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Round Acupuncture for the Treatment of Recurrent Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

  • Kim, Ju-ran (Department of Acupuncture & Moxibustion medicine, College of Korean medicine, Daegu Haany University) ;
  • Lee, Yun Kyu (Department of Acupuncture & Moxibustion medicine, College of Korean medicine, Daegu Haany University) ;
  • Lee, Hyun-Jong (Department of Acupuncture & Moxibustion medicine, College of Korean medicine, Daegu Haany University) ;
  • Kim, Jae Soo (Department of Acupuncture & Moxibustion medicine, College of Korean medicine, Daegu Haany University)
  • Received : 2019.11.11
  • Accepted : 2020.02.25
  • Published : 2020.03.31
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Abstract

Objectives: Round Acupuncture having blunt end has developed from acupotomy. This case report is to find out that Round Acupuncture is effective in treating patients with recurrent carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS), which has not improved by steroid injection or acupotomy. Methods: Round Acupuncture was inserted into the distal fibers of transverse carpal ligament and released toward the proximal fibers. Treatment was performed three times in total. T ingling, numbn ess, night pain and swelling sensation were assessed, and provocative maneuvers were also used. Results: After treat ment, all symptoms completely disappeared and the patient had no recurrence until 3 months after treatment. Conclusion: Round Acupuncture co uld be an effective treatment for recurrent CTS.

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