Global trends and performances of infrared imaging technology studies on acupuncture: a bibliometric analysis.

Objectives: To summarize development processes and research hotspots of infrared imaging technology research on acupuncture and to provide new insights for researchers in future studies.

Methods: Publications regarding infrared imaging technology in acupuncture from 2008 to 2023 were downloaded from the Web of Science Core Collection (WoSCC). VOSviewer 1.