Systematic Review for Korean Medicine Treatment Guideline Development for Cervical Disc Disease
Journal · Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine (2025)
Original authors · Lee YJ, Shin JS, Ha IH, et al.
DOI · 10.1155/2025/82147359
Summary
Sixty-two studies were systematically analyzed to synthesize evidence for Korean medicine treatment of cervical disc disease. High evidence levels were confirmed in the order of acupuncture treatment (Grade A), pharmacopuncture (B), chuna (B), and herbal medicine (B), with synergistic effects of combined treatments reported.
Key figures
Acupuncture Evidence Level
Grade A
Analyzed Studies
62 studies
Conclusion
Korean medicine treatment for cervical disc disease possesses moderate or higher evidence, and establishment of evidence-based guidelines is possible.
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