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A curated collection of academic research relevant to the clinical practice at Geummaek Korean Medicine Clinic.

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Case Study Men's Health / Urology

Acupuncture Treatment Case Report on 10 Cases of Chronic Prostatitis/Chronic Pelvic Pain Syndrome

정우진, 김상헌, 이동윤, et al.

대한한방남성학회지 (2023)

42.3% NIH-CPSI Reduction Rate
10 cases Number of Cases
8 weeks Treatment Period

Acupuncture treatment is an effective treatment option for pain and urinary symptom relief in chronic prostatitis/chronic pelvic pain syndrome patients.

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Case Study Men's Health / Urology

Acupuncture Treatment Case Report on 10 Cases of Chronic Prostatitis/Chronic Pelvic Pain Syndrome

정우진, 김상헌, 이동윤, et al. 대한한방남성학회지 (2023)
42.3% NIH-CPSI Reduction Rate
10 cases Number of Cases
8 weeks Treatment Period

Summary

Acupuncture treatment case report on 10 patients with chronic prostatitis/chronic pelvic pain syndrome (CP/CPPS). After 8 weeks of acupuncture treatment at perineal and lower abdominal acupoints, NIH-CPSI scores decreased by an average of 42.3%, and significant improvements were observed in dysuria, perineal discomfort, and quality of life domains.

Key Conclusion

Acupuncture treatment is an effective treatment option for pain and urinary symptom relief in chronic prostatitis/chronic pelvic pain syndrome patients.

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Before-After Men's Health / Urology

Therapeutic Effect of Palmijihwang-hwan on Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH): A Pre-Post Comparison Study

강민호, 유정석, 백승현, et al.

Complementary Therapies in Medicine (2024)

39.4% IPSS Score Reduction Rate
3.2 mL/s Maximum Flow Rate Increase
78 subjects Study Participants

Palmijihwang-hwan significantly improves IPSS scores and urodynamic indicators in BPH patients and can be considered as a first-line treatment option for kidney yang deficiency-type BPH.

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Before-After Men's Health / Urology

Therapeutic Effect of Palmijihwang-hwan on Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH): A Pre-Post Comparison Study

강민호, 유정석, 백승현, et al. Complementary Therapies in Medicine (2024)
39.4% IPSS Score Reduction Rate
3.2 mL/s Maximum Flow Rate Increase
78 subjects Study Participants

Summary

A study analyzing symptom changes before and after 8 weeks of Palmijihwang-hwan administration in 78 benign prostatic hyperplasia patients. IPSS scores decreased from an average of 19.3 to 11.7, and maximum flow rate increased by an average of 3.2 mL/s. Residual urine volume also decreased significantly, confirming improvement across lower urinary tract symptoms.

Key Conclusion

Palmijihwang-hwan significantly improves IPSS scores and urodynamic indicators in BPH patients and can be considered as a first-line treatment option for kidney yang deficiency-type BPH.

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Cross-Sectional Men's Health / Urology

Effect of Electroacupuncture Treatment on Sperm Motility Improvement: A Cross-Sectional Study and Mechanism Analysis

한지영, 오승환, 임도현, et al.

대한침구의학회지 (2023)

31.2% Progressive Motility Improvement
65 subjects Number of Subjects
2/100Hz Electroacupuncture Frequency

Electroacupuncture treatment is effective for improving sperm motility, and a mechanism through hypothalamus-pituitary-gonadal axis regulation is suggested.

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Cross-Sectional Men's Health / Urology

Effect of Electroacupuncture Treatment on Sperm Motility Improvement: A Cross-Sectional Study and Mechanism Analysis

한지영, 오승환, 임도현, et al. 대한침구의학회지 (2023)
31.2% Progressive Motility Improvement
65 subjects Number of Subjects
2/100Hz Electroacupuncture Frequency

Summary

A cross-sectional study analyzing the effect of electroacupuncture treatment in 65 men showing reduced sperm motility. After 2Hz/100Hz mixed-wave electroacupuncture stimulation at Sinsu, Myungmun, and Gwanwon acupoints, sperm progressive motility improved significantly, and serum inhibin B levels also improved.

Key Conclusion

Electroacupuncture treatment is effective for improving sperm motility, and a mechanism through hypothalamus-pituitary-gonadal axis regulation is suggested.

