Journal of Acupuncture Research

Korean Acupuncture & Moxibustion Medicine Society (대한침구의학회)
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Research Trend in Korean Medicine Treatment for Hemifacial Spasm

  • Hyang Gi Lim (Department of Acupuncture and Moxibustion, College of Korean Medicine, Daegu Haany University) ;
  • Eun Sil Heo (Department of Acupuncture and Moxibustion, College of Korean Medicine, Daegu Haany University) ;
  • Sang Ha Woo (Department of Acupuncture and Moxibustion, College of Korean Medicine, Daegu Haany University) ;
  • Jung Hee Lee (Department of Acupuncture and Moxibustion, College of Korean Medicine, Daegu Haany University) ;
  • Jae Soo Kim (Department of Acupuncture and Moxibustion, College of Korean Medicine, Daegu Haany University) ;
  • Seong Hun Choi (Department of Anatomy and Histology, College of Korean Medicine, Daegu Haany University) ;
  • Hyun-Jong Lee (Department of Acupuncture and Moxibustion, College of Korean Medicine, Daegu Haany University)
  • Received : 2023.04.13
  • Accepted : 2023.07.06
  • Published : 2023.08.31
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Abstract

This study reviewed clinical papers reported on hemifacial spasm (HFS). Six online databases were searched for clinical papers published between January 2000 and December 2022. This study reviewed 14 studies, including 13 case reports and 1 combination of case reports and randomized controlled trials (RCTs). The most frequently used acupoints were ST7 and TE17, and the stomach meridian was the most frequently selected. Herbal medicine, pharmacopuncture, thread embedding acupuncture, cupping, moxibustion, and physical therapy were combined with acupuncture. The most frequently used evaluation method is Scott's scale. Out of 95 cases, 82 reported improved HFS symptoms after treatment. Our findings indicated the effectiveness of Korean Medicine treatment in treating HFS. However, evidence of efficacy and safety remains insufficient. Large-scale and well-designed investigations will be required in the future to corroborate these results. We believe that this paper will serve as the foundation for future RCTs.

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