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Moxibustion for the treatment of ankylosing spondylitis: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Author: HuJiaojiao, MaoYingying, WenChengping, XieZhijun, YeDing, ZhangYi

Journal ArticleAn article published in an academic or professional journal that reports original research or scholarly analysis.
Meta-AnalysisA statistical technique that integrates the results of multiple studies to draw more general conclusions about a particular issue.
Systematic ReviewA review that systematically collects, evaluates, and integrates relevant research to answer a specific research question.

Overview

Moxibustion, a traditional Chinese medicine therapy, showed significant efficacy in treating ankylosing spondylitis (AS) patients, improving clinical efficacy rates, reducing inflammation markers, and improving physical function.
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Original Abstract of the Article :
BACKGROUND: To systematically evaluate the efficacy of moxibustion in the treatment of ankylosing spondylitis (AS). METHODS: Seven electronic databases were systematically searched for relevant studies for inclusion from databases inception to December 31, 2018. Randomized controlled trials investi...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://doi.org/10.21037/apm.2020.02.31

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Moxibustion for Ankylosing Spondylitis: A Journey Through Traditional Medicine

The search for effective treatments for ankylosing spondylitis (AS) is a journey through a vast desert of possibilities. This systematic review and meta-analysis explores the efficacy of moxibustion, a traditional Chinese medicine technique, in treating AS. The study analyzed data from multiple randomized controlled trials, revealing that moxibustion, either alone or in combination with Western medicine, may offer significant benefits for AS patients, improving clinical efficacy and reducing inflammatory markers.

A New Oasis in the Desert of AS Treatment

This study presents compelling evidence for the potential of moxibustion as a complementary treatment for AS. The findings suggest that moxibustion, a traditional medicine technique with a long history, could offer valuable benefits to patients navigating the desert of AS symptoms and challenges.

Bridging the Gap: Integrating Traditional and Western Medicine

This study highlights the potential of integrating traditional and Western medicine approaches to treat complex conditions like AS. The findings suggest that moxibustion, when combined with conventional treatments, could offer a more holistic and effective approach to managing this chronic inflammatory disease.

Dr.Camel's Conclusion

This research is a reminder that the desert of medicine holds many hidden treasures. By exploring traditional medicine techniques like moxibustion, we can uncover new and potentially effective treatments for a wide range of conditions.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2021-02-24
  2. Date Revised 2021-02-24
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

32312058

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

10.21037/apm.2020.02.31

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Languages

English

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