Recent Advances in Research on Acupuncture Treatment for Knee Osteoarthritis

Abstract

Background and Objective: Knee osteoarthritis (KOA) is one of the leading causes of disability worldwide. In recent years, the incidence of KOA has been gradually increasing due to population aging and lifestyle changes. As a result, there has been a growing body of research and clinical applications related to acupuncture treatment for KOA. The aim of this study is to analyze and summarize the clinical research progress of acupuncture treatment for KOA in the past 5 years. It seeks to understand the current developments and trends in this field and lay the foundation for future research. Methods: Conducted a systematic review and analysis of clinical research literature on acupuncture treatment for KOA published in the last 5 years, both domestically and internationally. Results: Acupuncture treatment for KOA has shown diverse and effective methods. However, the quality of research literature varies, leading to differences in reported treatment outcomes and a lack of high-quality research findings. Conclusions: It was recommended that future research should develop comprehensive and well-designed study protocols, conduct research with scientific rigor, and improve the overall quality of scientific investigations. In addition, it is advisable to include a few horizontal comparative studies to provide more evidence for the clinical application of acupuncture in treating KOA.