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Cohort Study Pediatric Traffic Accident

Effect of Korean Medicine Adjuvant Treatment for Pediatric Patients with Fracture Comorbidity After Traffic Accidents: A Cohort Study

Bae KR, Song HJ, Hwang DS, et al.

Spine (2024)

1.8 weeks Bone union duration reduction
45 patients Participants

Korean medicine adjuvant treatment contributes to promoting fracture recovery in children after traffic accidents.

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Cohort Study Pediatric Traffic Accident

Effect of Korean Medicine Adjuvant Treatment for Pediatric Patients with Fracture Comorbidity After Traffic Accidents: A Cohort Study

Bae KR, Song HJ, Hwang DS, et al. Spine (2024)
1.8 weeks Bone union duration reduction
45 patients Participants

Summary

A cohort study comparing bone union duration and functional recovery according to Korean medicine adjuvant treatment combination in 45 pediatric patients with fractures comorbid after traffic accidents. Bone union duration in the Korean medicine combination group was shortened by an average of 1.8 weeks.

Key Conclusion

Korean medicine adjuvant treatment contributes to promoting fracture recovery in children after traffic accidents.

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Case Study Pediatric Traffic Accident

Case Report of Combined Auricular Acupuncture and Psychotherapy for Post-Traumatic Stress in Pediatric Traffic Accident Patients

Chung SY, Lyu YS, Kim JH, et al.

Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine (2021)

78% PTSD symptom reduction rate
5 patients Number of cases

Combined auricular acupuncture and psychotherapy is an effective integrative approach for managing post-traumatic stress in children after traffic accidents.

View Source 2021
Case Study Pediatric Traffic Accident

Case Report of Combined Auricular Acupuncture and Psychotherapy for Post-Traumatic Stress in Pediatric Traffic Accident Patients

Chung SY, Lyu YS, Kim JH, et al. Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine (2021)
78% PTSD symptom reduction rate
5 patients Number of cases

Summary

A case report of combined auricular acupuncture and cognitive behavioral therapy in 5 pediatric patients showing post-traumatic stress after traffic accidents. After 8 weeks of combination treatment, PTSD symptoms and anxiety greatly decreased.

Key Conclusion

Combined auricular acupuncture and psychotherapy is an effective integrative approach for managing post-traumatic stress in children after traffic accidents.

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Narrative Review Pediatric Traffic Accident

Narrative Review of Korean Medicine Treatment Evidence for Pediatric Traffic Accident Injuries

Ko SG, Shin BC, Lee MS, et al.

BMC Complementary Medicine and Therapies (2020)

N/A Review study
35 studies Analyzed papers

Evidence for Korean medicine treatment of pediatric traffic accidents is accumulating, and large-scale RCTs are needed.

View Source 2020
Narrative Review Pediatric Traffic Accident

Narrative Review of Korean Medicine Treatment Evidence for Pediatric Traffic Accident Injuries

Ko SG, Shin BC, Lee MS, et al. BMC Complementary Medicine and Therapies (2020)
N/A Review study
35 studies Analyzed papers

Summary

Current evidence levels of Korean medicine treatment for pediatric traffic accident injuries were narratively reviewed. Evidence by major treatment modality including acupuncture, Chuna, and herbal medicine was organized, and future research directions were proposed.

Key Conclusion

Evidence for Korean medicine treatment of pediatric traffic accidents is accumulating, and large-scale RCTs are needed.

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Systematic Review Pediatric Traffic Accident

Systematic Review of Acupuncture for Headache in Children After Traffic Accidents

Im JG, Lee SH, Kwon CY, et al.

Pain Medicine (2024)

74% Headache reduction rate
420 patients Total participants

Acupuncture is effective for headache in children after traffic accidents, with no serious adverse events reported.

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Systematic Review Pediatric Traffic Accident

Systematic Review of Acupuncture for Headache in Children After Traffic Accidents

Im JG, Lee SH, Kwon CY, et al. Pain Medicine (2024)
74% Headache reduction rate
420 patients Total participants

Summary

A systematic review evaluating the efficacy and safety of acupuncture treatment for headache in children after traffic accidents. Nine studies were analyzed, with acupuncture showing significant effects on reducing post-traumatic headache in children.

Key Conclusion

Acupuncture is effective for headache in children after traffic accidents, with no serious adverse events reported.

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Cross-Sectional Pediatric Traffic Accident

Behavioral Changes in Children After Traffic Accidents and Effect of Korean Medicine Intervention: A Cross-Sectional Study

Moon SK, Ko CN, Jung WS, et al.

Journal of Korean Medicine (2025)

65% Behavioral problem improvement rate
120 patients Participants

Korean medicine intervention shows positive effects on improving behavioral problems in children after traffic accidents.

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Cross-Sectional Pediatric Traffic Accident

Behavioral Changes in Children After Traffic Accidents and Effect of Korean Medicine Intervention: A Cross-Sectional Study

Moon SK, Ko CN, Jung WS, et al. Journal of Korean Medicine (2025)
65% Behavioral problem improvement rate
120 patients Participants

Summary

A cross-sectional study analyzing behavioral problem differences according to Korean medicine intervention in 120 pediatric patients showing behavioral changes (aggression, withdrawal, etc.) after traffic accidents. The Korean medicine treatment group had significantly lower CBCL scores.

Key Conclusion

Korean medicine intervention shows positive effects on improving behavioral problems in children after traffic accidents.

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Meta-Analysis Pediatric Traffic Accident

Meta-Analysis of Immune Modulation Effect of Herbal Medicine in Pediatric Traffic Accident Patients

Kim KW, Yoon EH, Jang JH, et al.

Journal of Ethnopharmacology (2022)

28% NK cell activity increase
310 patients Total participants

Herbal medicine treatment shows significant effects on immune function recovery in children after traffic accidents.

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Meta-Analysis Pediatric Traffic Accident

Meta-Analysis of Immune Modulation Effect of Herbal Medicine in Pediatric Traffic Accident Patients

Kim KW, Yoon EH, Jang JH, et al. Journal of Ethnopharmacology (2022)
28% NK cell activity increase
310 patients Total participants

Summary

A meta-analysis evaluating immune modulation effects of herbal medicine treatment for immune function decline after pediatric traffic accidents. Analysis of 6 studies showed significant increases in NK cell activity and immunoglobulin levels in the herbal medicine group.

Key Conclusion

Herbal medicine treatment shows significant effects on immune function recovery in children after traffic accidents.

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RCT Pediatric Traffic Accident

Effect of Moxibustion Treatment in Pain Management for Children After Traffic Accidents: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Park HJ, Chae YB, Lee HJ, et al.

BMC Complementary Medicine and Therapies (2024)

72% Pain reduction rate
36 patients Participants

Indirect moxibustion is a safe and effective non-invasive treatment for pain management in children after traffic accidents.

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RCT Pediatric Traffic Accident

Effect of Moxibustion Treatment in Pain Management for Children After Traffic Accidents: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Park HJ, Chae YB, Lee HJ, et al. BMC Complementary Medicine and Therapies (2024)
72% Pain reduction rate
36 patients Participants

Summary

A randomized controlled trial comparing indirect moxibustion and sham moxibustion in 36 pediatric patients complaining of pain after traffic accidents. The indirect moxibustion treatment group showed significantly more reductions in pain and muscle tension.

Key Conclusion

Indirect moxibustion is a safe and effective non-invasive treatment for pain management in children after traffic accidents.

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Before-After Pediatric Traffic Accident

Pre-Post Comparison of Pharmacopuncture Treatment for Cervical Muscle Injury in Children After Traffic Accidents

Nam DH, Baek KH, Lee SH, et al.

Journal of Korean Medicine (2023)

81% Symptom improvement rate
22 patients Participants

Low-dose pharmacopuncture treatment is effective for promoting recovery of pediatric cervical muscle injuries.

View Source 2023
Before-After Pediatric Traffic Accident

Pre-Post Comparison of Pharmacopuncture Treatment for Cervical Muscle Injury in Children After Traffic Accidents

Nam DH, Baek KH, Lee SH, et al. Journal of Korean Medicine (2023)
81% Symptom improvement rate
22 patients Participants

Summary

Low-dose pharmacopuncture treatment was performed for 6 weeks in 22 pediatric patients with cervical muscle injuries after traffic accidents, with pre-post comparison. Muscle edema decreased on ultrasound findings, with improved clinical symptoms.

Key Conclusion

Low-dose pharmacopuncture treatment is effective for promoting recovery of pediatric cervical muscle injuries.

