The Journal of Churna Manual Medicine for Spine and Nerves (척추신경추나의학회지)

Korean Society of Chuna manual Medicine for Spine and Nerves (척추신경추나의학회)
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Dry Needling and Electro-Dry Needling Improved the Trigger Thumb in a Patient Based on Anatomical Structure Without A1 Pulley Release: A Case Report

방아쇠 무지 환자를 A1 활차 박리없이 근골격계에 기반하여 침과 전침으로 호전시킨 1례: 증례보고

  • Myung Hyun Yoon (Dept. of Health Administration, Goseong Public Health Center)
  • 윤명현 (강원도 고성군 보건소 보건행정과)
  • Received : 2022.11.14
  • Accepted : 2022.12.07
  • Published : 2022.12.30
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Abstract

Objectives Most of the acupuncture or dry needling points for trigger finger were limited around the metacarpophalangeal joint, A1 pulley, and flexor muscle tendon. Thus, this study aimed to report a case of a patient with trigger thumb which improved using dry needling on additional muscle points. Methods The author has investigated why additional points are needed including what its accompanying effects are. Dry needling and electro-dry needling have been conducted based on anatomical structure. Moreover, a follow-up observation was performed twice to evaluate if the effects of this treatment have been maintained. Treatment progress was evaluated using a numeric rating scale (NRS) and Quinnell's classification of trigger finger. Results After 28 days of treatment, NRS and Quinnell's trigger grade decreased significantly without adverse effects. The treatment effect has been maintained until follow-up observation. Conclusions Additional points are recommended for the radical treatment of trigger finger.

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논문 작성에 도움을 주신 최성렬 교수님과 이태희 교수님께 감사의 말씀 드립니다.

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