Acupuncture Research
Structure
Density
Rigidity
Evidence
We would like to share with you our personal view, beliefs and approach about the research that is presented on these pages.
We both value the research of modern science and the many developments that have been discovered.
We also value the depth of wisdom and knowledge of traditional and classical five element acupuncture, which integrates the many aspects of body and mind.
We acknowledge the information gained from research, and we endevaour to use it where appropriate when meeting the needs of an individual who is suffering in health.
We hope later to share more information on the five elements of acupuncture.
Classical Acupuncture
Sudden Hearing Loss
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(2017) Treatment of sudden hearing loss using electro-
‘A pediatric case (Age 9) of sudden sensorineural hearing loss accompanied by otalgia and blocked ear sensation.
Results: He firstly failed with conventional treatment but later his hearing symptoms were improved with our electroacupuncture therapy according to pure tone audiometry findings and clinical responses.
Conclusions: It may be worth trying in patients with sudden neurosensory deafness, who do not respond to routine medical treatment. In line with previous studies, the current report indicates that future observational studies or even clinical trials are needed to prove the efficacy of acupuncture on hearing loss and the accompanying symptoms.’
‘Electro-
The case report does not exactly specify the frequency of treatments (weekly, twice weekly, daily???) It infers ‘Acupuncture treatments were usually scheduled about two times a week and allowed to be increased to three times a week or decreased to once a week in frequency when clinically suggested as necessary.’