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RCT Neurological Disorders

Effect of Combined Jinmu-tang and Vestibular Rehabilitation for Geriatric Vertigo: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Sung WS, Hong JW, Park SH, et al.

Geriatrics & Gerontology International (2024)

56% DHI Reduction Rate
108 subjects Participants
8 weeks Treatment Period

Adjunctive Jinmu-tang enhances vestibular rehabilitation effects in geriatric vertigo and reduces fall risk.

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RCT Neurological Disorders

Effect of Combined Jinmu-tang and Vestibular Rehabilitation for Geriatric Vertigo: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Sung WS, Hong JW, Park SH, et al. Geriatrics & Gerontology International (2024)
56% DHI Reduction Rate
108 subjects Participants
8 weeks Treatment Period

Summary

One hundred eight patients aged 65 or older with chronic vertigo were assigned to vestibular rehabilitation monotherapy or rehabilitation plus Jinmu-tang combination groups for 8 weeks of treatment. The combination group demonstrated a 56% reduction in DHI, significantly superior to monotherapy (38%), with greater improvement also in fall fear (FES-I).

Key Conclusion

Adjunctive Jinmu-tang enhances vestibular rehabilitation effects in geriatric vertigo and reduces fall risk.

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Before-After Neurological Disorders

Effect of Banhabaekchulcheonma-tang for Residual Dizziness in BPPV: A Pre-Post Comparison Study

Gu BM, Seol IC, Kim YS, et al.

Journal of Vestibular Research (2023)

52% DHI Reduction Rate
74% Dizziness Resolution
54 subjects Participants

Banhabaekchulcheonma-tang is effective for rapid resolution of residual dizziness after BPPV canalith repositioning.

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Before-After Neurological Disorders

Effect of Banhabaekchulcheonma-tang for Residual Dizziness in BPPV: A Pre-Post Comparison Study

Gu BM, Seol IC, Kim YS, et al. Journal of Vestibular Research (2023)
52% DHI Reduction Rate
74% Dizziness Resolution
54 subjects Participants

Summary

Fifty-four BPPV patients with residual dizziness persisting more than 2 weeks after canalith repositioning received Banhabaekchulcheonma-tang for 4 weeks. DHI scores decreased by an average of 52%, with complete residual dizziness resolution rate reaching 74%. Gait stability (TUG) also improved significantly.

Key Conclusion

Banhabaekchulcheonma-tang is effective for rapid resolution of residual dizziness after BPPV canalith repositioning.

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Systematic Review Neurological Disorders

Neuroprotective Effect of Herbal Medicine for Dementia Prevention: A Systematic Review

Han SJ, Cho KH, Yoon JH, et al.

Alzheimers Research & Therapy (2023)

25 studies Analyzed Studies
Aβ suppression Neuroprotective Mechanism
Hippocampal protection Structural Effect

The neuroprotective effects of herbal medicine can contribute to dementia prevention strategies.

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Systematic Review Neurological Disorders

Neuroprotective Effect of Herbal Medicine for Dementia Prevention: A Systematic Review

Han SJ, Cho KH, Yoon JH, et al. Alzheimers Research & Therapy (2023)
25 studies Analyzed Studies
Aβ suppression Neuroprotective Mechanism
Hippocampal protection Structural Effect

Summary

Twenty-five studies evaluating the neuroprotective effect of dementia prevention herbal medicines (Jogudeung-san, Danggwijakyak-san, etc.) were systematically reviewed. Herbal medicine showed significant effects on amyloid beta accumulation inhibition and hippocampal neuron protection.

Key Conclusion

The neuroprotective effects of herbal medicine can contribute to dementia prevention strategies.

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Systematic Review Neurological Disorders

Cost-Effectiveness Analysis of Korean Medicine Combined Treatment for Neurological Disorders: A Systematic Review

Cho AR, Park MJ, Kim DI, et al.

Value in Health (2023)

12 studies Analyzed Studies
Cost-effective Economic Confirmation
3 disorders Stroke, Headache, Neuropathy

Korean medicine combined treatment is a cost-effective treatment option for major neurological disorders.

