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Randomized clinical trial of facial acupuncture with or without body acupuncture for treatment of melasma.

Author: CharoenpongTheekapun, RerksuppapholLakkana, RerksuppapholSanguansak

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.
Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov'tResearch funding provided by government agencies outside the United States.

Overview

Facial acupuncture, with or without body acupuncture, was shown to be effective in decreasing the size of melasma areas. 95.2% and 90% of participants in facial/body and facial acupuncture, respectively, had decreased melasma areas.
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Original Abstract of the Article :
OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the efficacy of acupuncture treatments in treating facial melasma, contrasting treatments involving facial acupuncture with facial/body acupuncture. METHOD: Women suffering with melasma were randomly assigned into: 1) facial acupuncture (n = 20); or 2) facial/body acupuncture...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ctcp.2015.10.004

データ提供：米国国立医学図書館（NLM）

Facial Acupuncture for Melasma: A New Approach to Skin Health

Melasma, a common skin condition characterized by dark patches on the face, can be difficult to treat. This study investigates the efficacy of acupuncture in treating facial melasma. The researchers recruited women with melasma and randomly assigned them to one of two groups: facial acupuncture or facial/body acupuncture. Both groups received two sessions per week for eight weeks. The results showed that both facial acupuncture and facial/body acupuncture effectively reduced the size of melasma areas. While facial acupuncture was slightly more effective in lightening melasma pigmentation, the difference was not statistically significant.

Acupuncture for Melasma: A Promising Alternative

This study adds to the growing body of evidence supporting the potential of acupuncture for treating melasma. The findings suggest that acupuncture, particularly facial acupuncture, can be a valuable alternative or complementary therapy for individuals seeking to improve their skin appearance.

The Desert of Skin Health: A Quest for New Solutions

The search for effective and safe treatments for skin conditions, like melasma, is an ongoing endeavor. This study provides a compelling case for acupuncture as a potential solution, offering a natural and non-invasive approach to improving skin health.

Dr.Camel's Conclusion

This study suggests that facial acupuncture, with or without body acupuncture, can be an effective treatment for reducing the size of melasma areas. While further research is needed to confirm its long-term efficacy, the findings suggest that acupuncture may be a valuable alternative or complementary therapy for individuals seeking to improve their skin health.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2016-10-25
  2. Date Revised 2016-12-30
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

26850796

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

10.1016/j.ctcp.2015.10.004

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English

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