NGHIÊN CỨU TỔNG QUAN CHÂM CỨU TRONG PHỤC HỒI CHỨC NĂNG SAU PHẪU THUẬT TÁI TẠO DÂY CHẰNG CHÉO TRƯỚC

Abstract

Objective: To review studies on the efficacy of acupuncture therapy in rehabilitation after anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction surgery. Subjects and Methods: A review of 32 studies from PubMed, Cochrane, and CKNI sources related to acupuncture in rehabilitation after ACL reconstruction surgery. Study characteristics and treatment efficacy were analyzed according to evaluation scales. Results: Acupuncture interventions after cruciate ligament reconstruction mentioned included classical acupuncture, electroacupuncture, warm acupuncture, acupuncture combined with traditional medicine, acupuncture combined with external massage methods, and acupuncture combined with Western medicine. The results showed that integrated acupuncture treatment with rehabilitation after ACL reconstruction surgery demonstrated significant improvements in pain and swelling reduction, range of motion, muscle strength and size, and joint proprioception compared to rehabilitation alone. However, the evidence primarily comes from short/medium-term studies with limited sample sizes. No side effects or complications were reported. Conclusion: Acupuncture is an effective and safe treatment method that’s easy to apply and can be integrated into basic rehabilitation protocols. Long-term studies are needed to confirm sustained efficacy.