Journal of Korean Medicine Rehabilitation (한방재활의학과학회지)

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Scoping Review of Ultrasonography in Assessing Manipulative Treatment for Spinal Diseases

척추 질환의 수기치료에서 진단용 초음파 활용을 위한 주제범위 문헌고찰

  • Hyo-Eun Kim (School of Korean Medicine, Pusan National University) ;
  • Chang-Yeon Jung (School of Korean Medicine, Pusan National University) ;
  • Se-Jin Choi (School of Korean Medicine, Pusan National University) ;
  • Yeon-Woo Lee (Department of Korean Medicine Rehabilitation, Pusan National University Korean Medicine Hospital) ;
  • Man-Suk Hwang (Department of Korean Medicine Rehabilitation, Pusan National University Korean Medicine Hospital)
  • 김효은 (부산대학교 한의학전문대학원) ;
  • 정창연 (부산대학교 한의학전문대학원) ;
  • 최세진 (부산대학교 한의학전문대학원) ;
  • 이연우 (부산대학교한방병원 한방재활의학과) ;
  • 황만석 (부산대학교한방병원 한방재활의학과)
  • Received : 2024.01.03
  • Accepted : 2024.01.08
  • Published : 2024.01.31
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Abstract

Objectives This study aims to comprehensively review research utilizing ultrasonography for assessing manipulative treatment on spinal diseases, with the goal of promoting the wider integration of ultrasound imaging into clinical practice. Methods A systematic search was conducted on three international databases (Embase, PubMed, Cochrane) up to July 23, 2023. The search included key terms such as ultrasonography, manipulation, and skeletal muscle. The inclusion criteria narrowed down the selection to studies specifically related to lumbar and cervical vertebrae. Results Eleven studies were included in the review, with 10 focusing on lumbar vertebrae and one on cervical vertebrae, all employing spinal manipulation treatment. Among the 11 selected studies, nine primarily focused on ultrasound imaging to measure muscle thickness, while two utilized shear wave elastography to assess muscle stiffness. Also, rigorous measures were taken to ensure the reliability of the ultrasonography data. Conclusions This scoping review highlights the limited but growing evidence supporting the use of ultrasonography to assess manipulative treatment for spinal diseases. Despite a scarcity of studies in South Korea, it is crucial to recognize the potential of ultrasonography in becoming a widely used and practical tool for evaluating the effectiveness of manipulative treatments in the near future.

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Acknowledgement

This work was supported by clinical research grant from Pusan National University Hospital in 2023.

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