Randomized Controlled Trial of Pharmacopuncture for Patients with Golfer's Elbow (Medial Epicondylitis)
Journal · Acupuncture in Medicine (2024)
Original authors · Lee JH, Choi YS, Han KW, et al.
DOI · 10.1136/acupmed-2024-011532
Summary
Eighty-six patients with medial epicondylitis were randomized to pharmacopuncture or sham pharmacopuncture groups for 8 weeks of treatment. Statistically significant improvements were observed in pain intensity, grip strength, and activities of daily living function in the pharmacopuncture group.
Key figures
Pain Reduction Rate
82%
Participants
86 subjects
Conclusion
Pharmacopuncture demonstrated significant efficacy in pain and functional improvement for golfer's elbow patients.
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