Comparison of Acupotomy and Steroid Injection for Trigger Finger: A Meta-Analysis
Journal · Pain Medicine (2024)
Original authors · Yoo JE, Kang SY, Min BW, et al.
DOI · 10.1093/pm/pnae0812
Summary
Eight studies (total 524 patients) comparing acupotomy and steroid injection for trigger finger were meta-analyzed. Acupotomy showed effects equivalent to steroid injection with significantly lower recurrence rates.
Key figures
Acupotomy group recurrence rate
15%
Total participants
524 patients
Conclusion
Acupotomy shows effects equivalent to steroid injection and lower recurrence rates in trigger finger.
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