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    • Integrative Medicine
    • Traditional Chinese Medicine

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    • Moxibustion is a therapeutic technique involving burning mugwort.
    • The effectiveness of moxibustion is influenced by various parameters.
    • Standardizing moxibustion application is crucial for reproducible clinical results.

    Purpose:

    • To analyze the factors influencing moxibustion dose.
    • To explore the relationship between moxibustion dose and therapeutic efficacy.
    • To provide a foundation for optimizing moxibustion protocols.

    Summary:

    • Moxibustion dose is determined by quantifiable factors such as the volume and number of moxa cones used, as well as treatment duration and frequency.
    • Patient-reported sensations during moxibustion also constitute a critical component of the overall dose.
    • The study investigates how these quantity-based and sensation-based factors collectively impact treatment outcomes.

    Impact:

    • Highlights the importance of precise moxibustion dosing for clinical success.
    • Informs the development of standardized moxibustion guidelines.
    • Aims to improve the reliability and effectiveness of moxibustion treatments in clinical practice.