Acupuncture and TENS for Knee Osteoarthritis
Author Information
Author(s): Itoh Kazunori, Hirota Satoko, Katsumi Yasukazu, Ochi Hideki, Kitakoji Hiroshi
Primary Institution: Meiji University of Oriental Medicine
Hypothesis
Is a combined treatment of acupuncture and TENS more effective than acupuncture or TENS alone for treating knee osteoarthritis?
Conclusion
Combined acupuncture and TENS treatment was effective in pain relief and knee function improvement for the sampled patients suffering from knee OA.
Supporting Evidence
- The A&T group showed significant reductions in pain intensity and improvements in knee function compared to the control group.
- Patients receiving combined treatment reported better outcomes than those receiving only one type of treatment.
Takeaway
This study found that using acupuncture and a special electrical treatment together helps people with knee pain feel better and move easier.
Methodology
Thirty-two patients with knee OA were randomly allocated to four groups receiving different treatments, and their pain and function were measured using VAS and WOMAC scores.
Limitations
The study had a small sample size and a dropout rate, which may affect the results.
Participant Demographics
Patients aged 60 years or older with knee OA, including 21 women and 11 men.
Statistical Information
P-Value
0.008
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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