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Cohort Study Men's Health / Urology

Effect of Korean Medicine Combined Treatment on Oligospermia: A Prospective Cohort Study

박재원, 김태희, 송영준, et al.

Asian Journal of Andrology (2023)

88.9% Sperm Count Increase Rate
142 subjects Cohort Size
24 weeks Follow-up Period

Korean medicine combined treatment is effective for restoring sperm count to normal range in oligospermia patients, with particularly high response rates in patients with kidney deficiency pattern.

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Cohort Study Men's Health / Urology

Effect of Korean Medicine Combined Treatment on Oligospermia: A Prospective Cohort Study

박재원, 김태희, 송영준, et al. Asian Journal of Andrology (2023)
88.9% Sperm Count Increase Rate
142 subjects Cohort Size
24 weeks Follow-up Period

Summary

A prospective cohort study following 142 men diagnosed with oligospermia for 24 weeks. In the combined herbal medicine, acupuncture, and moxibustion treatment group, sperm count increased significantly from an average of 15.2×10⁶/mL to 28.7×10⁶/mL. Modified Bojungikgi-tang and warm needling at Gwanwon (CV4) acupoint combination was most effective.

Key Conclusion

Korean medicine combined treatment is effective for restoring sperm count to normal range in oligospermia patients, with particularly high response rates in patients with kidney deficiency pattern.

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RCT Men's Health / Urology

Clinical Efficacy Evaluation of Bosin-Ikjeong-tang for Sperm Vitality Decline: A Randomized Double-Blind Controlled Trial

이승호, 최영진, 정민수, et al.

대한한방내과학회지 (2024)

23.4% Sperm Survival Rate Improvement
86 subjects Study Participants
12 weeks Treatment Period

Bosin-Ikjeong-tang is effective for improving sperm vitality decline, and a mechanism through improvement of sperm mitochondrial function was confirmed.

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RCT Men's Health / Urology

Clinical Efficacy Evaluation of Bosin-Ikjeong-tang for Sperm Vitality Decline: A Randomized Double-Blind Controlled Trial

이승호, 최영진, 정민수, et al. 대한한방내과학회지 (2024)
23.4% Sperm Survival Rate Improvement
86 subjects Study Participants
12 weeks Treatment Period

Summary

A randomized double-blind controlled trial evaluating the effect of Bosin-Ikjeong-tang in 86 men diagnosed with sperm vitality decline. After 12 weeks of administration, sperm survival rate improved by an average of 23.4% in the herbal medicine group, and mitochondrial membrane potential indicators also improved significantly.

Key Conclusion

Bosin-Ikjeong-tang is effective for improving sperm vitality decline, and a mechanism through improvement of sperm mitochondrial function was confirmed.

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Before-After Traffic Accident Aftercare

Effect of Bee Venom Pharmacopuncture Treatment for Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) After Traffic Accidents: A Pre-Post Comparison Study

Nam DW, Kim JI, Kang JW, et al.

Pain Practice (2023)

47% Pain reduction
32% Edema reduction
62% Temperature asymmetry improvement

Bee venom pharmacopuncture simultaneously improves pain, edema, and autonomic abnormalities of CRPS after traffic accidents, presenting potential of Korean medicine approach to intractable pain syndromes.

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Before-After Traffic Accident Aftercare

Effect of Bee Venom Pharmacopuncture Treatment for Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) After Traffic Accidents: A Pre-Post Comparison Study

Nam DW, Kim JI, Kang JW, et al. Pain Practice (2023)
47% Pain reduction
32% Edema reduction
62% Temperature asymmetry improvement

Summary

A pre-post comparison study administering bee venom pharmacopuncture for 12 weeks in 42 patients with CRPS type I occurring after traffic accidents. BPI (Brief Pain Inventory) pain severity decreased by an average of 47%, with edema of affected limbs reduced by 32%. Skin temperature asymmetry improved by 62%, confirming sympathetic nerve function normalization, with also significant recovery of grip strength.

Key Conclusion

Bee venom pharmacopuncture simultaneously improves pain, edema, and autonomic abnormalities of CRPS after traffic accidents, presenting potential of Korean medicine approach to intractable pain syndromes.

