• Journal of Acupuncture Research
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• 제37권2호
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• pp.79-87
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• 2020

The purpose of this review was to evaluate the effectiveness of electroacupuncture treatment for women with "primary obesity." Primary obesity is caused by an imbalance in energy intake and consumption due to abnormal eating and living habits in the absence of specific diseases causing the obesity. A literature review (up to December 2019) of randomized controlled trials (RCT) of electroacupuncture treatment for women with "primary obesity" was performed. Relevant clinical studies were retrieved from several databases, and interventions and results were analyzed. There were 6 RCT that fitted the inclusion criteria for this review. The intervention for the treatment group of the selected 6 RCT was electrical stimulation applied to acupoints. Interventions for the control groups included non-treatment, general acupuncture, and so on. Indicators for assessing treatment effects varied from study to study. Four out of 5 studies used body mass index (BMI) as an assessment tool and showed a significant decrease in BMI following electroacupuncture treatment. There were 4 studies using waist circumference as an indicator of abdominal obesity and these studies showed a significant decrease in waist circumference following electroacupuncture treatment. Electroacupuncture treatment used in primary obese women had a clinically significant effect, however, further RCT are needed.

• 척추신경추나의학회지
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• 제15권1호
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• pp.89-100
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• 2020

Objectives : This study aimed to verify the clinical effectiveness of Baduanjin for shoulder pain. Methods : We searched 10 electronic databases (PubMed, EMBASE, Cochrane Library, CAJ, KISS, KISTI, KMBASE, RISS, NDSL, and OASIS) up to May 2020. We included randomized controlled trials (RCTs) using Baduanjin for shoulder pain. The methodological quality of each RCT was assessed using the Cochrane risk of bias tool. Results : As a result of the search, a total of 6 RCTs were eligible for analysis. Of these 6 studies, one applied Baduanjin alone and 5 cases used Baduanjin in combination with other treatments, such as acupuncture or electroacupuncture. Except for 2 studies, descriptive analysis was performed without meta-analysis due to the high level of heterogeneity between studies. A high risk of bias was observed in all studies. Conclusions : When considering the results of the included papers, there was limited information derived on the therapeutic effect of using Baduanjin as a single intervention, but the results showed significant effectiveness when Baduanjin was combined with other oriental interventions, such as acupuncture and electroacupuncture, in the clinical field. Although all RCTs included in the analysis were biased to CAJ and the number was limited, this study was conducted in accordance with the methodological process of systematic literature reviews and revealed the clinical effects of Baduanjin on shoulder pain.

• 동의생리병리학회지
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• 제23권2호
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• pp.319-324
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• 2009

Qigong is one energy-healing intervention used to prevent and cure ailments and to improve health through regular practice. Although qigong -neither itself nor its postulated mechanism of action- are within the paradigm of modern Western medical science, effects on the human body could be possible. This study aims to review the bibliography, biological responses and therapeutic effects of Qigong. In the process, this review will grasp trends in this field of studies and will direct further researches into the right direction. The computerized Korean databases were searched from their respective inceptions up to January 2008. The search terms used were 'qi', 'qigong', 'doin', 'training', 'bioenergy', 'life nurturing' and random or Korean language terms related to qigong. Several specialized journals were also manually searched for relevant articles. Since the 1990s, Qigong papers in the Korean Literature is increased. Clinical research studies are among the most control design study. Research subjects are less patient than the general public. The most common treatment disease was hypertension. The depth study for the each Qigong is needed. Specifically, I think it should be a clinical studies and qualitative research methods for evaluation are needed.

• Journal of Preventive Medicine and Public Health
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• 제51권5호
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• pp.234-241
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• 2018

