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KMID : 1129720230400030055
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Korean Journal of Acupuncture
2023 Volume.40 No. 3 p.55 ~ p.61
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Review on Intraperitoneal Acupuncture and Needling Depth
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Kim So-Yeon
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Abstract
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Objectives : To review the needling depth, therapeutic and adverse effects of intraperitoneal acupuncture and related acupoints.
Methods : Studies and reports from the literature, Korean medical health insurance data and databases were searched and selected.
Results : The depth of needle insertion for acupoints related to intraperitoneal acupuncture has been documented to range from 0.9 to 10.5 cm depending on the acupoints and literature. In studies of safe needling depth, the justice of safe needling depth varied from study to study, but was generally based on the peritoneum, and the depth varies by patient age, sex, body type, and weight. Clinical studies in China have shown good efficacy and no side effects of abdominal long needle acupuncture, but there have been case reports of adverse events following abdominal acupuncture.
Conclusions : To ensure both therapeutic effectiveness and safety of intraperitoneal acupuncture, It is necessary to utilize the ultrasound in clinical practice and conduct related research.
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KEYWORD
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acupuncture, acupoint depth, safety, abdominal cavity, acupuncture points
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