Clinical Report: Impact of Acupuncture on Asthma Management and Weight Alterations
Overview
This study investigates the effects of acupuncture combined with conventional treatment on asthma management and weight changes in obese patients. Results indicate improvements in pulmonary function, asthma control, quality of life, inflammatory markers, and BMI in the treatment group.
Background
Chronic persistent asthma is a prevalent condition that poses significant management challenges, particularly when comorbid with obesity. Current treatments often fail to achieve satisfactory control, necessitating exploration of adjunctive therapies like acupuncture.
Data Highlights
Outcome
Treatment Group
Control Group
PEF
Improved
No change
FEV1
Improved
No change
ACT Scores
Improved
No change
AQLQ Scores
Improved
No change
Serum IL-17
Decreased
No change
CRP
Decreased
No change
BMI
Decreased
No change
Key Findings
Acupuncture combined with conventional treatment improved pulmonary function indicators (PEF, FEV1, FEV1/FVC).
Significant improvements were observed in Asthma Control Test (ACT) and Asthma Quality of Life Questionnaire (AQLQ) scores.
Serum inflammatory markers (IL-17, CRP) decreased in the treatment group.
BMI reductions were noted alongside improvements in asthma control.
The response model for predicting asthma control outcomes showed moderate discriminative ability (AUC = 0.656).
Stronger effects were observed in patients aged ≥50 years, males, and those without recent acute exacerbations.
Clinical Implications
Further research is warranted to explore the role of acupuncture in the management of asthma in obese patients.
Conclusion
Further research is warranted to explore the long-term benefits of acupuncture in improving asthma management and weight in obese patients.