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Systematic Review Neurological Disorders

Cost-Effectiveness Analysis of Korean Medicine Combined Treatment for Neurological Disorders: A Systematic Review

Cho AR, Park MJ, Kim DI, et al. Value in Health (2023)
12 studies Analyzed Studies
Cost-effective Economic Confirmation
3 disorders Stroke, Headache, Neuropathy

Summary

Twelve studies evaluating the cost-effectiveness of Korean medicine combined treatment for neurological disorders were systematically reviewed. Korean medicine treatment was shown to be cost-effective in stroke, headache, and neuropathy.

Key Conclusion

Korean medicine combined treatment is a cost-effective treatment option for major neurological disorders.

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RCT Neurological Disorders

Randomized Controlled Trial of Needle-Knife Therapy for Sciatica

Roh JD, Kim GH, Park HJ, et al.

Pain (2023)

65% Pain↓
22° SLR↑
70 subjects Participants

Needle-knife therapy is more effective than regular acupuncture for adhesion release and pain reduction in sciatica.

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RCT Neurological Disorders

Randomized Controlled Trial of Needle-Knife Therapy for Sciatica

Roh JD, Kim GH, Park HJ, et al. Pain (2023)
65% Pain↓
22° SLR↑
70 subjects Participants

Summary

Seventy patients with sciatica were compared between needle-knife and regular acupuncture groups for 6 weeks. The needle-knife group showed significantly superior improvements in VAS (-65%) and SLR angle (+22°) compared with regular acupuncture.

Key Conclusion

Needle-knife therapy is more effective than regular acupuncture for adhesion release and pain reduction in sciatica.

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Cross-Sectional Neurological Disorders

Cross-Sectional Analysis of Combined Cervical Chuna and Acupuncture for Headache Patients

Yang SB, Lee SG, Kim GH, et al.

Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics (2023)

200 subjects Participants
38% Headache↓
45% Analgesics↓

The combination of chuna and acupuncture has significant association with headache management and analgesic dependence reduction.

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Cross-Sectional Neurological Disorders

Cross-Sectional Analysis of Combined Cervical Chuna and Acupuncture for Headache Patients

Yang SB, Lee SG, Kim GH, et al. Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics (2023)
200 subjects Participants
38% Headache↓
45% Analgesics↓

Summary

Headache frequency and analgesic use were analyzed according to chuna + acupuncture combined use in 200 headache patients. The combined user group showed significantly fewer headache frequency (-38%) and analgesic (-45%) use.

Key Conclusion

The combination of chuna and acupuncture has significant association with headache management and analgesic dependence reduction.

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Before-After Neurological Disorders

Gate Control Theory-Based Study of Electroacupuncture for Neuropathic Pain: A Pre-Post Comparison

Lee AR, Park SJ, Kim GH, et al.

Pain Medicine (2023)

Hyperalgesia↓ Central Sensitization↓
35 subjects Participants
QST improvement Sensory Normalization

Electroacupuncture effectively regulates neuropathic pain through gate control mechanisms.

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Before-After Neurological Disorders

Gate Control Theory-Based Study of Electroacupuncture for Neuropathic Pain: A Pre-Post Comparison

Lee AR, Park SJ, Kim GH, et al. Pain Medicine (2023)
Hyperalgesia↓ Central Sensitization↓
35 subjects Participants
QST improvement Sensory Normalization

Summary

Electroacupuncture was administered for 8 weeks to 35 patients with neuropathic pain, and quantitative sensory testing (QST) was compared. A-beta fiber activation and hyperalgesia reduction were confirmed.

Key Conclusion

Electroacupuncture effectively regulates neuropathic pain through gate control mechanisms.

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Meta-Analysis Neurological Disorders

Meta-Analysis of Electroacupuncture for Post-Stroke Gait Disorders

Cho KH, Jang EY, Moon PD, et al.

Gait & Posture (2023)

16 studies Analyzed RCTs
+0.15 m/s Walking Speed
Stride length↑ Gait Improvement

Electroacupuncture effectively promotes gait rehabilitation after stroke.

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Meta-Analysis Neurological Disorders

Meta-Analysis of Electroacupuncture for Post-Stroke Gait Disorders

Cho KH, Jang EY, Moon PD, et al. Gait & Posture (2023)
16 studies Analyzed RCTs
+0.15 m/s Walking Speed
Stride length↑ Gait Improvement

Summary

A meta-analysis of 16 RCTs evaluating the effect of electroacupuncture for post-stroke gait disorders. The electroacupuncture group showed significant improvements in walking speed (+0.15 m/s) and stride length.

