Effect of acupuncture stimulation on trigger points in patients with lumbar back myofasciitis: a protocol for a single-centre, randomised, controlled clinical trial.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Lumbar back myofasciitis (LBM) is a common condition caused by cold exposure, lumbar injuries or poor posture, leading to aseptic inflammation, fibrosis and chronic pain. While acupuncture stimulation of trigger points is widely used, clinical evidence supporting its efficacy remains limited. This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness and safety of acupuncture stimulation of trigger points in the treatment of LBM and to explore the underlying analgesic mechanisms.

Methods and analysis

This single-centre randomised controlled trial will be conducted at Acupuncture and Moxibustion Hospital of China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences. A total of 60 participants will be randomly assigned to either the experimental group or the control group in a 1:1 ratio. The p

SUBMITTER: Song X 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12570929 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature