of acupuncture after thyroid surgery: A randomized, controlled trial.

Author: CeccherelliFrancesco, CittonMarilisa, FeltraccoPaolo, GalligioniHelmut, IacoboneMaurizio, NittiDonato, PaguraGiulia, ScarpaMarco, TropeaSaveria, VielGiovanni, ZanellaSimone

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

Acupuncture may be effective in reducing pain after thyroid surgery, with electroacupuncture demonstrating greater benefit than traditional acupuncture. Electroacupuncture resulted in lower remifentanil requirements and better pain scores compared to controls.
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Original Abstract of the Article :
BACKGROUND: Acupuncture is a safe and well-tolerated treatment for pain relief. Previous studies supported the effectiveness of several acupuncture techniques for postoperative pain. The aim of this randomized, controlled trial was to evaluate the efficacy of acupuncture in reducing pain after thyro...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.surg.2014.08.062

データ提供：米国国立医学図書館（NLM）

Acupuncture for Post-Thyroid Surgery Pain: A Needle in the Haystack?

The use of [acupuncture] for pain relief is gaining popularity, especially in the post-operative setting. This study explores the effectiveness of acupuncture in reducing pain after [thyroid surgery]. The researchers designed a [randomized, controlled trial] to compare the pain levels experienced by patients who received acupuncture, either [electroacupuncture (EA)] or [traditional acupuncture (TA)], with those who received standard postoperative analgesic treatment. The goal was to evaluate whether acupuncture offered any additional benefit in managing post-operative pain.

EA Emerges as a Potential Pain Relief Option

The study revealed that acupuncture, particularly [electroacupuncture (EA)], could effectively reduce pain after [thyroid surgery]. Patients who received EA required less [acetaminophen] and reported lower pain scores on standard pain scales. These findings suggest that EA may be a promising option for pain management in this specific context.

Harnessing the Power of Acupuncture for Post-Operative Pain

This study provides encouraging evidence for the potential benefits of [electroacupuncture (EA)] in managing pain after [thyroid surgery]. While further research is needed to confirm these findings, this study suggests that EA may be a valuable tool for improving patient comfort and recovery. The insights from this research could lead to more comprehensive and effective pain management strategies following [thyroid surgery].

Dr. Camel's Conclusion

Navigating the world of pain management is like exploring a vast desert – finding relief can be challenging. This study suggests that acupuncture, particularly [electroacupuncture (EA)], might be a hidden oasis, offering a potential solution for pain relief following [thyroid surgery]. The findings pave the way for a more comprehensive understanding of how acupuncture can be integrated into post-operative care.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2015-02-18
  2. Date Revised 2014-12-03
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

25456960

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

10.1016/j.surg.2014.08.062

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English

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