• Korean Journal of Acupuncture
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• v.21 no.4
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• pp.117-123
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• 2004

Objective : The aim of this study is to report the effect of Scolopendrae Corpus Herbal-Acupuncture on three cases of gout. Methods : Scolopendrae Corpus Herbal-Acupuncture was administered one time per 2 days. After Herbal-Acupuncture administrated conventional body-acupuncture was performed. We evaluated the patients through Visual Analogue Scale (VAS). Results : After the treatments, three cases of gout patients showed the improvement in VAS and various symptoms. Conclusions : According to the results, Scolopendrae Corpus Herbal-Acupuncture may have rapid effects on gout. But further studies are required to prove the effect of Scolopendrae Corpus Herbal-Acupuncture.

• 대한상한금궤의학회지
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• v.7 no.1
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• pp.127-132
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• 2015

Objectives: The purpose of this case is to report the effects of Baekho-tang based on Shanghanlun disease pattern identification diagnostic system. Methods : According to diagnostic system based on Shanghanlun provisions, the patient was diagnosed as Gwoleum-byung(厥陰病). Visual analogue scale was used to check the symptoms while the patient taking herbal medicine Baekho-tang for 12 weeks. Results : After taking Baekho-tang, Visual analogue scale in hot flashes markedly decreased 9 to 1. Conclusions : This paper shows an efficient result of using Baekho-tang based on Shanghanlun disease pattern identification diagnostic system. Further studies should be needed to validate the effects of Baekho-tang.

• Journal of Acupuncture Research
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• v.31 no.4
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• pp.223-232
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• 2014

Objectives : The objective of this study was to report a effectiveness of meridian tendino-musculature acupuncture on the pelvic pain and dysuria in a patient with chronic prostatitis. Methods : A patient with Pelvic pain and Dysuria was treated with acupuncture and moxibustion. Before and After treatment we measured International Prostate Symptom Score(IPSS), National Institutes of Health-Chronic Prostatitis Symptom Index(NIH-CPSI) and Visual Analogue Scale(VAS). Results : International Prostate Symptom Score(IPSS), National Institutes of Health -Chronic Prostatitis Symptom Index(NIH-CPSI) and Visual Analogue Scale(VAS) scores were decreased considerably after 14 times treatment. Conclusions : It was suggesting that symptoms(pelvic pain and dysuria) of chronic prostatitis could be improved by acupuncture and moxibustion treatment in the view of the meridian tendino- musculature acupuncture.

• The Journal of Korean Obstetrics and Gynecology
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• v.28 no.2
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• pp.156-164
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• 2015

Objectives : This study aims to report the effect of Korean medicine treatment on Sequela of Bladder Cancer. Methods : The patient was treated with korean medicine of Paljeongsan-gamibang, acupuncture at Qihai (CV6), Guanyuan (CV4), Qugu (CV2), Hyeolhae (SP10), Sameumgyo (SP6) and we evaluated treatment effects by visual analogue scale (VAS) and urine analysis (UA) finding. Results : After treatments, the symptoms such as perineal pain, painful urination, dysuria, anorexia were improved and taking number of narcotic analgesic was reduced. Conclusions : This clinical study suggests that korean medicine treatment shows possibility to care for sequela of bladder cancer patient.

• The Journal of Korean Medicine Ophthalmology and Otolaryngology and Dermatology
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• v.29 no.3
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• pp.240-248
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• 2016

Objectives: The purpose of this study is to report the effectiveness of Sihochunggan-tang gagambang in two patients with erythema multiforme which ocurred repeatedly in stress condition.Methods: This case study was conducted in two erythema multiforme(EM) patients who have visited Korean Medicine Clinic. All two patients were treated with Sihochunggan-tang gagambang and acupuncture. VAS(Visual Analogue Scale) score was used to check the subjective change of skin symptoms and itching sense.Results & Conclusions: The VAS score were decreased compared to the initial visit in all two patients in our study. And most skin symptoms and itching sense of two patients were improved. As a result of examining VAS scores and photographs, Sihochunggan-tang gagambang can be effective on EM in two cases in our study.

• Korean Journal of Acupuncture
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• v.33 no.4
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• pp.226-230
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• 2016

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.

• Journal of Korean Medicine Rehabilitation
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• v.20 no.2
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• pp.209-217
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• 2010

This study was performed to report the effectiveness of oriental medical treatment and muscle energy techniques on a patient with piriformis syndrome. The patient was diagnosed as piriformis syndrome and treated with acupuncture, herb medicine, physical therapy and muscle energy techniques. We have evaluated curative efficacy with measuring changes of visual analogue scale and physical examination according to period of hospitalization. After treatment, pain and visual analogue scale decreased. Physical examinations were recuperated nearly to normal findings and ambulation was improved. These results suggest that oriental medical treatment and muscle energy techniques were effective on patient with piriformis syndrome.

• The Journal of Korean Medicine Ophthalmology and Otolaryngology and Dermatology
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• v.25 no.3
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• pp.160-167
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• 2012

Objective : This study reports the effect of oriental medicine with depletion and cupping therapy on post-herpetic neuralgia(PHN) 1 case. Methods : We experienced one case of PHN treated by oriental medical treatment with depletion and cupping therapy. To evaluate the effectiveness of this treatment, we used the Visual Analogue Scale(VAS). Result : After the treatment the grade of VAS was decreased and clinical symptoms were improved. Conclusion : Oriental medicine with depletion and cupping therapy can be available for relieving symptoms related with PHN.

• Korean Journal of Acupuncture
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• v.35 no.4
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• pp.234-238
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• 2018

Objectives : This report details on a single case of Korean Medical treatments for the angular deformity of wrist fracture with disuse osteopenia. Methods : A 74-year-old lady with angular deformity of wrist fracture with disuse osteopenia was treated by Korean Medical therapies including manual acupuncture with electroacupuncture, pharmacopuncture, and chuna, twice daily for 41 days. Visual analogue scale for pain and range of motion were evaluated. Results : 1. Wrist pain decreased by Korean medical treatments over 41 days. 2. As a result of evaluation by visual analogue scale, the score marked from 6 to 3. 3. ROM of wrist joint increased from $0^{\circ}$ to $10^{\circ}$. Conclusions : Korean medical treatments helped symptom improvement in a patient with angular deformity of wrist fracture with disuse osteopenia.

• The Journal of Korean Medicine Ophthalmology and Otolaryngology and Dermatology
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• v.36 no.3
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• pp.119-126
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• 2023

Objectives : The purpose of this study is to report the cases of Korean medical treatment for the patulous eustachian tube patients with dyspepsia. Methods : Two patients with dyspepsia diagnosed with patulous eustachian tube has treated with Korean medical interventions(acupuncture, pharmacoacupuncture, and moxibustion). The improvement of symptoms was evaluated by visual analogue scale(VAS). Results : The visual analogue scale has decreased from 10 to 1 and from 10 to 0, respectively. Conclusions : Korean medical treatment had shown a positive clinical effect in the treatment of the patulous eustachian tube with dyspepsia in this case reports.