scholarly journals Acupuncture Treatment of Dysmenorrhea Resistant to Conventional Medical Treatment

2008 ◽  
Vol 5 (2) ◽  
pp. 227-230 ◽  
Author(s):  
V. Iorno ◽  
R. Burani ◽  
B. Bianchini ◽  
E. Minelli ◽  
F. Martinelli ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Visual Analogue Scale ◽  
Analogue Scale ◽  
Acupuncture Treatment ◽  
Substantial Reduction ◽  
End Of Treatment ◽  
Conventional Medical Treatment ◽  
Pain Duration ◽  
Average Pain ◽  
Reduction Of Pain ◽  
Secondary Dysmenorrhea

We evaluated the effect of acupuncture on NSAID resistant dysmenorrhea related pain [measured according to Visual Analogue Scale (VAS)] in 15 consecutive patients. Pain was measured at baseline (T1), mid treatment (T2), end of treatment (T3) and 3 (T4) and 6 months (T5) after the end of treatment. Substantial reduction of pain and NSAID assumption was observed in 13 of 15 patients (87%). Pain intensity was significantly reduced with respect to baseline (average VAS = 8.5), by 64, 72, 60 or 53% at T2, T3, T4 or T5. Greater reduction of pain was observed for primary as compared with secondary dysmenorrhea. Average pain duration at baseline (2.6 days) was significantly reduced by 62, 69, 54 or 54% at T2, T3, T4 or T5. Average NSAID use was significantly reduced by 63, 74, 58 or 58% at T2, T3, T4 or T5, respectively, and ceased totally in 7 patients, still asymptomatic 6 months after treatment. Our findings suggest that acupuncture may be indicated to treat dysmenorrhea related pain, in particular in those subjects in whom NSAID or oral contraceptives are contraindicated or refused.

scholarly journals Treating Postlaparoscopic Surgery Shoulder Pain with Acupuncture

2014 ◽  
Vol 2014 ◽  
pp. 1-7 ◽  
Author(s):  
Gur Kreindler ◽  
Samuel Attias ◽  
Anna Kreindler ◽  
Haim Hen ◽  
Bassel Haj ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Laparoscopic Surgery ◽  
Chinese Medicine ◽  
Side Effects ◽  
Traditional Chinese Medicine ◽  
Visual Analogue Scale ◽  
Shoulder Pain ◽  
Analogue Scale ◽  
Acupuncture Treatment ◽  
Common Side Effect ◽  
Analgesic Treatment

Objective.The purpose of this study was to examine the effect of acupuncture on postlaparoscopic shoulder pain (PLSP) which is a common side effect in patients undergoing abdominal laparoscopic surgery.Methods.Patients with moderate to severe PLSP in spite of analgesic treatment, which were referred by the medical staff to the Complementary-Integrative Surgery Service (CISS) at our institution, were provided with acupuncture treatment. The severity of PLSP and of general pain was assessed using a Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) from 0 to 10. Pain assessment was conducted prior to and two hours following acupuncture treatment. Acupuncture treatment was individualized based on traditional Chinese medicine diagnosis.Results.A total of 25 patients were evaluated during a 14-month period, from March 2011 to May 2012. A significant reduction in PLSP (mean reduction of6.4±2.3  P<0.0001) and general pain (mean reduction6.4±2.1  P<0.0001) were observed, and no significant side effects were reported.Conclusion.Individualized acupuncture treatments according to traditional Chinese medicine principles may improve postlaparoscopic shoulder pain and general pain when used in conjunction with conventional therapy. The primary findings of this study warrant verification in controlled studies.

Pain scores and recovery post tonsillectomy: intracapsular versus extracapsular coblation

2019 ◽  
Vol 133 (09) ◽  
pp. 775-781 ◽  
Author(s):  
M Junaid ◽  
S Sood ◽  
H Walijee ◽  
J Dorgham ◽  
S De
Keyword(s):  
Primary Care ◽  
General Practitioner ◽  
Visual Analogue Scale ◽  
Prospective Study ◽  
Analogue Scale ◽  
Normal Fluid ◽  
Pain Scores ◽  
Average Pain ◽  
A Prospective Study ◽  
Intracapsular Tonsillectomy

