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
Hypertension
High Blood Pressure
(2018) TShould Acupuncture, Biofeedback, Massage, Qi gong, Relaxation Therapy, Device-
'Based on the analyzed evidence, massage and acupuncture plus antihypertensive drug could benefit people who want to lower their BP and do not have contraindications for massage and acupuncture plus antihypertensive drug.'
(2018) The Effect of Acupuncture Therapy on Blood Pressure Decrease toward Elderly with Hypertension Diagnosist in Panti Werdha Mojopahit, Mojokerto, East Java, Indonesia
'Total sample 16 respondents (8 respondents in treatment groups and 8 respondents in control group)... Result shows between the two groups, after acupuncture therapy in 4 times (in 4 days) there was a significant decrease of blood pressure. Treatment group mean systolic/diastolic 172.50/107.5mmHg before and after treatment mean systolic/diastolic 150/90mmHg'
However there is no information on what acupuncture points were used, the needling technique. The number of participants is extrememly low and we do not know whether the recording of blood pressure was done blind and independently.
(2017) Reduction of Blood Pressure by Electro-
Summary. This study demonstrated that systolic and diastolic blood pressures of patients with prehypertension (systolic pressures 130-
• Electro acupuncture, through a neurohumoral mechanism, lowers blood pressure in 70% of subjects with mild hypertension when it is applied in a standardized manner at acupuncture points overlying deep somatic nerve pathways.
(2016) Evidence of a Synergistic Effect of Acupoint Combination: Resting-
'Short term effect on reducing systolic blood pressure using LV 3 'Tai Chong' '
(2016) Effect of laser acupuncture in mild benign hypertensive female patients
'Low-
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See also Coronary Heart Disease