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Clinical Characteristics and Evaluation of Yin-deficiency Syndrome in Patients with Burning Mouth Syndrome (구강작열감증후군 환자의 임상적 특징 및 음허증 평가)

  • Seon, Jong-Ki;Kim, Jin-Sung;Han, Ga-Jin;Oh, Seung-Whan;Son, Ji-Hee;Kang, Kyung;Kim, Ju-Yeon;Ryu, Bong-Ha
    • The Journal of Internal Korean Medicine
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    • v.32 no.4
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    • pp.473-486
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    • 2011
  • Objectives : This study was designed to investigate the clinical characteristics and usefulness of comprehensive diagnosis of Yin-deficiency and heart rate variability in patients with burning mouth syndrome (BMS). Methods : We surveyed 30 burning mouth syndrome patients visiting the Oral Diseases Clinic of Kyung Hee University Oriental Medicine Hospital from April to September of 2011. The subjects were evaluated on self-assessed severity of burning mouth syndrome and xerostomia using visual analogue scale (VAS) score and Yin-deficiency condition (based on the 10-item Yin-deficiency questionnaire). Salivary function was measured by the unstimulated salivary flow rate (USFR), and heart rate variability (HRV) parameters were recorded by SA-2000E (Medicore Co., Ltd., Korea). Results : There were substantial significant positive correlations between burning sensation VAS scores in mouth and Yin-deficiency scores. There was significant negative correlation between xerostomia VAS score and USFR. Compared to the normal range of total power (TP) in HRV parameters, the burning mouth syndrome patients showed significant lower values of TP. Conclusions : The results of this study suggest that comprehensive diagnosis of Yin-deficiecny and HRV parameters are useful in diagnosing of burning mouth syndrome patients. Therefore, we assume that improvement of Yin-deficiency condition can be a potentially effective way to treat burning mouth syndrome.

A Study on the Change of Exclusive Space for Balcony Expansion in an Apartment - Focused on an Apartment House below 85m2 of Exclusive Area- (아파트 발코니 확장에 따른 전용공간의 변화에 관한 연구 - 전용면적 85m2형 공동주택을 대상으로 -)

  • Bae, Dong-Sig
    • Journal of the Korean Institute of Rural Architecture
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    • v.20 no.2
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    • pp.11-18
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    • 2018
  • The purpose of this study is to analyze the structure and use change of the private space according to the balcony expansion and use it as the data of plan design. According to Bay, front length/width ratio and the change of balcony space before and after expansion of space organization of house units were analyzed. Common characteristics of Flat type and Tower type are an increase of the frontage length of house units in an apartment, an increase of the number of front bay, and an increase of integrated LDK focusing on living room. A difference is that Flat type shows high frontage ratio, Bay figure, and spatial arrangement favorable to front openness and lighting. Flat type shows higher area distribution than Tower type in LDK area distribution located in at the plane center. Spatial expandability and visual openness of Flat type are more beneficial than those of Tower type in the planning, and a balcony extension of house units has developed to direction to open more. Tower type creates various block images through a combination of house units focusing on the core. Uses after balcony expansion are area expansion of a balcony-neighboring room, storage space, expansion and function improvement of the variable range, and specialized space different from a neighboring room. In addition, there is no escapable space except for a shelter, so unit plan should be prepared to prevent using it other space of a shelter and to solve moving line of two-way horizontal refuge and vertical refuge.

Statistical Analysis on Application of External Solar Shading Devices (외부 차양장치의 적용실태에 관한 통계적 분석)