Objectives: To determine the relationships between physical activity (PA), the neighborhood environment support for PA, and social support for PA among Mexican-American women living in South Texas. The Enlace study was a randomized controlled trial that tested the effectiveness of a promotora-led PA intervention among low-income Mexican origin women (n=614) living in colonias. Methods: The dependent measures included accelerometer-measured average moderate to vigorous physical activity (MVPA) and sedentary breaks and the Community Health Activities Model Program for Seniors PA 41-item questionnaire. The independent measures included the Physical Activity and Neighborhood Environment Scale (PANES) and the 13-item Physical Activity Social Support (PASS) scale. Results: Enlace participants were on average 40.4 (standard deviation, 10.3) years old, born in Mexico (86.1%), and uninsured (83.1%). Adjusted linear regression results indicated that each 1-point increment in the PANES overall score was associated with 0.050 (p<0.001) unit increase in sedentary break and a -0.043 (p=0.001) unit decrease in sedentary break duration. Both PANES (${\beta}=0.296$; p=0.002) and PASS scores (${\beta}=0.076$; p<0.001) were associated with weekly average self-reported MVPA. Interaction effects were observed between PASS scores and accelerometer-measured frequency of sedentary breaks and sedentary time duration. Conclusions: The findings of this study indicate that the relationships between PA and built environment and social support are measure-dependent and suggest that reducing sedentary time in this population may require a closer assessment of social support for PA.

• 대한유전성대사질환학회지
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• 제4권1호
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• pp.13-17
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• 2004

저자들은 생후 28일된 발열, 간종대, 출혈성 경향, 구토, 잦은 보챔, 전신의 황달 증상을 보이던 환아를 MS-MS 이용한 신생아 대사 이상 검사와 혈중 아미노산 분석, 뇨중 유기산 분석을 통하여 hereditary tyrosinemia type I으로 진단하였다. 저 페닐알라닌/타이로신 식이와 NTBC 사용으로 국내 첫 타이로신혈증 I 치료 성공례를 경험하였다.

• 대한후두음성언어의학회지
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• 제18권2호
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• pp.108-112
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• 2007

Otolaryngological manifestations of acid reflux include a wide range of pharyngeal and laryngeal symptoms ; and the constellation of symptoms has been called laryngopharyngeal reflux (LPR). In the absence of definite diagnostic criteria, LPR disease remains a subjective entity. A diagnosis of LPR is usually based on response of symptoms to empirical treatment. Investigative modalities such as pH monitoring and, more recently, impedance studies are generally reserved for treatment failures. LPR usually requires more aggressive and prolonged treatment to achieve regression of both symptoms and laryngeal findings. The suppression of gastric acid and secretion with anti-secretary agents has been the mainstay of medical treatment for patients with acid-related disorders. The suppression of gastric acid secretion achieved with Hz-receptor antagonist $(H_2RA)$ has proved suboptimal for relief of reflux symptoms. The rapid development of tolerance and rebound acid hypersecretion after the with-drawal of $H_2RA$ limit their clinical use. Proton pump inhibitors (PPI) have been proved to be very effective for suppressing intragastric acidity, but the optimal dose and duration is unknown. Current evidence indicates that pharmacologic intervention should include, at a minimum, a 3 month trial of twice daily PPI. Symptoms of LPR improve over 2 months of therapy. The physical findings of LPR resolve more slowly than the symptoms and this continues through out at least 6 months of treatment. For most patients with LPR, twice daily dosing with a PPI is usually recommended for an initial treatment for a period of no less than 6 months treatment, and lifetime treatment may be required.

• Korean Journal of Acupuncture
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• 제30권4호
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• pp.201-211
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• 2013

Objectives : The aim of this study is to summarize and compare acupuncture points used for dental disorder in the classics with those used in recent clinical trials. Methods : We searched the data for acupuncture points used and rationale of acupuncture in dentistry. Following two sources were searched: 1) seven Classics of traditional medicine and 2) clinical trials through Pubmed from January 2000 to March 2013 with no language restriction. Results : Dental pain was the most common disorder in the dentistry section of the Classics of traditional medicine. We found many similarities of acupuncture points used between literatures and clinical trials. From the meridian perspective, large intestine meridian(LI), stomach meridian(ST), triple energizer meridian(TE), and gallbladder meridian(GB) were frequently used in the Classics of traditional medicine and the clinical trials. From the acupuncture point perspective, acupuncture points were selected according to syndrome. The specific points such as five transport points, source points, and connecting points were also used. In the clinical trials, combination of acupuncture points usually consisted adjacent points and distant points. Among them, LI4 was used in all of the studies included in this review. Conclusions : For well-designed clinical trial, appropriate intervention is essential. To establish appropriate acupuncture treatment, we have to suggest reasoning for treatment based on literature and/or expert consensus. Our review only focused on pain relief in dentistry and had many limitations. Further studies based on the literatures such as the Classics of traditional medicine are required to ensure the rationale of acupuncture treatments in various dental disorders.