AbstractObjectiveThis study compared post-tonsillectomy pain scores and recovery using the coblation-only technique, comparing extracapsular versus intracapsular approaches.MethodsA prospective study was performed in our paediatric ENT department. Pain scores were recorded on days 0, 2, 4 and 8, using a visual analogue scale ranging from 0 (no pain) to 10 (extreme pain). Information was also collected on: return to normal fluid and solid intake, and any post-operative visits to primary care.ResultsIn total, 101 patients were included in the analysis. Average pain scores were statistically lower on days 2, 4 and 8 in the intracapsular group compared to the extracapsular cohort. The intracapsular cohort also returned sooner to normal fluid and solids intake. The extracapsular group were more likely to visit the general practitioner post-operatively.ConclusionIntracapsular tonsillectomy appears to result in reduced morbidity overall and should be considered as a viable alternative in relevant cases.

scholarly journals Gambaran Penurunan Nyeri pada Penderita Plantar Fasciitis Sebelum dan Sesudah Pemberian Modalitas Ultrasound : Literature Review

2021 ◽  
Vol 1 ◽  
pp. 1770-1776
Author(s):  
Nanda Alvi Saida ◽  
Lia Dwi Prafitri
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Visual Analogue Scale ◽  
Literature Review ◽  
Plantar Fasciitis ◽  
Analogue Scale ◽  
Pain Reduction ◽  
Google Scholar ◽  
Post Test ◽  
Average Pain ◽  
Review Study

AbstractPlantar fasciitis is an example of one of the problems in the field of musculoskeletal physiotherapy. It is estimated that 10% of the general population will develop plantar fasciitis in their lifetime. The highest incidence of plantar fasciitis is between the ages of 40 and 65 years. Ultrasound modality is a therapeutic tool that helps increase blood vessels, aims to repair damaged tissue, the frequency used in therapy is between 1-3 MHz. This literature review study aims to determine the description of ultrasound modality to reduce plantar pain in plantar fasciitis patients. The selection of articles in this study used the PICO mnemonic. This article search used literature search through Google Scholar (2), PubMed (1), Science Direct (1) dan Sage Journal (1). Inclusion and exclusion criteria according to keywords, published from 2010-2021, articles in full text and not a systematic review. The results of a literature review of 5 articles showed that the ultrasound modality was proven to reduce plantar pain with an average pain reduction using the Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) before and before intervention with a pre-test value of 6.06 and a post-test of 3.33 and got the average difference in pain reduction is 2.73. The literature review study shows that women are more dominant in experiencing plantar fasciitis in the number of 117 people (62.6%), the average age of those experiencing plantar fasciitis is 49.8 years. This research can be used as a basis for the development of the physiotherapy profession, on the problem of reducing plantar pain in plantar fasciitis patients with ultrasound modality intervention.Keywords: Pain; plantar fasciitis; ultrasound AbstrakPlantar fasciitis merupakan contoh dari salah satu kasus masalah dibidang fisioterapi musculoskeletal. Diperkirakan 10% dari populasi umum akan menderita plantar fasciitis dalam hidupnya. Insiden plantar fasciitis tertinggi adalah diantara rentang usia 40 dan 65 tahun. Modalitas ultrasound merupakan alat terapi yang membantu meningkatkan pembuluh darah, bertujuan untuk memperbaiki jaringan yang mengalami kerusakan, frekuensi yang digunakan dalam terapi antara 1-3 MHz Penelitian literature review ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui gambaran modalitas ultrasound terhadap penurunan nyeri pada plantaris pada penderita plantar fasciitis. Pemilihan artikel pada penelitian ini menggunakan mnemonic PICO. Penelusuran artikel ini menggunakan penelusuran literature melalui Google Scholar (2), PubMed (1), Science Direct (1) dan Sage Journal (1). Kriteria inklusi dan eksklusi sesuai dengan kata kunci, dipublikasi dari rentan waktu 2010-2021, artikel dalam teks lengkap dan bukan systematic review. Hasil literature review 5 artikel menunjukan bahwa modalitas ultrasound terbukti mengurangi nyeri pada plantaris dengan hasil rata- rata penurunan nyeri dengan alat ukur Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) Sebelum dan sesudah intervensi dengan nilai pre test 6,06 dan post test 3,33 dan mendapatkan rata-rata selisih penurunan nyeri 2,73. Studi literature review menunjukan perempuan lebih mendominasi mengalami plantar fasciitis sejumlah 117 orang (62,6%), rata-rata usia yang mengalami plantar fasciitis usia 49,8 tahun. Study literatur review menunjukan bahwa modalitas ultrasound berpengaruh terhadap penurunan nyeri plantaris pada penderita plantar fasciitis. Penelitian ini dapat digunakan sebagai dasar dari pengembangan profesi fisioterapi, pada masalah penurunan nyeri pada plantaris pada penderitas plantar fasciitis dengan intervensi modalitas ultrasound.Kata kunci : Nyeri; plantar fasciitis; ultrasound

