Randomized Controlled Trial of Adjunctive Pharmacopuncture in Plantar Fasciitis Patients
Journal · Acupuncture in Medicine (2024)
Original authors · Lee JH, Choi YS, Hwang DS, et al.
DOI · 10.1177/0964528424112893
Summary
Eighty patients diagnosed with plantar fasciitis were randomly assigned to a pharmacopuncture-combined treatment group or a conventional physical therapy group. After 8 weeks of treatment, plantar tenderness was significantly reduced in the pharmacopuncture-combined group.
Key figures
Pain Reduction Rate
82%
Number of Participants
80 subjects
Conclusion
Adjunctive pharmacopuncture demonstrated a significant effect on pain relief in plantar fasciitis, and long-term follow-up is warranted.
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