Preliminary optimization of acupuncture regimen at Nèiguān (PC 6) for gastroesophageal reflux disease

ConclusionIn the observation of five factors and two levels, the optimal regimen of acupuncture for GERD includes reducing technique by rotating needle at PC 6, the time of rotating needle for 60 s, Zúsānlĭ (足三里 ST 36) and Tàichōng (太冲 LR 3) as the supplementary acupoints, needle retention for 30 min and treatment interval of 24 h.
Source: World Journal of Acupuncture Moxibustion - Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research