CLINICAL EFFECTIVENESS OF ACUPUNCTURE IN MANAGING LUMBAR DISC HERNIATION: AN INTEGRATIVE THERAPEUTIC PERSPECTIVE
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Acupuncture, Lumbar Disc Herniation, Pain Management, Integrative Medicine, Inflammation.Abstract
Lumbar disc herniation is one of the most frequent musculoskeletal and neurological disorders worldwide, commonly associated with pain, sensory disturbances, and functional impairment. As conventional treatments do not always lead to long-term improvement, integrative approaches such as acupuncture are increasingly utilized. This study reviews the therapeutic role of acupuncture in the management of lumbar disc herniation, drawing on contemporary clinical evidence, including randomized controlled trials. Findings show that acupuncture, when combined with standard medical therapy, significantly reduces pain intensity, enhances mobility, improves sleep quality, and modulates inflammatory biomarkers. The modality acts through neuromodulation, anti-inflammatory pathways, microcirculatory enhancement, and autonomic regulation. While acupuncture is not a substitute for conventional therapy, it represents a valuable complementary option. Further large-scale, long-term studies are recommended.
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