Nerve Conduction Improvement of Electroacupuncture for Peripheral Neuropathy: A Meta-Analysis
Journal · Clinical Neurophysiology (2024)
Original authors · Cho AR, Park MJ, Kim DI, et al.
DOI · 10.1016/j.clinph.2024.056
Summary
A meta-analysis of 16 RCTs evaluating the effect of electroacupuncture for peripheral neuropathy. The electroacupuncture group showed significant improvements in sensory and motor nerve conduction velocity.
Key figures
Analyzed RCTs
16 studies
Sensory Nerve
Conduction velocity↑
Motor Function
Motor nerve↑
Conclusion
Electroacupuncture is effective for nerve conduction improvement in peripheral neuropathy.
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