Journal of Korean Medicine for Obesity Research (한방비만학회지)

The Society of Korean Medicine for obesity Research (한방비만학회)
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The Impact of Korean Medicine Health Promotion Programs on Adult Obesity Indicators

한의약 건강증진사업이 성인 비만 지표에 미치는 영향

  • Won Woo Oh (Namwon City Public Health Center) ;
  • Won Min Oh (College of Korean Medicine, Wonkwang University) ;
  • Soo Bo Shim (Association of Public Health Doctors of Korean Medicine) ;
  • Ha Rin Kwon (Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, College of Korean Medicine, Wonkwang University) ;
  • Hyein Jeong (Department of Preventive Medicine, College of Korean Medicine, Kyung Hee University) ;
  • Kyeong Han Kim (Department of Preventive Medicine, College of Korean Medicine, Woosuk University)
  • 오원우 (남원시보건소) ;
  • 오원민 (원광대학교 한의과대학) ;
  • 심수보 (대한공중보건한의사협의회) ;
  • 권하린 (원광대학교 한의과대학 부인과학교실) ;
  • 정혜인 (경희대학교 한의과대학 예방의학교실) ;
  • 김경한 (우석대학교 한의과대학 예방의학교실)
  • Received : 2024.11.25
  • Accepted : 2025.03.28
  • Published : 2025.06.30
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Abstract

Objectives: This study evaluated the impact of a Korean medicine (KM) health promotion program, "S-Line Classroom," on adult obesity in Namwon City, with a focus on weight, body fat percentage, and waist circumference, aiming to explore KM's role in community obesity prevention. Methods: Over ten weeks, 43 adults participated in bi-weekly qi circulation exercises, strength training, and weekly acupuncture targeting abdominal fat. Data on body measurements, blood pressure, blood glucose, and participant satisfaction were collected pre- and post-program. Results: Participants showed significant reductions in weight (2.24 kg), body mass index (0.97 points), body fat mass (2.71 kg), and waist circumference (5.44 cm), along with slight increases in muscle mass. Outcomes varied by age and obesity level, with high satisfaction reported. Conclusions: Findings suggest KM-based programs may reduce obesity-related health risks and support beneficial body composition changes, which highlights KM's potential in community obesity prevention and public health management.

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Acknowledgement

본 연구를 원활히 진행할 수 있도록 도움 주신 남원시 보건소 및 한의약 건강증진사업 관계자 분들께 감사의 뜻을 전합니다.

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