耳鍼療法이 아동의 肥滿度에 미치는 效果

윤현민,김미숙,이지원 대한침구의학회 2005 대한침구의학회지 Vol.22 No.5

Objectives : The purpose of this study was to examine the effects of Auricular acupressure with semen sinapis in obese children over a specific period of time. Methods : The study subjects included 27 obese children who were evaluated as such using Broca's Index at an elementary school located in M city. The data was collected throughout March 2, to May 31, 2005. In order to collect data, as a pre-test, characteristics of obesity and general characteristics were examined. Experimental treatments were used on Shinmun, Kijeom, Wijeom, Bijeom and Naebunbijeom. Among the auricular spots, one pill of semen sinapis was placed and pressed for five seconds at a time with exerted force and the subjects endured pain. This procedure was conducted ten times every morning, noon and evening for a period of six weeks. As a post-test, the degree of obesity were examined two weeks, four weeks and six weeks after acupressure had been applied. The data was collected and analysed using the SPSS/WIN 10.0 program by number, percentage, mean, standard deviation, and Repeated Measure ANOVA. Results : The first hypothesis that ‘The obesity of the children who had auricular acupressure with semen sinapis will show no difference over time’ (two weeks, four weeks and six weeks after acupressure had been applied) was rejected(p=.000). A statistically significant difference in the obesity of the children who had auricular acupressure with semen sinapis was shown over time. The children's obesity degree reduced from 35.85% before auricular acupressure with semen sinapis to 28.67% six weeks after acupressure. Thus after six weeks of acupressure the relative degrees of obesity were reduced by 7.18%. Conclusion : Based on the above results, it can be determined that auricular acupressure with semen sinapis can be used as an effective method of treatment in Korea, for reducing degrees of obesity in children.

출혈성 쇼크 흰쥐 모델에서 경혈 지압이 혈압과 심박수 변화에 미치는 영향

양승범 ( Seung Bum Yang ),변신규 ( Sin Kyu Byun ),김재효 ( Jae Hyo Kim ) 대한경락경혈학회 2016 Korean Journal of Acupuncture Vol.33 No.2

Objectives : In order to find a possible non-invasive manipulation tool for maintenance of the cardiovascular functions in hemorrhagic shock, this study was aimed at evaluating effects of acupoints acupressure on the changes in blood pressure and heart rate from an animal model of hemorrhagic shock. Methods : In adult Sprague-Dawley rats, hemorrhagic shock was induced by a withdrawal of arterial blood from the femoral artery with volume of 0.8 ml per 100 g of body weight using peristaltic syringe pump. We applied the acupressure with a pressure oscillator to tail as a control and 2 different acupoints of sobu(HT8), youngchun(KI1) under 3 different conditions : 1) normal arterial blood pressure without bleeding, 2) at the beginning of bleeding, and finally 3) hemorrhagic shock. Results : Under normal arterial blood pressure without hemorrhage, there was a significant increase in systolic and diastolic blood pressures by the acupressure to the tail, HT8 and especially KI1 for 30 sec compared with before acupressure. Under hemorrhagic shock condition, the tail acupressure had minimal changes in cardiovascular parameters. Either the HT8 or KI1 acupressure resulted in a significant increase in arterial pressure but did not heart rate. At the beginning of bleeding, tail acupressure failed to change the reduction of arterial pressure and heart rate. However, there was a significant increase in blood pressure and heart rate following either the HT8 or especially KI1 acupressure. Conclusions : HT8 and KI1 acupressure affected cardiovascular signs but tail acupressure did not in rat model of hemorrhagic shock. These experimental data suggest that a acupressure with a pressure oscillator to HT8 or KI1 can be one of alternative emergency manipulations to ameliorate compromised cardiovascular functions under hemorrhagic shock condition.

Acupressure for Treating Neurological Disorders: A Systematic Review

Lee, Jeong-Sook,Lee, Myeong Soo,Min, Kyungyoon,Lew, Jae-Hwan,Lee, Beom-Joon Informa Healthcare 2011 INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF NEUROSCIENCE - Vol.121 No.8

<P>The objective of this review is to assess the clinical evidence for or against acupressure as a treatment for neurological disorders. We searched the literature from 12 databases from their inception to July 2010. We included any type of controlled clinical trial (CCT) in which patients with neurological disorders were treated with acupressure. The methodological quality of all clinical trials was assessed using the Cochrane risk of bias analysis. In total, two randomized clinical trials (RCTs) and four CCTs were included. Four studies (one RCT and three CCTs) compared the effects of acupressure with routine care or no treatment in patients with stroke and showed significant effects of acupressure on improving patient function and symptoms. One RCT, which compared acupressure with sham acupressure and no treatment in patients with headache, also showed that acupressure significantly reduced headache severity and pain. However, all trials were open to methodological limitations and a high risk of bias. In conclusion, current evidence showing that acupressure is an effective treatment for improving function and symptoms in patients with stroke is limited. However, the evidence is insufficient to draw conclusions concerning the effects of acupressure on other neurological disorders. More rigorous studies are warranted.</P>

