Application of New Acupuncture and Moxibustion Technology in Acne

Authors

  • Xingxing Wang Shaanxi University of Chinese Medicine, Xianyang 712046, Shaanxi, China
  • Jianrong Hui Shaanxi University of Chinese Medicine, Xianyang 712046, Shaanxi, China; Affiliated Hospital of Shaanxi University of Chinese Medicine, Xianyang 712000, Shaanxi, China
  • Yanyan Cao Shaanxi University of Chinese Medicine, Xianyang 712046, Shaanxi, China
  • Zhen Peng Shaanxi University of Chinese Medicine, Xianyang 712046, Shaanxi, China
  • Yan Xiao Shaanxi University of Chinese Medicine, Xianyang 712046, Shaanxi, China

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.53469/jcmp.2024.06(06).19

Keywords:

Acupuncture, Acne, New technique

Abstract

Acne is a common aesthetically damaging skin disease at present, with a high incidence rate, complex etiology, and serious symptoms, usually manifested as blackhead or white head acne, inflammatory papules, secondary pustules, nodules, cysts, and even scars on the face, chest, back, etc. At present, acupuncture and moxibustion treatment of acne has obvious curative effect, small side effects and few sequelae. Its mechanism may be related to anti-inflammatory effects, regulation of sex hormones and endocrine levels, promotion of skin toxin metabolism, and enhancement of immunity. Therefore, this article reviews the application of new acupuncture and moxibustion technology in acne in recent years, and expounds its mechanism, hoping to provide new ideas and reference for everyone in clinical treatment of acne.

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Published

2024-06-30

How to Cite

Wang, X., Hui, J., Cao, Y., Peng, Z., & Xiao, Y. (2024). Application of New Acupuncture and Moxibustion Technology in Acne. Journal of Contemporary Medical Practice, 6(6), 107–110. https://doi.org/10.53469/jcmp.2024.06(06).19