  • Kim, Hyo-Jung;Lee, Chul-Sung;Yoon, Jong-Ho
    • KIEAE Journal
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    • v.16 no.5
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    • pp.65-71
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    • 2016
  • Purpose : The solar shading device carries out roles in a reduction of the cooling load and an improvement of the thermal comfort of occupants by adjusting incident solar radiation. In addition, The shading device enhances the visual sensation comfort by controlling the optical properties. In order to improve building performance and comfort of occupancy, interests in application of the shading devices are getting increasing. This study investigated the application and effectiveness of the external shading device design using statistical analysis. The outcome of this paper could be utilized for the realization of status quo and for an estimation of effectiveness of the shading device Method : The period of data gathering was between 2003 and 2014 and total 459 cases of practical building project were investigated. Firstly, this study defined qualification of the shading devices; the shading device should have minimum protruding lengths of 150mm to outside and have the function of shading control. This paper investigated application rate of the shading device in real project, regional rate of application, annual change of application, materials and types. Result : The statistical analysis showed that the application rate of shading devices was 25.7% in total 459 building design projects. The application rate in central and southern region was 25.3% and 27.0% respectively. Meanwhile, Jeju region showed 22.2%, which was the lowest rate although this area needs more shading devices. The application number of the shading device was the smallest in 2007, but the rate gradually increased after that. The applications was the largest in 2014 due to growing interest of the shading devices in the building.

A Case Report of Superior Labrum from Anterior to Posterior Tear Patient Treated with Shinbaro Pharmacopuncture and Motion Style Acupuncture Treatment (MSAT) (신바로 약침과 동작침법을 이용한 상부 관절와순 파열 환자 치험1례)

  • Kwon, Ok-Jun;Kim, Gil-Hwan;Ju, Yeong-Guk;Seo, Ji-Yeon;Song, Kwang-Chan;Ryu, Won-Hyung;Jeon, Yong-Hyun;Kim, Ju-Won
    • Journal of Korean Medicine Rehabilitation
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    • v.28 no.1
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    • pp.185-193
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    • 2018
  • The purpose of this study is to report the improved case of superior labrum from anterior to posterior tear patient treated with Shinbaro pharmacopuncture and motion style acupuncture treatment. We used Shinbaro pharmacopucture, motion style acupuncture treatment and other korean medicine treatment for this patient. This case is measured and assessed by visual analogue scale (VAS), shoulder range of motion (ROM) and shoulder physical examination (Neer test, O'Brien test). After treatment, VAS decreased and the patient showed improvement of range of motion. Also physical examination of shoulder was improved. Shinbaro pharmacopuncture and motion style acupuncture treatment are thought to be helpful to relieve pain and recover function on shoulder joints, although further study is needed.

THE THERAPEUTIC EFFECT OF SILVER NANOCRYSTALLINE OINTMENT ON TMJ CAPSULITIS (은 나노 연고가 측두하악관절낭염의 환자의 치료에 미치는 영향에 관한 연구)

  • Chae, Chang-Hoon;Kim, Jwa-Young;Kim, Mi-Ja;Chung, Hoon;Kim, Seung-Ho;Oh, Hyun-Woo;Kim, Young-Nam;Kim, Young-Il;Yang, Byung-Ho;Kim, Seong-Gon
    • Journal of the Korean Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
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    • v.32 no.3
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    • pp.262-266
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    • 2006
  • The silver nanocrystalline is widely used for biological field because of its biocompatibility and anti-microbial effect. The objective of this study was to evaluate the therapeutic efficacy of the silver nanocrystalline ointment on the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) capsulitis. Total 39 patients were included in this study and all patients were received single topical application of the silver nanocrystalline ointment (group A, n=30) or placebo ointment (group B, n=19). Measured variables were maximum mouth opening (MMO), visual analog scale (VAS) for pain, and VAS for function. In results, we could not assess any therapeutic efficacy of single application in the chronic TMJ capsulitis (p>0.05). However, the single application of silver nanocrystalline ointment showed significant improvement in MMO and VAS for pain compared to placebo effect in the acute TMJ capsulitis (p<0.05). We could not find any complications related to ointment application in both groups. In conclusion, the single application of silver nanocrystalline ointment was effective in improving patient's symptom in acute TMJ capsulitis without any noticing complications.