Key Conclusion

Electroacupuncture effectively promotes gait rehabilitation after stroke.

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Systematic Review Neurological Disorders

Systematic Review of Moxibustion Treatment for Migraine

Son HY, Kim MJ, Park EJ, et al.

Acupuncture in Medicine (2024)

10 studies Analyzed Studies
Migraine↓ Days Reduction
Intensity↓ VAS Reduction

Moxibustion treatment is effective as preventive treatment for migraine.

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Systematic Review Neurological Disorders

Systematic Review of Moxibustion Treatment for Migraine

Son HY, Kim MJ, Park EJ, et al. Acupuncture in Medicine (2024)
10 studies Analyzed Studies
Migraine↓ Days Reduction
Intensity↓ VAS Reduction

Summary

Ten studies evaluating the effect of moxibustion treatment for migraine were systematically reviewed. Moxibustion treatment showed significant effects on reduction of monthly migraine days and intensity.

Key Conclusion

Moxibustion treatment is effective as preventive treatment for migraine.

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Cohort Study Neurological Disorders

Cohort Study of Moxibustion Treatment for Diabetic Neuropathy

Han CH, Seo JY, Moon KW, et al.

Diabetes Research and Clinical Practice (2023)

38% Symptoms↓
85 subjects Participants
Sensation↑ Vibration Threshold

Moxibustion treatment is effective for sensory function improvement in diabetic neuropathy.

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Cohort Study Neurological Disorders

Cohort Study of Moxibustion Treatment for Diabetic Neuropathy

Han CH, Seo JY, Moon KW, et al. Diabetes Research and Clinical Practice (2023)
38% Symptoms↓
85 subjects Participants
Sensation↑ Vibration Threshold

Summary

Eighty-five patients with diabetic neuropathy were followed for 12 weeks, divided into moxibustion treatment and non-treatment groups. The moxibustion group showed significant improvements in NTSS-6 (-38%) and vibration perception threshold.

Key Conclusion

Moxibustion treatment is effective for sensory function improvement in diabetic neuropathy.

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RCT Neurological Disorders

Randomized Controlled Trial of Electroacupuncture for Post-Stroke Shoulder Pain

Jeon SW, Min BW, Cha YR, et al.

American Journal of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (2024)

58% Pain↓
60 subjects Participants
ROM↑ Mobility

Electroacupuncture is effective for pain reduction and mobility recovery in post-stroke shoulder pain.

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RCT Neurological Disorders

Randomized Controlled Trial of Electroacupuncture for Post-Stroke Shoulder Pain

Jeon SW, Min BW, Cha YR, et al. American Journal of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (2024)
58% Pain↓
60 subjects Participants
ROM↑ Mobility

Summary

Sixty patients with post-stroke shoulder pain were compared between electroacupuncture and regular physical therapy groups for 8 weeks. The electroacupuncture group showed significantly greater improvements in VAS (-58%) and shoulder ROM.

Key Conclusion

Electroacupuncture is effective for pain reduction and mobility recovery in post-stroke shoulder pain.

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Narrative Review Neurological Disorders

Narrative Review of Adjunctive Effect of Acupuncture Treatment for Epilepsy

Park BS, Kang JH, Lee EH, et al.

Epilepsy & Behavior (2023)

14 sources Reviewed Literature
Side effects↓ Drug Side Effects
Seizures↓ Adjunctive Effect

Acupuncture treatment is useful as an adjunctive treatment for epilepsy in side effect management.

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Narrative Review Neurological Disorders

Narrative Review of Adjunctive Effect of Acupuncture Treatment for Epilepsy

Park BS, Kang JH, Lee EH, et al. Epilepsy & Behavior (2023)
14 sources Reviewed Literature
Side effects↓ Drug Side Effects
Seizures↓ Adjunctive Effect

Summary

Fourteen articles on the adjunctive effect of acupuncture treatment for epilepsy were reviewed. Acupuncture treatment showed effects on antiepileptic drug side effect reduction and adjunctive seizure frequency reduction.

Key Conclusion

Acupuncture treatment is useful as an adjunctive treatment for epilepsy in side effect management.

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