Effect of Acupressure on Dental Anxiety in Children: a Pilot Study for a Randomized Clinical Trial

Soares Maria Eliza Consolação,Araújo Alessandra de Souza,Pinto Isabela Carvalhaes Lagares,Barbosa Luiza Silveira Araújo,Borsatto Maria Cristina,Galo Rodrigo 사단법인약침학회 2022 Journal of Acupuncture & Meridian Studies Vol.15 No.5

Background: Anxiety is an important problem in children in dental clinics. Acupressure may be a useful tool to assist in dental procedures in anxious children. Objectives: This pilot study was performed to examine the effects of acupressure on dental anxiety in children undergoing restorative procedures. Methods: Fourteen children aged 7-10 years and with at least one primary molar with caries on the dentine were included in the study. The participants also needed to score at least one point on the modified Venham Picture Test (VPTm) for the determination of anxiety. The children were randomly allocated to two groups: group A — non-documented points for the reduction of anxiety and induction of relaxation; group B — documented points (EX-HN3, Shen Men of auricular acupuncture). The anxiety scale was administered on three occasions: prior to the application of acupressure; immediately after sitting in the dental chair to undergo restorative treatment; and after removal of acupressure at the end of the restorative procedure. Heart rate (HR) was measured when each child sat in the dental chair, after the removal of carious tissue, and after the removal of acupressure. Results: After the procedure, HR (as an indicator of anxiety) was statistically significantly lower in group B than group A (p = 0.02). However, there was no significant difference between the groups regarding anxiety before and during the restorative procedure (VPTm and HR: p > 0.05). Conclusion: The children who received acupressure on documented points for the reduction of anxiety had a significantly lower HR after the restorative procedure. No significant between-group difference was found regarding anxiety measured using a psychometric evaluation (VPTm).

Effect of Auricular Acupressure on Nausea, Vomiting, and Retching in Patients with Colorectal Cancer Receiving Chemotherapy

신나연,박점미 한국성인간호학회 2018 성인간호학회지 Vol.30 No.3

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effects of auricular acupressure on nausea, vomiting, andretching in patients with colorectal cancer receiving chemotherapy. Methods: A non-equivalent control group witha pretest-posttest design was used. The participants were assigned into either the control or the experimental group. The patients were recruited from November 2013 to March 2014 from a tertiary hospital in Seongnam city, SouthKorea. A total of 50 patients completed the study. The Korean version of the Index of Nausea, Vomiting, andRetching (INVR) was used. Results: The experimental group showed significantly lower nausea (p=.011) andretching (p=.014) than did the control group after receiving auricular acupressure. There were significant interactioneffects between time and group on auricular acupressure on nausea (F=3.11, p=.009) and retching (F=3.01,p=.010). There were significant interaction effects between time and group on auricular acupressure on total scoreof INVR (F=8.23, p<.001). Conclusion: Auricular acupressure therapy is effective in relieving nausea and retchingafter chemotherapy. Auricular acupressure intervention could be used to improve the quality of life for patients withcolorectal cancer.

Effect of Acupressure on Pain during Inferior Alveolar Nerve Block Injection in Children Aged 5-10 Years Old - An Experimental Study

Gurharikar Ayushi Shashikant,Nagpal Devendra,Yadav Prabhat Singh,Chaudhari Purva,Hotwani Kavita,Lamba Gagandeep 사단법인약침학회 2023 Journal of Acupuncture & Meridian Studies Vol.16 No.4

Background: Acupressure, which is related to acupuncture, is a noninvasive therapy suitable for use in children. However, data examining acupressure’s effects on the pain of local anesthetic injection in children are sparse. Objectives: The purpose of this study was to evaluate acupressure’s effects on the pain of local anesthetic injection in children. Methods: This randomized, double-blind, parallel-group clinical study included 37 5- to 10-year-olds who had an inferior alveolar nerve block (IANB) for a mandibular extraction and were randomized to one of two groups: acupressure (study group) or non-acupressure (control group). The Wong-Baker FACES Pain Rating Scale (WBFPS) and the Sound, Eye, Motor (SEM) scale were utilized for subjective and objective pain assessment during injection. Results: The objective and subjective assessment of pain during injection significantly differed between the groups, with the acupressure group displaying lower scores. Conclusion: Acupressure at the extra one point (EX-HN1) reduced pain during IANB injection in 5- to 10-year-olds and can be used as an adjunct to conventional measures like topical anesthesia to reduce pain.

