Meta-Analysis of Moxibustion Treatment for Myofascial Pain Syndrome After Traffic Accidents
Journal · Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine (2024)
Original authors · Chae YB, Park HJ, Lee HJ, et al.
DOI · 10.1155/2024/62481
Summary
A meta-analysis evaluating the effect of moxibustion treatment for myofascial pain syndrome after traffic accidents. Nine studies were analyzed, with the moxibustion treatment group showing significant improvements in tenderness threshold and pain intensity.
Key figures
Tenderness threshold improvement rate
68%
Total participants
640 patients
Conclusion
Moxibustion treatment is an effective complementary treatment for pain management of myofascial pain syndrome after traffic accidents.
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