Treatment of postscabies prurigo with diflucortolone and chlorquinaldol in a group of African refugees

2019 ◽  
Vol 49 (4) ◽  
pp. 268-270 ◽  
Author(s):  
Stefano Veraldi ◽  
Rossana Schianchi ◽  
Luigi Esposito ◽  
Paolo Pontini ◽  
Gianluca Nazzaro
Keyword(s):  
Visual Analogue Scale ◽  
Analogue Scale ◽  
Primary Study ◽  
Study Objective ◽  
African Refugees ◽  
End Of Treatment ◽  
Antiseptic Agent ◽  
Primary Study Objective ◽  
African Patients ◽  
Delayed Hypersensitivity Reaction

Postscabies prurigo (PSP) is caused by a delayed hypersensitivity reaction to antigens of the mite. Treatment is based on potent topical or intralesional corticosteroids. We present the results of a study on the effectiveness of a topical combination of diflucortolone and chlorquinaldol. Eighteen African patients who had been previously affected by scabies and treated with permethrin were enrolled. The diagnosis of PSP was made by excluding other causes through microscopic examinations. All patients were treated with the drug combination by two applications daily for two weeks. The primary study objective was to evaluate the itch by a visual analogue scale (VAS) of 0–100. Fifteen patients (83.3%) could be evaluated. All reported improvements: from 86/100 at the start to 29/100 (−57/100) at the end of treatment. Chlorquinaldol, known as an antiseptic agent, demonstrated, according to results of this study, an important anti-itch action.

scholarly journals Effect of a 980-nm diode laser on post-operative pain after endodontic treatment in teeth with apical periodontitis: A randomized clinical trial

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tuna Kaplan ◽  
Güzide Pelin Sezgin ◽  
Sema Sönmez Kaplan
Keyword(s):  
Visual Analogue Scale ◽  
Diode Laser ◽  
Root Canal ◽  
Analogue Scale ◽  
Apical Periodontitis ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Pain Level ◽  
Post Operative Pain ◽  
Average Pain ◽  
Laser Group

Abstract Background: This study aimed to assess the effect of a 980-nm diode laser following chemomechanical root canal preparation on the severity of post-operative pain (PP) after root canal treatment (RCT). Methods: This study included asymptomatic, single-rooted teeth with a periapical index (PAI) score of 3 or 4. All the patients received RCT, including dressing with calcium hydroxide (Ca(OH) 2 ), during two visits. The patients were randomly divided into two groups ( n: 30): a control group, in which the final irrigation was performed using 5 ml of 2.5% sodium hypochlorite (NaOCI), followed by 5 ml of 17% and ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid (EDTA) and 5 ml of distilled water, and a laser group, in which the root canals were irradiated using a 980-nm diode laser after the final irrigation at both visits. The pain levels after both visits were evaluated using a visual analogue scale (VAS) after 8 h, 24 h, 48 h and 7 d. In addition, the time intervals to medication intake were recorded. The collected data were statistically analysed using the chi-square and Mann–Whitney U test ( p <0.05).Results: The average pain level in the control group 24 h after the first visit was significantly higher than that in the laser group ( p <0.05). The average pain level 24 h and 48 h after the second visit was significantly higher in the control group ( p <0.05). The levels of PP 24 h after the first visit were higher than those after the second visit only in the control group ( p <0.05). After the first visit, analgesic use in the control group was significantly higher after 8 h (40%) and 24 h (23%) as compared with that in the laser group ( p <0.05).Conclusions: Root canal irradiation with a diode laser may reduce PP after RCT in single-rooted teeth with a PAI score of 3 or 4. Keywords: diode laser, irrigation, post-operative pain, root canal treatment, visual analogue scaleTrial registration: Effect of the Diode Laser on Post-operative Pain After Endodontic Treatment in Teeth with Apical Periodontitis: NCT04486196. Registered 24 July 2020 - Retrospectively registered, http://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT04486196