갑상선 절제술을 받은 환자에서 P6 Acupressure의 술 후 오심, 구토에 대한 예방 효과

라세희 ( Se Hee Na ),김나영 ( Na Young Kim ),길혜금 ( Hae Keum Kil ) 대한마취과학회 2009 Korean Journal of Anesthesiology Vol.56 No.4

Background: Postoperative nausea and vomiting (PONV) is a common problem in patients recovering from anesthesia and surgery. P6 point is the acupressure point for prevention of postoperative nausea and vomiting. We evaluated the efficacy of acupressure at the P6 point in 94 patients undergoing thyroidectomy in a randomized, prospective and placebo-controlled study. Methods: Ninety-four female patients, aged 18 to 60, scheduled for elective thyroidectomy, were randomized to have either placebo band or acupressure band (Sea-Band(R) UK Ltd., Leicestershire, England, UK) applied to the P6 point of both hands before induction of anesthesia. The acupressure bands removed 24 h later. Postoperative nausea and vomiting was evaluated 1, 6 and 24 h following surgery. In addition, the need for rescue antiemetic medication during 24 h was registered. Results: The incidence of postoperative nausea was lower in acupressure group at 0-1 h (16.7% vs. 39.1%; P=0.015) and at 6-24 h (0% vs. 15.2%; P=0.05). The need for rescue antiemetic medication was also lower at 0-1 h (4.2% vs. 23.9%; P=0.006), at 1-6 h (6.2% vs. 20.9%; P=0.039) and at 6-24 h (0% vs. 13%; P=0.012). Conclusions: In patients undergoing thyroidectomy, nausea and need of rescue antiemetic medication were reduced by acupressure at the P6 point. (Korean J Anesthesiol 2009;56:413~8)

귀 지압이 간호사의 우울에 미치는 영향

김은경,유자경,지수자,최성희,진보미,이청아,이은진 한국정신간호학회 2022 정신간호학회지 Vol.31 No.3

Purpose: This study evaluated the impact of auricular acupressure on depression among nurses. Methods: This study used a randomized control group pretest-posttest design. Shift-work nurses with the Patient Health Questionnaire -9 (PHQ-9) score over 5 points were randomized to the experimental group(n=20) or the control group(n=20). For the experimental group, auricular acupressure was conducted at the corresponding points of depression (TGI, AH1) weekly for seven days as well as for two weeks. The PHQ-9 was completed before intervention, as well as two weeks after intervention. Results: The mean difference in the PHQ-9 score before and after auricular acupressure in the experimental group (-4.11±2.27), was more significant than in the control group (-1.72±3.82) (t=2.28, p=.03). Conclusion: Result showed that nurses who received auricular acupressure had a decrease in depression, compared to those who did not receive auricular acupressure. Further research is required, to apply the other auricular acupressure points, to evaluate the impact on depressive symptoms.

이압요법이 슬관절염 노인 근로자의 슬관절 통증, 관절각 및 수면에 미치는 효과: 유사실험연구

박효정,임윤미 한국재활간호학회 2022 재활간호학회지 Vol.25 No.1

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to examine the effects of auricular acupressure on the knee pain, joint angle and sleep among elderly workers with knee osteoarthritis. Methods: This study conducted with a randomized, single-blind, and quasi-experimental design. Participants were 41 elderly workers with knee osteoarthritis and they were allocated to the experimental group (n=21) and sham control group (n=20). The intervention lasted six weeks. In order to examine intervention effects of auricular acupressure, Visual Analogue Scale (VAS), and extension, flexion, Pittsburg Sleep Quality Index (PSQI), Fitbit tracker were measured in order to examine the effects of auricular acupressure. Results: Auricular acupressure was effective for knee pain relief after 6 weeks (F=2.83, p=.024). There was no difference in joint angle. Sleep quality was significantly affected by sleep duration (t=3.02, p=.004), habitual sleep efficiency (t=2.36, p=.029), and daytime dysfunction (t=2.16, p=.038), and the sleep stage was effective on slight sleep (t=2.19, p=.034). Conclusion: The findings of this study suggest that auricular acupressure can be a complementary nursing intervention for the elderly workers with knee osteoarthritis to decrease knee pain and to improve sleeping disorder, and has advantages such as reduction of medical expenses, convenience, and high safety.

Acupressure Bead in the Eustachian Tube

Yu Matsumoto,Kazunori Igarashi,Akinobu Kakigi 사단법인약침학회 2015 Journal of Acupuncture & Meridian Studies Vol.8 No.4

In this article, we aim to enlighten practitioners and patients involved with acupressure beads and to contribute to their safer use by reporting a unique case of insidious intrusion of an acupressure bead into the eustachian tube. A metallic object was found in the eustachian tube of a patient while conducting a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) examination. The object was later confirmed to be an auricular acupressure bead, and was successfully removed by performing a tympanoplasty and a canal wall down mastoidectomy. The bead was assumed to have passed through an existing perforation of the tympanic membrane. According to previously published literature, tympanic membrane perforations exist in ∼1% of the population. Therefore, middle-ear foreign bodies are relatively common occurrences for otolaryngologists. However, metallic objects such as acupressure beads are especially important in the sense that they can cause severe burns during MRI. To avoid potential complications, acupressure-bead practitioners should be aware of the possibility that intrusions through the tympanic membrane could go unnoticed.