Efficacy analysis of acupuncture and rehabilitation for traumatic spinal cord injury

This study explores if combining acupuncture with standard rehabilitation helps people recover from traumatic spinal cord injuries. Patients were split into two groups: one received both acupuncture and rehabilitation, while the other received only rehabilitation. The researchers then compared how well each group recovered. The results showed that those who received acupuncture in addition to rehabilitation experienced better improvements in bladder control, motor function, and overall quality of life compared to those who only received rehabilitation.

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  Acupuncture combined with rehabilitation therapy led to significant improvements in residual urine volume and detrusor pressure compared to rehabilitation therapy alone.
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  Both groups showed improved motor function, but the acupuncture and rehabilitation group demonstrated a more pronounced improvement.
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  Quality of life evaluations indicated substantial enhancement in physical pain, energy levels, general health, social functioning, perceived health changes, and mental health in both groups.