Intoxication Perception Visual Analogue Scale

2010 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jennifer R. Cromer ◽  
Jason A. Cromer ◽  
Paul Maruff ◽  
Peter J. Snyder
Keyword(s):  
Visual Analogue Scale ◽  
Analogue Scale

EFEKTIFITAS PENGGUNAAN TERAPI TRANSCUTANEUS ELECTRICAL NERVE STIMULATION (TENS) PADA PASIEN NYERI PUNGGUNG BAWAH DI RSUD dr. M HAULUSSY AMBON

2018 ◽  
pp. 70-78
Author(s):  
Ninik Maathia Sallatalohy ◽  
Mauren J Paliyama ◽  
Farah Ch Noya
Keyword(s):  
Visual Analogue Scale ◽  
Nerve Stimulation ◽  
Analogue Scale ◽  
Electrical Nerve Stimulation

Pendahuluan. Nyeri Punggung Bawah (NPB) merupakan suatu permasalahan yang paling sering ditemukan di masyarakat. Etiologinya tergolong kompleks dan dapat disebabkan oleh berbagai hal. Salah satu pilihan penatalaksanaan NPB adalah dengan terapi TENS. Tujuan. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui efektifitas terapi TENS pada pasien NPB di RSUD dr. M Haulussy Ambon. Metode. Desain penelitian yang digunakan adalah pretest–posttest design, dengan mengukur skala Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) sebelum dan setelah 5 kali terapi TENS. Jumlah subjek yang memenuhi kriteria sebanyak 71 dengan perbandingan laki-laki dan perempuan adalah 1:2. Hasil. Hasil uji Marginal Homogenity memperlihatkan perbedaan signifikansi sebelum dan setelah 5 kali terapi TENS (p = 0,000). Kesimpulan. TENS efektif dalam meredakan nyeri pada pasien NPB. Kata Kunci: Nyeri Punggung Bawah, TENS

A Novel Virtual Reality Technique (Cervigame®) Compared to Conventional Proprioceptive Training to Treat Neck Pain: A Randomized Controlled Trial

2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (3Jun) ◽  
Author(s):  
I Rezaei ◽  
M Razeghi ◽  
S Ebrahimi ◽  
S Kayedi ◽  
A Rezaeian Zadeh
Keyword(s):  
Virtual Reality ◽  
Visual Analogue Scale ◽  
Neck Pain ◽  
Analogue Scale ◽  
Controlled Trial ◽  
Neck Disability Index ◽  
Repeated Measure ◽  
Balance Test ◽  
Proprioceptive Training ◽  
Neck Disability

Background: Despite the potential benefits of virtual reality technology in physical rehabilitation, only a few studies have evaluated the efficacy of this type of treatment in patients with neck pain.Objective: The aim of this study was to compare the effects of virtual reality training (VRT) versus conventional proprioceptive training (CPT) in patients with neck pain.Methods: Forty four participants with nonspecific chronic neck pain were randomly assigned to VRT or CPT in this assessor-blinded clinical trial. A novel videogame called Cervigame® was designed for VRT. It comprises of 50 stages divided into unidirectional and two-directional stages ordered from easy to hard. CPT consisted of eye-follow, gaze stability, eye-head coordination and position and movement sense training. Both groups completed 8 training sessions over 4 weeks. Visual analogue scale score, neck disability index and Y-balance test results were recorded at baseline, immediately after and 5 weeks post-intervention. Mixed repeated measure ANOVA was used to analyze differences between mean values for each variable at an alpha level of 0.05.Results: There were significant improvements in all variables in both groups immediately after and 5 weeks after the intervention. Greater improvements were observed in the visual analogue scale and neck disability index scores in VRT group, and the results for all directions in Y-balance test were similar in both groups. No side effects were reported.Conclusion: Improvements in neck pain and disability were greater in VRT than CPT group. Cervigame® is a potentially practical tool for rehabilitation in patients with neck pain.

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