• 융합정보논문지
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• 제10권5호
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• pp.60-74
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• 2020

본 연구는 간호대학생 및 간호사를 대상으로 한 재난교육 연구의 내용과 효과를 알아보기 위해 수행되었다. 인터넷 기반 전자 데이터베이스 CINAHL, Pubmed, RISS에서 국문 또는 영문으로만 출판된 문헌들을 수집하였다. 총 3,588편의 문헌 가운데 최종적으로 12편이 선정되었다. 분석결과 교육시간은 8시간 이내, 교육내용은 대응기 위주로 다룬 연구가 많았다. 교육방법은 시뮬레이션, 디브리핑, 액션러닝, 역할극, 문제중심학습 등 다양했다. 이와같은 재난교육은 재난 관리 역량, 재난 지식, 재난 간호 자신감, 재난 대응 능력 등에 통계적으로 유의미한 효과가 있는 것으로 나타났다. 또한 다학제 간 교육을 통해 타직종과의 협동심 증가 및 긍정적 전문직 정체성 형성 등의 효과도 있는 것으로 나타났다. 연구대상 문헌 중 무작위 대조군 연구는 단 한편뿐이었으므로 향후 재난교육의 효과에 대한 확실한 근거제시를 위해서는 무작위 대조군 연구가 더 많이 필요할 것으로 판단된다. 또한 간호사의 근무 부서별 특성과 재난관리연속체의 전 단계별 간호학적 중재를 고려한 재난교육 연구가 필요하다.

• 대한한방내과학회지
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• 제40권6호
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• pp.1101-1111
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• 2019

Objective: The purpose of this study was to investigate quality of reporting acupuncture intervention for mild cognitive impairment (MCI) based on the STRICTA and CONSORT guidelines Methods: We searched for randomized controlled trial studies of acupuncture treatment for MCI in the MEDLINE (PubMed) database. Once the online search was completed, studies were selected manually by the inclusion criteria, and the selected studies were evaluated by STRICTA and CONSORT guidelines. Results: Five studies were included. The most frequently selected points for acupuncture treatment of MCI were on the head, such as GV20, EX-HN1, GV24, and GB20. By STRICTA guidelines, all items from STRICTA were reported except three items on the checklist. By CONSORT guidelines, apart from six items which were not available, quality assessment was performed with 31 items. Eighteen items were reported by 80% of the studies. Four items were reported by 40% of the studies and another four items were reported by 20% of the studies. One item was not reported in all studies. Conclusion: Most items were reported by STRICTA guidelines, whereas many items were insufficiently reported based on CONSORT guidelines. This needs to be considered in future RCTs of acupuncture treatment for MCI.

• Parasites, Hosts and Diseases
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• 제35권4호
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• pp.265-270
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• 1997

초등학생 요충의 집단 검사와 치료시 진단 방법의 한계로 인하여 다음과 같은 점을 고려하여야 한다 즉. 항문 주위 도말법 양성인 어린이와 같은 반의 어린이를 동시에 치료할 필요가 있는가\ulcorner 양성인 어린이의 가족을 동시에 치료할 필요가 있는가\ulcorner 일년에 한 번 검사 후 투약하는 것보다 검사 후 양성자는 치료를 6개월 후 한 번 더 반복하는 것이 나은가\ulcorner 이런 질문에 답하기 위하여 양성자만 치료. 전 급우와 양성자 가족 동시 치료. 양성자와 양성자 가족 동시치료 이 세 가지를 한 번만 치료하는 것과 6개월 후에 반복하는 것으로 학생 집단을 나누어 일년 후 추적 검사하여 결과를 비교하였다. 그 결과. 모든 대상자를 양성자의 가족과 동시에 치료하는 것이 일년 후 양성률의 감소에 가장 효과적임을 알 수 있었다. 또한 요충 치료에서 감염자의 유입과 더불어 가족 감염이 매우 중요한 재감염의 요인임을 다시 한 번 확인할 수 있었다. 그러나 양성률이 30% 미만으로 낮은 집단에서는 양성자만 치료하는 것도 일년 뒤의 집단의 양성률을 낮추는 데 기여함을 알 수 있 었다. 앞으로 대상 양성률이 낮을 때의 상황에 대한 조사가 더 필요하다.