Increase in range of motion and reduction of pain using acupuncture for chronic wrist injury with fracture.
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Title
Increase in range of motion and reduction of pain using acupuncture for chronic wrist injury with fracture.
Description
JASA (2020), Andres, Tyler N.
Abstract
Traumatic wrist injuries due to occult fractures and soft tissue injury can be difficult to manage. This case reports a positive outcome using acupuncture and moxibustion for a 36-year-old man who experienced debilitating wrist pain and limited mobility for over one year that resulted from a carpal bone fracture. After three treatments during a one-week time period, the patient demonstrated measurable improvements in range of motion and a dramatic decrease in pain through the wrist. Acupuncture is shown to be useful for chronic pain but acupuncture trials specifically for wrist pain do not exist beyond limited case reports. Better treatment options are needed for chronic wrist injuries and further investigations on using acupuncture for this condition are warranted.
Alternative Title
JASA
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Date
Language
English
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issn
2377-3723
issue
3
page end
29
page start
25
volume
7