ArticleMedical acupuncture2023
Auricular Acupuncture for Lowering Blood Glucose in Type 2 Diabetes: A Pilot Study.
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- Electroacupuncture in glycemic control: Transitioning from clinical controversies to potential basic research.World journal of diabetes · 2025Review
- Application of Acupuncture in Diabetic Vascular Complications: Efficacy and Potential Mechanisms.Journal of diabetes research · 2025Review
- Applying auricular magnetic therapy to decrease blood glucose levels and promote the healing of gangrene in diabetes patients: a case report.Journal of medical case reports · 2024Article
- Multi-level exploration of auricular acupuncture: from traditional Chinese medicine theory to modern medical application.Frontiers in neuroscience · 2024Review
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Abstract
Objective: Although type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is a major health epidemic, little research on auricular acupuncture for reducing blood glucose levels has been published. In Guatemala, where this study was conducted, the prevalence of T2DM is high and access to care is limited. The purpose of this pilot study was to determine if an auricular acupuncture protocol could be a feasible, effective treatment for reducing blood glucose, thus offering another potential accessible treatment. Materials and Methods: Utilizing a self-controlled design approach, 28 participants diagnosed with T2DM were recruited and received 2 weeks of treatment consisting of a set protocol of 5 points in each ear. Pre- and post-treatment surveys were used to assess patients' health status, treatment expectations, and quality of life. Paired Results: Treatment produced significant reduction in the patients' fasting and postprandial blood glucose levels, averaging 45.35 ( Conclusions: An auricular protocol may provide a low-cost, effective treatment for lowering blood glucose in patients with T2DM. The results of this study are promising, suggesting that further investigation is warranted.
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