Non-operative Korean Medicine Treatment for Four Patients with Failed Back Surgery Syndrome after Spinal Fusion Surgery : A Retrospective Case Series

  • Seo, Young Hoon;Lee, Jeong Ryo;Lee, Sang Min;Kim, Min Chul;Kim, Yu Jong;Hong, Je Rak;Kim, She Young;Seo, Young Woo;Kim, Ji Su;Park, Han Sol;Lee, Min ho;Kim, Tae Hun;Kim, Kiok
    • The Journal of Korean Medicine
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    • v.37 no.2
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    • pp.93-103
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    • 2016
  • Objectives: The purpose of this study was to report Four cases of Failed Back Surgery Syndrome (FBSS) patients after spinal fusion surgery who showed significant improvement in pain and function with Complex Korean medical treatment. Methods: This study was a retrospective observational study. We reviewed medical records of Four patients with lumbar pain or radiating leg pain, who have received spinal fusion surgery in the past. All Four patients took complex treatments of Mokhuri Neck and Back hospital which involes Acupuncture, Pharmaco-acupuncture, Gangchuk herbal medicine, Chuna and Physical therapy during about four-week of admission treatment. Visual Analogue Scale (VAS), Oswestry disability index (ODI), Pain Free Walking Distance (PFWD) scores were assessed before and after treatments. Results: The average of hospitalization period was 28.5 days. Mean VAS scores decreased from 6.5 to 2.3, Oswestry Disability Index (ODI) scores decreased from 56.25 to 38.25 and Pain Free Walking Distance (PFWD) also improved from 10m to 166.6m. Conclusion: This study implies that a combination of Korean medical treatments might be effective in relieving pain, and improving the functional status of FBSS patients. Further studies are needed to fully understand the mechanisms underlying the effects.

Effects of Lumbar Stabilization Exercises Using a Pilates Reformer on Pain, Function, and Quality of Life in Patients with Chronic Low Back Pain

  • Yeon-An Jeon;Ying-Ying Tang;Zhe Cui;Yongbum Jung;Myoung-Kwon Kim
    • Journal of the Korean Society of Physical Medicine
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    • v.19 no.1
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    • pp.11-22
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    • 2024
  • PURPOSE: This study examined the effects of lumbar stabilization exercise using a Pilates reformer on the visual analog scale (VAS), Oswestry disability index (ODI), and quality of life of patients with chronic low back pain. METHODS: The study evaluated individuals aged 30 years and above who had been suffering from persistent back pain exceeding three months. The participants were allocated into two groups: an experimental cohort of 15 individuals utilizing a reformer and a control group of 15 individuals engaging in lumbar stabilization exercises on a mat without a reformer for eight weeks. Each exercise session encompassed a 10-minute warm-up, a 30-minute main exercise, and a 10-minute cool-down, totaling 50 minutes. The lumbar stabilization group using the reformer was also subjected to the same level of resistance provided by the springs. Assessments were conducted before and after the intervention using the VAS, ODI, and quality of life evaluations. RESULTS: Significant disparity existed between the experimental group utilizing the reformer and the control group before and after the intervention in terms of the VAS, ODI change, and quality of life change (p < .05). Furthermore, a significant distinction was observed in the comparison between the experimental and control groups (p < .05). CONCLUSION: Both cohorts showed a decrease in pain, a decrease in the ODI, and an improvement in the quality of life. Furthermore, the experimental group exhibited superior outcomes to the control group regarding pain reduction, reduction in the ODI, and improved quality of life.

Can platelet-rich plasma injections provide better pain relief and functional outcomes in persons with common shoulder diseases: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials

  • Barman, Apurba;Mishra, Archana;Maiti, Rituparna;Sahoo, Jagannatha;Thakur, Kaustav Basu;Sasidharan, Sreeja Kamala
    • Clinics in Shoulder and Elbow
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    • v.25 no.1
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    • pp.73-89
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    • 2022
  • Background: To evaluate the efficacy of autologous platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections in the treatment of common shoulder diseases. Methods: The PubMed, Medline, and Central databases and trial registries were searched from their inception to October 2020 for randomized controlled trials of autologous PRP injections for shoulder diseases versus placebo or any control intervention. Preferred reporting items for systematic reviews and meta-analyses (PRISMA) guidelines were followed in the selection, analysis, and reporting of findings. The primary outcome was pain intensity (visual analog scale), and secondary outcomes were changes in function and quality of life (QoL). Results: A total of 17 randomized controlled trials of PRP versus control were analyzed. From 8-12 weeks to ≥1 year, PRP injections were associated with better pain relief and functional outcomes than control interventions. PRP injections were also associated with greater QoL, with an effect size of 2.61 (95% confidence interval, 2.01-14.17) at medium-term follow-up. Compared with placebo and corticosteroid injections, PRP injections provided better pain relief and functional improvement. In subgroup analyses, trials in which PRP was prepared by the double centrifugation technique, the platelet concentration in the PRP was enriched ≥5 times, leucocyte-rich PRP was used, or an activating agent was used before application reported the most effective pain relief at 6-7 months. Conclusions: PRP injections could provide better pain relief and functional outcomes than other treatments for persons presenting with common shoulder diseases. PRP injections have a greater capacity to improve shoulder-related QoL than other interventions.

Treatment of Anterosuperior Rotator Cuff Tear (전 상방 회전근 개 파열의 치료)

  • Moon Gi Hyuk;Ahn Gil Young;Lee Jae Wook;Yoo Yon Sik
    • Clinics in Shoulder and Elbow
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    • v.7 no.1
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    • pp.23-29
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    • 2004
  • It has been reported that rotator cuff tear have good response to arthroscopic or open repair even if the range being so wide. However, the majority of this literature regarding the diagnosis and treatment of tear focused on lesion of the supraspinatus and infraspinatus tendons. But involvement of the subscapularis tendon with rotator cuff tear should be thought to be less common and poorer to open operative repair. Furthermore, some europian author have stated that the rotator cuff tear including the subscapularis tendon are sufficiently distinct in their clinical presentation and prognosis as to merit separate consideration of their diagnosis and treatment. The purpose of this study is to evaluate result of arthroscopic or open repair in patient with rotator cuff tear that include the subscapularis tendon. Of the 128 rotator cuff repairs performed from 1998 through 2003, 12 had a tear that include the subscapularis tendon in combination with the supraspinatus (8 cases) and infraspinatus (4 cases). Mean duration of symptoms before surgical treatment was 6 months (range 3 to 12 months). All 12 patient demonstrated a positive lift off sign. Shoulder function was assessed using the Constant- Murley score, which ranges from 30 to 58. Pain was assessed using a linear visual analogue scale range from 0 to 10. Postoperative Constant score range from 40 to 64 (average 47.8). Pain score improved from 5.5 to 8.5, but there are postoperative pain improvement on nothing in 5 patient. The overall result for 12 patient were satisfy in 2, fair in 5 and dissatisfy in 5: Therefore satisfactory result were noted only in 16 % of this overall group. In conclusion, we have failed to make good result in patient with rotator cuff tear that included the subscapularis tendon. At the result, outcome after surgical repair of this type of rotator tear is comparatively inferior to the result of operative repair of rotator cuff not involved the subscapularis tendon.

The Analysis of Road Alignement and Construction GSIS Using RTK GPS and TS (RTK-GPS와 TS를 이용한 도로선형분석 및 GSIS 구축)

  • 장상규;홍순헌;김가야
    • Journal of the Korean Society of Surveying, Geodesy, Photogrammetry and Cartography
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    • v.21 no.4
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    • pp.293-299
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    • 2003
  • In the future, the design of road should be convenient in using of high-technology information and it needs the design of alignment that is able to make the maximum vehicles inducement function appropriated for CNS(Car Navigation System). So it needs to analysis appropriately the alignment of road for the improvement design of road which is established and to make the design of road and the coordinate of the main points. Therefore, this research had acquired the road data by RTK-GPS to accurate the analysis of road alignment and compared with Total Station. As the result, we could acquire the design source of the road alignment using RTK-GPS. Also, it was estimated the accuracy after comparing the design with RTK-GPS coordinates. We made an analysis of the degree of slant or the ups and downs of surface. We made an analysis of three dimensional visual information which was included in GSIS concept and estimated the accuracy. Finally, we analyzed the earth volume calculation by comparing with Total Station.