Meta-analysis of Combined Korean Medicine Physical Therapy and Acupuncture in Tennis Elbow Patients
Journal · BMC Complementary Medicine and Therapies (2025)
Original authors · Park SW, Chae HB, Kim TH, et al.
DOI · 10.1186/s12906-2025-04831
Summary
Eleven randomized controlled trials (798 subjects total) on combined Korean medicine physical therapy and acupuncture were meta-analyzed. The combination treatment demonstrated significantly superior pain reduction and functional recovery compared to either monotherapy.
Key figures
Pain Reduction Rate
90%
Total Participants
798 subjects
Conclusion
The combination of Korean medicine physical therapy and acupuncture demonstrates synergistic effects in tennis elbow treatment.
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