Effect of Acupuncture for Trigger Finger: A Meta-Analysis
Journal · BMC Complementary Medicine and Therapies (2022)
Original authors · Park JY, Seo BK, Lee GM, et al.
DOI · 10.1186/s12906-2022-03756
Summary
Ten studies (total 612 patients) analyzing acupuncture effects in trigger finger patients were meta-analyzed. Acupuncture showed significant effects on pain reduction and finger locking frequency reduction.
Key figures
Symptom improvement rate
75%
Total participants
612 patients
Conclusion
Acupuncture is effective as a non-surgical treatment method for trigger finger.
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