MNK Therapy in Releasing the Superficial Fascia for Patients With AAS: an Assessor-blinded, Randomised Controlled Trial
NCT ID: NCT06266520
Last Updated: 2024-02-20
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Basic Information
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RECRUITING
NA
80 participants
INTERVENTIONAL
2023-01-01
2025-06-01
Brief Summary
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Participants will randomly allocated into two groups using a random number table method, with forty patients in each group. The experimental group (Group 1) underwent MNK therapy to release the superficial fascia, while the control group (Group 2) received conventional acupuncture treatment.
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Detailed Description
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Conditions
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Study Design
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RANDOMIZED
PARALLEL
TREATMENT
SINGLE
Study Groups
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Group 1 (MNK therapy to release the superficial fascia)
The patient, positioned supine and wearing shorts for full lower limb exposure, undergoes layered palpation by the practitioner at the procedure points, identifying tender nodules and swelling in superficial fascia and muscles, followed by disinfection with an iodophor cotton swab. The practitioner, donning sterile latex gloves, holds the micro-needle-knife between the thumb and index finger of the right hand, inserting it parallel to the body's longitudinal axis, while the left thumb presses and holds the cord-like nodules for parallel incisions, with a maximum insertion depth of 5mm, performing lifting and cutting motions. Depending on the nodule size, 1-3 incisions are made. Post-procedure, any bruising or tissue fluid is expelled by massaging from distal to proximal around the incision. The area is then compressed with dry sterile gauze until bleeding ceases. Treatments are administered every other day, totaling six sessions.
MNK therapy to release the superficial fascia
The patient, positioned supine and wearing shorts for full lower limb exposure, undergoes layered palpation by the practitioner at the procedure points, identifying tender nodules and swelling in superficial fascia and muscles, followed by disinfection with an iodophor cotton swab. The practitioner, donning sterile latex gloves, holds the micro-needle-knife between the thumb and index finger of the right hand, inserting it parallel to the body's longitudinal axis, while the left thumb presses and holds the cord-like nodules for parallel incisions, with a maximum insertion depth of 5mm, performing lifting and cutting motions. Depending on the nodule size, 1-3 incisions are made. Post-procedure, any bruising or tissue fluid is expelled by massaging from distal to proximal around the incision. The area is then compressed with dry sterile gauze until bleeding ceases. Treatments are administered every other day, totaling six sessions.
Group 2 (acupuncture)
Group 2 receives acupuncture treatment, employing needles produced by Suzhou Medical Supplies Factory Co., Ltd., with specifications of 0.30mm\*40mm and conforming to standard GB2024-1994. Patients, positioned prone or laterally with exposed lower limbs below the knee, are disinfected with an iodophor cotton swab. Acupuncture points selected include GB34, GB39, BL60, BL40, ST41, KI9, and KI6. The practitioner applies pressure to the points with the left hand and swiftly inserts the needle with the right, using a 0.30mm\*40mm disposable sterile acupuncture needle, penetrating the skin about 0.5-0.8 inches. After achieving deqi, the needle is twisted and thrust several times, left in place for 30 minutes. Upon removal, the needle site is compressed with a dry cotton swab until bleeding stops. Treatments occur every other day, totaling six sessions
acupuncture
Acupuncture treatment employing needles produced by Suzhou Medical Supplies Factory Co., Ltd., with specifications of 0.30mm\*40mm and conforming to standard GB2024-1994. Patients, positioned prone or laterally with exposed lower limbs below the knee, are disinfected with an iodophor cotton swab. Acupuncture points selected include GB34, GB39, BL60, BL40, ST41, KI9, and KI6. The practitioner applies pressure to the points with the left hand and swiftly inserts the needle with the right, using a 0.30mm\*40mm disposable sterile acupuncture needle, penetrating the skin about 0.5-0.8 inches. After achieving deqi, the needle is twisted and thrust several times, left in place for 30 minutes. Upon removal, the needle site is compressed with a dry cotton swab until bleeding stops. Treatments occur every other day, totaling six sessions
Interventions
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MNK therapy to release the superficial fascia
The patient, positioned supine and wearing shorts for full lower limb exposure, undergoes layered palpation by the practitioner at the procedure points, identifying tender nodules and swelling in superficial fascia and muscles, followed by disinfection with an iodophor cotton swab. The practitioner, donning sterile latex gloves, holds the micro-needle-knife between the thumb and index finger of the right hand, inserting it parallel to the body's longitudinal axis, while the left thumb presses and holds the cord-like nodules for parallel incisions, with a maximum insertion depth of 5mm, performing lifting and cutting motions. Depending on the nodule size, 1-3 incisions are made. Post-procedure, any bruising or tissue fluid is expelled by massaging from distal to proximal around the incision. The area is then compressed with dry sterile gauze until bleeding ceases. Treatments are administered every other day, totaling six sessions.
acupuncture
Acupuncture treatment employing needles produced by Suzhou Medical Supplies Factory Co., Ltd., with specifications of 0.30mm\*40mm and conforming to standard GB2024-1994. Patients, positioned prone or laterally with exposed lower limbs below the knee, are disinfected with an iodophor cotton swab. Acupuncture points selected include GB34, GB39, BL60, BL40, ST41, KI9, and KI6. The practitioner applies pressure to the points with the left hand and swiftly inserts the needle with the right, using a 0.30mm\*40mm disposable sterile acupuncture needle, penetrating the skin about 0.5-0.8 inches. After achieving deqi, the needle is twisted and thrust several times, left in place for 30 minutes. Upon removal, the needle site is compressed with a dry cotton swab until bleeding stops. Treatments occur every other day, totaling six sessions
Eligibility Criteria
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Inclusion Criteria
* Clear history of trauma within 1 to 7 days
* Presence of localized swelling, pain, bruising, and limping symptoms in the ankle joint
* Pain in the ankle joint upon resistance
* No accompanying fractures
* Diagnosis of acute ankle injury according to the "Diagnostic and Therapeutic Criteria of Traditional Chinese Medicine"
* No prior treatment before participating in this therapy
* Willingness to participate in this study and signing of the informed consent form
Exclusion Criteria
* Those suffering from gout, rheumatoid arthritis, joint tuberculosis, joint tumors, etc.
* Pregnant or breastfeeding women
* Individuals with serious primary diseases of the cardiovascular, liver, kidney, brain, and hematopoietic systems
* Those with local skin lesions or skin diseases
* Individuals with coagulation dysfunction
* Those with severe fear of needles
* Individuals unwilling to comply with the treatment regimen
16 Years
55 Years
ALL
No
Sponsors
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Sen-wei Lu
OTHER
Responsible Party
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Sen-wei Lu
Prof.
Principal Investigators
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Xiao-xiao Ma, Dr.
Role: STUDY_DIRECTOR
The Affiliated Dongyang Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University, Dongyang, Zhejiang, China
Locations
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The Affiliated Dongyang Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University, Dongyang, Zhejiang, China
Dongyang, Zhejiang, China
Countries
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Central Contacts
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Facility Contacts
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Other Identifiers
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DongyangH
Identifier Type: -
Identifier Source: org_study_id
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