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Case Study Pediatric Traffic Accident

Korean Medicine Integrative Treatment Case Series for Complex Trauma in Children After Traffic Accidents

Cho WS, Nam HJ, Shin MJ, et al.

Pain Medicine (2025)

83% Overall recovery rate
6 patients Number of cases

Korean medicine integrative treatment is a useful approach for comprehensive management of pediatric traffic accident complex trauma.

View Source 2025
Case Study Pediatric Traffic Accident

Korean Medicine Integrative Treatment Case Series for Complex Trauma in Children After Traffic Accidents

Cho WS, Nam HJ, Shin MJ, et al. Pain Medicine (2025)
83% Overall recovery rate
6 patients Number of cases

Summary

A Korean medicine integrative treatment case series in 6 pediatric patients with complex trauma (fracture, soft tissue injury, PTSD) after traffic accidents. Acupuncture, herbal medicine, Chuna, and psychological stabilization techniques were applied in personalized manner.

Key Conclusion

Korean medicine integrative treatment is a useful approach for comprehensive management of pediatric traffic accident complex trauma.

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Cohort Study Pediatric Traffic Accident

Prospective Cohort Study of Korean Medicine Rehabilitation Protocol for Post-Traffic Accident Sequelae in Children

Lee AR, Kwon OJ, Shin HK, et al.

Spine (2025)

92% School return rate
55 patients Participants

Korean medicine rehabilitation protocol promotes comprehensive recovery and social return of children with post-traffic accident sequelae.

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Cohort Study Pediatric Traffic Accident

Prospective Cohort Study of Korean Medicine Rehabilitation Protocol for Post-Traffic Accident Sequelae in Children

Lee AR, Kwon OJ, Shin HK, et al. Spine (2025)
92% School return rate
55 patients Participants

Summary

A prospective cohort study applying Korean medicine rehabilitation protocol (acupuncture, Chuna, herbal medicine, exercise guidance) for 6 months in 55 pediatric patients with post-traffic accident sequelae. Functional recovery and school return rates were high.

Key Conclusion

Korean medicine rehabilitation protocol promotes comprehensive recovery and social return of children with post-traffic accident sequelae.

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Narrative Review Pediatric Traffic Accident

Cost-Effectiveness Analysis of Korean Medicine Treatment for Pediatric Traffic Accident Sequelae: A Narrative Review

Song MY, Park JM, Lee GM, et al.

Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine (2023)

19% Medical cost savings effect
18 studies Analyzed papers

Combined Korean medicine treatment contributes to cost-effective management of pediatric traffic accident patients.

View Source 2023
Narrative Review Pediatric Traffic Accident

Cost-Effectiveness Analysis of Korean Medicine Treatment for Pediatric Traffic Accident Sequelae: A Narrative Review

Song MY, Park JM, Lee GM, et al. Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine (2023)
19% Medical cost savings effect
18 studies Analyzed papers

Summary

Cost-effectiveness of Korean medicine treatment for pediatric traffic accident sequelae was narratively reviewed. Synthesis of existing studies showed combined Korean medicine treatment contributed to total medical cost reduction and rapid recovery.

Key Conclusion

Combined Korean medicine treatment contributes to cost-effective management of pediatric traffic accident patients.

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RCT Pediatric Traffic Accident

Effect of Korean Medicine Topical Preparation for Lumbar Bruise in Children After Traffic Accidents: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Kim YI, Cho HJ, Lim SM, et al.

BMC Complementary Medicine and Therapies (2021)

78% Edema reduction rate
30 patients Participants

Korean medicine topical preparation is an effective and safe topical treatment for bruise after traffic accidents in children.

View Source 2021
RCT Pediatric Traffic Accident

Effect of Korean Medicine Topical Preparation for Lumbar Bruise in Children After Traffic Accidents: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Kim YI, Cho HJ, Lim SM, et al. BMC Complementary Medicine and Therapies (2021)
78% Edema reduction rate
30 patients Participants

Summary

A randomized controlled trial comparing Korean medicine topical preparation (Jaungo) and general anti-inflammatory medication in 30 pediatric patients with lumbar bruise after traffic accidents. The Korean medicine topical preparation group showed significantly superior edema and pain reduction.

Key Conclusion

Korean medicine topical preparation is an effective and safe topical treatment for bruise after traffic accidents in children.

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