The efficacy of thread embedding acupuncture on pain score, neck disability index, and pressure pain threshold for myofascial pain therapy in the upper trapezius muscle.

Background: Myofascial pain characterized by myofascial trigger point (MTrP) is a common cause of musculoskeletal pain and the main cause of neck and shoulder pain in the working population. Thread embedding acupuncture (TEA) is a new modality that can provide long-term stimulation to prolong the same therapeutic effect as conventional acupuncture. This study aimed to determine the effect of TEA therapy on pain score, neck disability index (NDI), and pressure pain threshold (PPT) for myofascial pain in the upper trapezius muscle.

The Role of Self-Care Acupressure in Maternal Health Problems to Support the Sustainable Development Goals Program in the Health Sector: A Narrative Review.

Objective: This narrative review discusses several studies that demonstrated the effect of self-care acupressure, especially on maternal-health problems in antenatal, labor, and postpartum times, as well as the mechanism of acupressure, the points used, and treatment strategies to support the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) program in the health sector.

Methods: PubMed and Google Scholar were searched for randomized controlled trials and systematic reviews/meta-analyses from the date of their inception to February 2022.

Results: The 14 studies that were included showed the possibility that acupressure could have a positive impact on maternal health.

Combination of electroacupuncture and pharmacological treatment improves insulin resistance in women with polycystic ovary syndrome: Double-blind randomized clinical trial.

Background: Acupuncture is a nonpharmacological treatment which has been known to improve ovulatory function in polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) women. Acupuncture modulates the somatic and autonomic nervous systems, which regulate endocrine and metabolic functions to impact ovulatory functions.

Objective: To investigate the effectiveness of electroacupuncture (EA) and pharmacological combination therapy on improving insulin resistance in women with PCOS.

The role of acupuncture for myofascial pain syndrome (MPS) in interventional pain management.

Objectives: The aim of this literature review is to describe the role of acupuncture for myofascial pain syndrome in interventional pain management.

Content: Myofascial pain syndrome (MPS) can be found at all ages. Approximately 30.

The Role of Acupuncture in Interventional Pain Management.

: Interventional pain management has been recognized over the last couple of decades for treating chronic-pain syndromes. Acupuncture is a nonpharmacologic therapeutic option for pain management and may be an option for different patients with contraindications for interventional pain management. This review explores this options.

Acupuncture for Treating Hypertension and Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus as Comorbidities in Patients with COVID-19.

The world is experiencing challenging times caused by spread of the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19), which is caused by infection with Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2). Hypertension and type 2 diabetes mellitus are the most prevalent comorbidities of COVID-19. This review discusses several studies that showed the effect of acupuncture on hypertension and type 2 diabetes mellitus, and that discussed the mechanism of acupuncture, points used, and treatment strategies.

Effects of Laser Acupuncture and Dietary Intervention on Key Obesity Parameters.

The scope of obesity includes quality of life (QoL); emotions; and financial burdens on individuals, families, and society. Obesity contributes to many diseases, such as coronary heart disease, type 2 diabetes, stroke, osteoarthritis, and cancer. Dietary modifications, lifestyle interventions, pharmacologic agents, and surgical interventions are some ways to address obesity; yet, safer, more-effective options are needed.

Effect of Electroacupuncture on Urea and Creatinine Levels in the Wistar Sepsis Model.

Sepsis is a life-threatening organ dysfunction caused by dysregulation of a host's response to infections. Sepsis-one of the most common contributing factors to acute kidney injuries in critically ill patients-is caused by bacterial endotoxins that lead to excessive production of proinflammatory cytokines. This condition can be treated with few side-effects by using electroacupuncture (EA) to regulate the neuroendocrine immune system to control the production of these cytokines.

Electroacupuncture Enhances Number of Mature Oocytes and Fertility Rates for Fertilization.

The increasing prevalence of infertility every year is in line with the increasing need for fertilization (IVF) programs. Failure of oocyte maturation is an obstacle that often causes low success in IVF. According to several studies, controlled ovarian stimulation (COS) has been reported to increase the risk of granulosa-cell apoptosis associated with inhibition of oocyte maturation.