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Cohort Study Traffic Accident Aftercare

Korean Medicine Treatment Satisfaction and Quality of Life Changes in Post-Traffic Accident Sequelae Patients: A Multicenter Cohort Study

Lee BK, Song JH, Cho WJ, et al.

Quality of Life Research (2024)

28 points Physical function improvement
92% Treatment satisfaction
248 patients Study population

Korean medicine treatment significantly improves both physical and mental quality of life in patients with post-traffic accident sequelae, with very high patient satisfaction.

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Cohort Study Traffic Accident Aftercare

Korean Medicine Treatment Satisfaction and Quality of Life Changes in Post-Traffic Accident Sequelae Patients: A Multicenter Cohort Study

Lee BK, Song JH, Cho WJ, et al. Quality of Life Research (2024)
28 points Physical function improvement
92% Treatment satisfaction
248 patients Study population

Summary

A multicenter prospective cohort study evaluating 12-week treatment satisfaction and quality of life changes in 248 patients receiving Korean medicine treatment for post-traffic accident sequelae. SF-36 physical function scores improved by an average of 28 points, with mental health scores increasing by 19 points. Treatment satisfaction was very high at 92%, with significant improvement confirmed even with treatment within insurance coverage.

Key Conclusion

Korean medicine treatment significantly improves both physical and mental quality of life in patients with post-traffic accident sequelae, with very high patient satisfaction.

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RCT Traffic Accident Aftercare

Effect of Combined Acupuncture and Chuna Treatment for Temporomandibular Disorder (TMD) After Traffic Accidents: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Han JM, Yoo JS, Park SJ, et al.

Journal of Oral Rehabilitation (2023)

12 mm Mouth opening increase
63% Pain reduction
48% Functional limitation improvement

Combined acupuncture and Chuna more effectively improves mouth opening limitation and pain of post-traffic accident TMD than occlusal splint.

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RCT Traffic Accident Aftercare

Effect of Combined Acupuncture and Chuna Treatment for Temporomandibular Disorder (TMD) After Traffic Accidents: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Han JM, Yoo JS, Park SJ, et al. Journal of Oral Rehabilitation (2023)
12 mm Mouth opening increase
63% Pain reduction
48% Functional limitation improvement

Summary

A randomized controlled trial comparing acupuncture plus Chuna versus general occlusal splint over 6 weeks in 68 patients with temporomandibular disorder after traffic accidents. The acupuncture plus Chuna group showed an average 12 mm increase in maximum mouth opening, 2-fold the effect of the splint group (6 mm). TMJ pain VAS decreased by 63%, with Jaw Function Limitation Scale improving by 48%.

Key Conclusion

Combined acupuncture and Chuna more effectively improves mouth opening limitation and pain of post-traffic accident TMD than occlusal splint.

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Systematic Review Traffic Accident Aftercare

Effect of Korean Medicine Treatment for Dizziness (Post-Traumatic Vertigo) After Traffic Accidents: A Systematic Review

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

Frontiers in Neurology (2024)

52% DHI improvement
16 studies Analyzed studies
Vestibular function Objective recovery confirmed

Korean medicine treatment improves both subjective symptoms and objective vestibular function in post-traffic accident vertigo, with combination approach more effective than monotherapy.

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Systematic Review Traffic Accident Aftercare

Effect of Korean Medicine Treatment for Dizziness (Post-Traumatic Vertigo) After Traffic Accidents: A Systematic Review

Moon SK, Jung WS, Ko CN, et al. Frontiers in Neurology (2024)
52% DHI improvement
16 studies Analyzed studies
Vestibular function Objective recovery confirmed

Summary

Sixteen clinical studies evaluating Korean medicine treatment (acupuncture, herbal medicine, Chuna) effects for post-traumatic vertigo after traffic accidents were systematically reviewed. The Korean medicine treatment group showed an average 52% improvement in DHI (Dizziness Handicap Inventory), superior to Western medicine controls (31%). Vestibular function recovery was also significantly faster on semicircular canal function tests (VNG), with improved postural stability (posturography).

Key Conclusion

Korean medicine treatment improves both subjective symptoms and objective vestibular function in post-traffic accident vertigo, with combination approach more effective than monotherapy.

