Therapeutic efficacy observation of warm needling moxibustion plus spine subtle adjusting manipulation for cervical radiculopathy
ConclusionWarm needling moxibustion plus spine subtle adjusting manipulation has a better effect in the treatment of cervical radiculopathy than warm needling moxibustion alone. (Source: Journal of Acupuncture and Tuina Science)
Source: Journal of Acupuncture and Tuina Science - December 1, 2021 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research

Effect of acupuncture on serum PYY and nesfatin-1 in obese patients with insulin resistance
ConclusionBased on exercise and dietary interventions, acupuncture is effective for obese patients with insulin resistance. It can reduce the BMI, body fat percentage, blood lipids, blood glucose, and serum insulin levels and improve insulin resistance. The action may be associated with the up-regulation of serum PYY and nesfatin-1. (Source: Journal of Acupuncture and Tuina Science)
Source: Journal of Acupuncture and Tuina Science - December 1, 2021 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research

Efficacy observation of auricular point sticking in combination with a healthy diet for simple obesity in children
ConclusionAuricular point sticking plus a healthy diet is safe and effective in treating simple obesity in children, producing more significant efficacy than healthy diet intervention alone. (Source: Journal of Acupuncture and Tuina Science)
Source: Journal of Acupuncture and Tuina Science - December 1, 2021 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research

Effects of Shaolin Neigong on the strength and stability of the forearm Rou-Kneading manipulation
ConclusionPracticing Shaolin Neigong can help the trainees reach the level of strength and frequency of Tuina clinicians in a shorter time in the forearm Rou-Kneading manipulation training. It can advance the efficiency in studying the forearm Rou-Kneading manipulation and promote the quality of the manipulation. (Source: Journal of Acupuncture and Tuina Science)
Source: Journal of Acupuncture and Tuina Science - December 1, 2021 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research

Evaluation of the clinical efficacy of muscle regions of meridians needling method for refractory facial paralysis based on infrared thermal imaging technology
ConclusionMuscle regions of meridians needling method has a better effect than facial three-line needling method for refractory facial paralysis. It can promote the microcirculation of the affected side of the face, improve the blood and oxygen supply to local tissues, and thus promote the repair of the peripheral facial nerve. (Source: Journal of Acupuncture and Tuina Science)
Source: Journal of Acupuncture and Tuina Science - December 1, 2021 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research

Observation on Tuina plus needling the distal acupoints along the pathway of meridians for shoulder periarthritis
ConclusionTuina combined with needling the distal acupoints along the pathway of meridians is more effective than Tuina alone in treating SP. The combined therapy can relieve the pain and improve joint function more effectively. (Source: Journal of Acupuncture and Tuina Science)
Source: Journal of Acupuncture and Tuina Science - December 1, 2021 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research

Effects of sinew-regulating bone-setting manipulations on chondrocytes, IL-1 β and NO in rabbits with knee osteoarthritis
ConclusionThe sinew-regulating bone-setting manipulations can reduce the levels of IL-1 β, NO, and chondrocyte apoptosis rate, and delay the articular cartilage degeneration, therefore, having a good therapeutic effect on KOA. (Source: Journal of Acupuncture and Tuina Science)
Source: Journal of Acupuncture and Tuina Science - December 1, 2021 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research

Clinical study on Tuina plus umbilical therapy for senile functional constipation
ConclusionThe efficacy of Tuina plus umbilical therapy for senile functional constipation is confirmed. This method can improve patients ’ quality of life. Its efficacy is better than that of taking lactulose oral solution. (Source: Journal of Acupuncture and Tuina Science)
Source: Journal of Acupuncture and Tuina Science - December 1, 2021 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research

Therapeutic efficacy observation of Tuina manipulation for pediatric adenoid hypertrophy
ConclusionTuina manipulation is effective in treating pediatric AH, and produces a better effect in improving traditional Chinese medicine symptoms and QOL than 0.05% mometasone furoate nasal spray. (Source: Journal of Acupuncture and Tuina Science)
Source: Journal of Acupuncture and Tuina Science - December 1, 2021 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research

Research on clinical application of manual therapy to tumor-related adverse reactions
ConclusionMT can alleviate various types of adverse reactions by effectively relieving patients ’ somatic symptoms and improving their psychological states and overall functions. It can be popularized as a significant non-drug therapy. At present, however, the clinical application of MT is neither extensive nor having sufficient basic research. Consequently, we should attach importance to th is application. (Source: Journal of Acupuncture and Tuina Science)
Source: Journal of Acupuncture and Tuina Science - October 22, 2021 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research

Evaluation of the effect of acupuncture on pain of patients with refractory trigeminal neuralgia
ConclusionAcupuncture can cause proper pain relief for refractory TN. Acupuncture can induce analgesic effect after multiple repetitions of therapeutic sessions. (Source: Journal of Acupuncture and Tuina Science)
Source: Journal of Acupuncture and Tuina Science - October 22, 2021 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research

Clinical efficacy of sticking-needle acupuncture plus tendon-regulating manipulation in the treatment of acute ankle sprain
ConclusionBased on the routine intervention, the addition of sticking-needle acupuncture and tendon-regulating was better in alleviating pain and swelling and improving joint function in patients with acute ankle sprain than addition of tendon-regulating alone. (Source: Journal of Acupuncture and Tuina Science)
Source: Journal of Acupuncture and Tuina Science - October 22, 2021 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research

Mild moxibustion plus loratadine tablets for children with allergic rhinitis: a randomized controlled trial
ConclusionMild moxibustion plus loratadine tablets is effective in treating children with AR. It can significantly improve the nasal symptoms and reduce the serum EOS count, which may be related to the regulation of the serum IL-27 and MIF levels. (Source: Journal of Acupuncture and Tuina Science)
Source: Journal of Acupuncture and Tuina Science - October 22, 2021 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research

Clinical efficacy observation of ‘Tong Du Yun Pi’ manipulation for infantile diarrhea in autumn
ConclusionIn the treatment of infantile diarrhea in autumn, based on oral administration of montmorillonite powder, ‘Tong Du Yun Pi’ manipulation can notably improve diarrheal symptoms, shorten disease duration, and strengthen the immunity of kids, producing more significant efficacy than oral administration of montmorillonite powder. (Source: Journal of Acupuncture and Tuina Science)
Source: Journal of Acupuncture and Tuina Science - October 1, 2021 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research

Tendon-regulating and bone-setting manipulation plus endurance resistance exercises for female with chronic neck pain
ConclusionTendon-regulating and bone-setting manipulation combined with endurance resistance exercises can relieve neck pain and cervical dysfunction in female patients with chronic neck pain. The efficacy of this method is more durable and better than that of medium-frequency electrotherapy combined with endurance exercises. (Source: Journal of Acupuncture and Tuina Science)
Source: Journal of Acupuncture and Tuina Science - October 1, 2021 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research