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Acupuncture Management of Right Upper Abdominal Pain in Cholecystitis: A Case Study Ardani, Tri; Abdullah, Ikhwan; Wulandari, Mayang; Candra Kurniawan, Leny
International Journal of Health and Pharmaceutical (IJHP) Vol. 6 No. 1 (2026): February 2026
Publisher : CV. Inara

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.51601/ijhp.v6i1.586

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Right-sided abdominal pain caused by gallbladder inflammation (cholecystitis) is a common clinical condition that can significantly affect patients’ quality of life. Conventional management generally focuses on pharmacological therapy and surgical intervention, but these approaches may present limitations such as adverse effects and high medical costs. Therefore, complementary therapeutic approaches such as acupuncture have gained increasing attention as potential supportive treatments. This study aimed to describe the implementation and clinical outcomes of acupuncture care in reducing right-sided abdominal pain in a patient with cholecystitis treated at a therapy center in Banjarmasin. The research employed a qualitative case study design involving a 45-year-old female patient diagnosed with cholecystitis. Data were collected using a structured client data sheet based on the Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) diagnostic framework, including observation (Wang), listening and smelling (Wen), inquiry (Wen), and palpation (Qie). The participant received six acupuncture therapy sessions over a one-week period. Data analysis was conducted descriptively by comparing clinical findings before and after treatment. The results showed significant improvement in both subjective complaints and objective clinical indicators. The patient initially presented with severe right upper abdominal pain accompanied by nausea, decreased appetite, bitter taste in the mouth, and radiating pain to the scapula. After six therapy sessions, the main complaint of abdominal pain disappeared, accompanying symptoms decreased markedly, and physical examination findings improved. Ultrasonography also indicated the disappearance of previously detected gallstones. These findings suggest that acupuncture therapy may contribute to symptom reduction and functional improvement in patients with cholecystitis.
Acupuncture Intervention for Plantar Fasciitis: A Case Study Suyadi, Paulus; Candra Kurniawan, Leny; Wardoyo, Puspo; Abdullah, Ikhwan
International Journal of Health and Pharmaceutical (IJHP) Vol. 6 No. 1 (2026): February 2026
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.51601/ijhp.v6i1.587

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Plantar fasciitis is a common musculoskeletal disorder characterized by degeneration of the plantar fascia due to repetitive mechanical stress that causes microtears, tissue irritation, and persistent heel pain, which can significantly impair daily activities and quality of life. Although conventional treatments are widely used, acupuncture has increasingly been explored as a complementary therapy for pain management. This study aimed to describe the implementation of acupuncture care for a patient with plantar fasciitis at the Bumi Sehat Acupuncture Clinic in Ubud, Gianyar, Bali. A qualitative case study design was applied to document the clinical management process of acupuncture treatment. The study involved a 55-year-old male patient who underwent six acupuncture treatment sessions during April 2025. Data were collected through the traditional four diagnostic methods of Traditional Chinese Medicine, including observation, listening and smelling, inquiry, and palpation, and were recorded using a structured client data sheet. The patient was diagnosed with plantar fasciitis associated with Cold-Bi syndrome. The therapeutic approach included acupuncture point stimulation combined with moxibustion to remove meridian obstruction, warm the channels, and promote the circulation of Qi and blood. Clinical evaluation across treatment sessions demonstrated progressive improvement in symptoms, including a gradual reduction in plantar pain, decreased heel elevation during walking, improved functional mobility, and resolution of calf stiffness and sleep disturbance. By the fifth treatment session, the patient reported complete relief from pain and regained normal walking ability, which was maintained at the sixth session without recurrence. These findings suggest that structured acupuncture care may contribute to pain reduction and functional recovery in patients with plantar fasciitis. The study provides clinical insight into the application of acupuncture as a complementary therapeutic option in the management of plantar fasciitis.
Acupuncture Treatment for Hypotension Patients at Bale Terapi Datu (TCM Center NTB), West Lombok Regency Budyawan, Lalu; Wulandari, Mayang; Abdullah, Ikhwan; Kurniawan, Leny Candra
Jurnal Indonesia Sosial Sains Vol. 7 No. 3 (2026): Jurnal Indonesia Sosial Sains
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.59141/jiss.v7i3.2264

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Low blood pressure (hypotension) is a condition in which blood pressure is lower than 90/60 mmHg or low enough to cause symptoms such as dizziness and fainting. Acupuncture therapy offers an approach to addressing low blood pressure or hypotension without the side effects of pharmaceutical blood-pressure-raising medications. This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of acupuncture treatment for hypotension patients at Bale Terapi Datu (TCM Center NTB) in West Lombok Regency. This single case study involved eight therapy sessions with a 31-year-old female participant who had been experiencing hypotension for the past two weeks. Data collection included observation, interviews, hearing, smell, and touch, following Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) diagnostic standards. Acupuncture points were chosen based on a diagnosis of qi and xue deficiency, with needle manipulation focused on tonification. After eight therapy sessions, the participant experienced significant improvement in blood pressure from 70/80 mmHg to 100/80 mmHg. Additional symptoms such as dizziness, fatigue, constipation, insomnia, loss of appetite, and restlessness have significantly decreased, and the participant’s physical condition has improved. Tongue examination revealed increased redness, and the pulse, which was initially weak, became more stable, indicating a smoother flow of liver qi and blood. The acupuncture treatment provided was effective in treating low blood pressure or hypotension caused by qi and blood deficiency by improving qi flow and increasing blood volume and circulation, thereby improving physical condition and reducing the symptoms experienced by the participant.