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http://dx.doi.org/10.14406/acu.2016.031

A Case Report of a Patient with Cervical Dystonia Treated by Korean Medical Treatment Based on Meridian Tendino-Musculature Acupuncture  

Sin, Dae Chul (Department of Acupuncture & Moxibustion Medicine, College of Oriental Medicine, Gachon University)
Kang, Mi Suk (Department of Acupuncture & Moxibustion Medicine, College of Oriental Medicine, Gachon University)
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Korean Journal of Acupuncture / v.33, no.4, 2016 , pp. 226-230 More about this Journal
Abstract
Objectives : The objective of this study is to report a effectiveness of korean medical treatment based on Meridian Tendino-musculature Acupuncture to patient with cervical dystonia. Methods : In this study, we conducted treatment based on Meridian Tendino-musculature Acupuncture to patients. And we also carried out treatments like herb medicine and cupping therapy etc. Tsui's score, Neck Disability Index(NDI), Visual analogue scale(VAS) and angle of C-spine were measured once a month to evaluate the severeness of symptom. Results : After 24 sessions of treatment, there were improvements on Tsui's score, Neck Disability Index(NDI), Visual analogue scale(VAS) and angle of C-spine. Conclusions : Korean medical treatment based on Meridian Tendino-musculature Acupuncture may be effective for relieving symptoms of cervical dystonia.
Keywords
cervical dystonia; Meridian Tendino-musculature Acupuncture; Tsui'S score; Neck Disability Index;
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