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Sinew acupuncture for knee osteoarthritis: study protocol for a randomized sham-controlled trial
Kwok Yin Au1, Haiyong Chen2,3, Wing Chung Lam4
1Hong Kong Institute of Integrative Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China.
BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine
|April 25, 2018
Summary
This study investigates sinew acupuncture for knee osteoarthritis (KOA). Results will determine if this therapy effectively reduces pain and improves function for KOA patients.
Area of Science:
- Traditional Chinese Medicine
- Integrative Medicine
- Musculoskeletal Health
Background:
- Sinew acupuncture, a novel technique, targets sinew and muscle pathways.
- Observational studies suggest sinew acupuncture offers immediate pain relief for soft tissue injuries.
- Rigorous clinical trials are needed to validate its efficacy for knee osteoarthritis (KOA).
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the safety and efficacy of sinew acupuncture in managing KOA symptoms.
- To assess the impact of sinew acupuncture on pain reduction, functional movement, and quality of life in KOA patients.
Main Methods:
- A randomized, sham-controlled, patient- and assessor-blinded trial involving 86 participants.
- Comparison between sinew acupuncture and sham acupuncture over 10 sessions (4 weeks) with a 6-week follow-up.
- Primary outcome: Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) pain score at week 4. Secondary outcomes: WOMAC, TUG, SCT, SF-36.
Main Results:
- This section is to be filled upon study completion.
Conclusions:
- Sinew acupuncture shows potential as a non-pharmacological treatment for KOA.
- Further research is required to confirm its benefits for pain, function, and quality of life in KOA patients.
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