How long does acupuncture treatment for shoulder periarthritis last?
Disease description:
A few days ago, I went to the hospital for a checkup, and the doctor told me I have shoulder periarthritis. Today, I'm planning to receive acupuncture treatment, so I'd like to know how long the acupuncture treatment for shoulder periarthritis usually takes. How long does acupuncture treatment last for shoulder periarthritis?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Lin Yunfei
The duration of acupuncture treatment for shoulder periarthritis depends on the severity of the condition. If it is in the early stage with relatively mild symptoms, the symptoms usually alleviate or even improve after about 1–2 weeks of continuous acupuncture. However, if the disease has a longer course and more severe symptoms, especially when many patients experience widespread pain and limited joint mobility, the treatment period tends to be longer, generally requiring around 4 weeks, with therapeutic effects varying from person to person. Therefore, during acupuncture treatment for shoulder periarthritis, it is essential to strengthen shoulder exercises and pay attention to keeping the area warm and protected from cold.
