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Acupuncture therapy in acute abdomen.

X L Zheng, C Chen, X Z Wu

    The American Journal of Chinese Medicine
    |January 1, 1985
    PubMed
    Summary

    Acupuncture, a traditional Chinese medicine technique, has been used for centuries to treat abdominal pain. It is now a recognized therapy for surgical acute abdomen, demonstrating its clinical value.

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    Area of Science:

    • Traditional Chinese Medicine
    • Surgical Therapeutics
    • Pain Management

    Background:

    • Acupuncture's therapeutic use for abdominal pain is documented in ancient Chinese medical texts like the "Yellow Emperor's Canon of Medicine."
    • Extensive clinical experience has been gathered over centuries of acupuncture practice.
    • Acupuncture has evolved into a significant treatment modality in modern medicine.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To highlight the historical significance and evolution of acupuncture for abdominal pain.
    • To emphasize its current role in managing surgical acute abdomen.

    Main Methods:

    • Historical review of acupuncture's application in abdominal pain treatment.
    • Clinical observation of acupuncture's efficacy in surgical acute abdomen.

    Main Results:

    • Acupuncture has a long-standing history as a treatment for abdominal discomfort.
    • It is now a widely adopted clinical method for surgical acute abdomen.

    Conclusions:

    • Acupuncture is a valuable and historically validated therapeutic option for abdominal pain.
    • Its application in surgical acute abdomen underscores its modern clinical relevance and effectiveness.

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