Biomechanical Effects of Chuna Manipulation on Foot Pain: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Journal · Acupuncture in Medicine (2025)
Original authors · Kwon KR, Jang JH, Shin MS, et al.
DOI · 10.1177/0964528425132847
Summary
Seventy-six patients with foot pain were randomized into a chuna manipulation group and a conventional manual therapy group. The chuna group showed significantly superior outcomes in plantar pressure distribution normalization and ankle range of motion improvement.
Key figures
Number of Participants
76 subjects
Pain Reduction Rate
79%
Conclusion
Chuna manipulation is effective in alleviating pain by correcting biomechanical imbalances of the foot.
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