Effect of Acupuncture-Moxibustion on Adhesive Scapulohumeral Periarthritis: A Case Study

Objective: To determine the efficacy of acupuncture-moxibustion in patients with adhesive scapulahumeral periarthritis Materials and Methods: A combination of Electro-acupuncture, moxibustion and stretching movements was followed to treat diagnosed cases of adhesive scapulohumeral periarthritis.Result: Pain reduction, improved range of motion of shoulder and better quality of life and sleep are marked in this study.Conclusion: This study concluded that various therapeutic techniques like acupuncture, electric stimulation, moxibustion and some stretching movements have a significant effect in pain reduction, improvement in range of motion and quality of sleep.