Can acupuncture be used for synovitis with effusion?
Disease description:
I've been experiencing muscle soreness lately, especially joint pain, sometimes so severe that I'm afraid to move. Someone suggested it might be synovitis, but I don't know how to treat it. Can acupuncture be used for synovitis with fluid accumulation?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Lin Yunfei
Synovitis can be treated with acupuncture. Patients should go to a reputable traditional Chinese medicine hospital or the physiotherapy department of a Grade 3A hospital for TCM acupuncture treatment. Acupuncture is currently one of the better physical therapies in traditional Chinese medicine for synovitis and is widely used for knee joint synovitis, hip joint synovitis, and synovitis affecting other parts of the body. It has therapeutic effects including reducing swelling, relieving pain, and anti-inflammatory actions. In some cases, it may need to be combined with medication or other physical therapies. It is best used under the guidance of a physician. When synovitis occurs, patients should seek medical attention promptly. It is recommended that patients rest adequately, keep their bodies warm, and avoid getting chilled.
