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Acupotomy for shoulder pain: A protocol for systematic review
Yongda Zhu1, Yiwen Zhu2, Renying Ye1
1Medical Community of Fenghua District Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine of Ningbo, Ningbo.
Medicine
|April 13, 2021
Summary
This study evaluates acupotomy for shoulder pain, a common condition. It aims to determine if acupotomy is an effective and safe treatment for patients experiencing shoulder pain.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedics
- Pain Management
- Evidence-Based Medicine
Background:
- Shoulder pain is a prevalent musculoskeletal disorder.
- Acupotomy is a frequently used treatment in hospitals for shoulder pain.
- The clinical effectiveness and safety of acupotomy for shoulder pain require rigorous evaluation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To systematically evaluate the efficacy and safety of acupotomy for treating shoulder pain.
- To provide high-quality evidence on the effectiveness of acupotomy therapy.
- To assess potential adverse events associated with acupotomy treatment.
Main Methods:
- A comprehensive literature search will be conducted across multiple databases (PubMed, EMBASE, Cochrane Library, etc.).
- Two independent researchers will screen studies, extract data, and assess risk of bias using the Cochrane tool.
Main Results:
- The systematic review will synthesize evidence on the efficacy and safety of acupotomy for shoulder pain.
- Findings will include an assessment of treatment effectiveness and any reported adverse events.
Conclusions:
- This systematic review will offer crucial evidence regarding the effectiveness and safety of acupotomy for individuals suffering from shoulder pain.
- The findings will inform clinical practice and patient care decisions.