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RCT Traffic Accident Aftercare

Effect of Korean Medicine Rehabilitation Program for Thoracic and Lumbar Compression Fracture Patients After Traffic Accidents: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Kang JH, Won CH, Lee SH, et al.

Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (2023)

61% VAS reduction
1.4-fold Bone density recovery speed
54% Oswestry improvement

Korean medicine integrative rehabilitation shows superior effects to general rehabilitation in all of pain reduction, bone recovery, and functional recovery in traffic accident compression fracture patients.

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RCT Traffic Accident Aftercare

Effect of Korean Medicine Rehabilitation Program for Thoracic and Lumbar Compression Fracture Patients After Traffic Accidents: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Kang JH, Won CH, Lee SH, et al. Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (2023)
61% VAS reduction
1.4-fold Bone density recovery speed
54% Oswestry improvement

Summary

A randomized controlled trial comparing Korean medicine rehabilitation (acupuncture + moxibustion + herbal medicine + Doin exercise) versus general rehabilitation over 12 weeks in 84 patients with thoracolumbar compression fracture (stable type) after traffic accidents. The Korean medicine rehabilitation group showed 61% VAS reduction, superior to the general group (38%), with bone density recovery speed 1.4-fold faster. Oswestry Disability Index improved by 54%, accelerating daily functional recovery.

Key Conclusion

Korean medicine integrative rehabilitation shows superior effects to general rehabilitation in all of pain reduction, bone recovery, and functional recovery in traffic accident compression fracture patients.

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Cohort Study Traffic Accident Aftercare

Long-Term Effect of Chuna Treatment for Chronic Pain Patients After Traffic Accidents: A 12-Month Prospective Cohort Study

Hwang EH, Shin JS, Lee J, et al.

The Clinical Journal of Pain (2024)

62% Chronic pain resolution rate
2.7-fold vs non-treatment
12 months Follow-up period

Chuna treatment is effective for long-term resolution of chronic pain after traffic accidents and contributes to preventing pain chronicity and social return.

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Cohort Study Traffic Accident Aftercare

Long-Term Effect of Chuna Treatment for Chronic Pain Patients After Traffic Accidents: A 12-Month Prospective Cohort Study

Hwang EH, Shin JS, Lee J, et al. The Clinical Journal of Pain (2024)
62% Chronic pain resolution rate
2.7-fold vs non-treatment
12 months Follow-up period

Summary

A prospective cohort study comparing 12-month course in 128 patients with chronic pain persisting more than 3 months after traffic accidents between Chuna treatment and non-treatment groups. The Chuna group showed an average NRS pain score of 3.1 at 12 months, significantly lower than the non-treatment group (5.8). Chronic pain resolution rate was 62%, 2.7-fold higher than non-treatment group (23%), with also superior workplace return rates.

Key Conclusion

Chuna treatment is effective for long-term resolution of chronic pain after traffic accidents and contributes to preventing pain chronicity and social return.

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Before-After Traffic Accident Aftercare

Effect of Acupuncture Treatment for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) After Traffic Accidents: A Pre-Post Comparison Study

Cho SY, Park JH, Kim SY, et al.

Journal of Traumatic Stress (2023)

18.4 points PCL-5 reduction
42% Sleep disturbance improvement
28% Parasympathetic activity increase

Acupuncture treatment significantly alleviates PTSD symptoms and sleep disturbance after traffic accidents and contributes to emotional stability through autonomic nervous system modulation.

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Before-After Traffic Accident Aftercare

Effect of Acupuncture Treatment for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) After Traffic Accidents: A Pre-Post Comparison Study

Cho SY, Park JH, Kim SY, et al. Journal of Traumatic Stress (2023)
18.4 points PCL-5 reduction
42% Sleep disturbance improvement
28% Parasympathetic activity increase

Summary

A pre-post comparison study of acupuncture treatment for 8 weeks in 58 patients diagnosed with PTSD after traffic accidents. PCL-5 (PTSD checklist) scores decreased by an average of 18.4 points, with sleep disturbance (PSQI) improving by 42%. Heart rate variability (HRV) analysis showed 28% increase in parasympathetic activity, confirming autonomic nervous system stabilization effects.

Key Conclusion

Acupuncture treatment significantly alleviates PTSD symptoms and sleep disturbance after traffic accidents and contributes to emotional stability through autonomic nervous system modulation.

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