The role and harm of small needle knife

Acupuncture is a minimally invasive technique widely used to treat chronic soft tissue injuries and pain. Its main functions include loosening adhesions, relieving pain and repairing soft tissues, but this therapy may also bring risks such as infection, tissue damage and subsequent discomfort. Correct selection of indications, professional doctor operation and postoperative care are the key to ensuring efficacy.

1. The role of acupuncture

1. Loosen soft tissue adhesions

The needle knife is mainly used to treat myofasciitis, soft tissue contracture and other problems. It uses a needle-like knife to cut and separate the adhesion of soft tissue, restore the elasticity and sliding function of tendons and fascia. This is very effective for improving the joint mobility of diseases such as wrist tenosynovitis and frozen shoulder.

2. Relieve Pain

Acupuncture can stimulate local tissues and reduce the sensitivity of nerve endings to pain signals. It can also adjust the tension of soft tissues, improve local blood circulation, and reduce the occurrence of chronic pain from the root.

3. Promote tissue repair

Acupuncture knife treatment can stimulate the absorption of inflammatory factors and accelerate the repair of soft tissue damage and chronic inflammation. For example, patients with lumbar disc herniation can quickly relieve pain and stiffness caused by tissue inflammation through the intervention of acupuncture knife.

2. The harm of acupuncture

1. Risk of infection

Since the needle knife needs to pierce the skin, if the disinfection specifications are not strictly followed or the individual's physical condition is weak, it may cause local infection or abscess formation. The risk of infection can be reduced by choosing a regular medical institution and paying attention to postoperative wound care.

2. Tissue damage

Some patients may suffer from vascular or nerve damage during the operation, especially when the doctor is inexperienced or the positioning is inaccurate. This risk reminds patients to choose a well-trained professional physician for treatment.

3. Postoperative discomfort or complications

Temporary pain, bruising and swelling may occur after the operation, and a few people may experience adverse reactions such as dizziness and hypotension. For these problems, the discomfort can be relieved by ice compress, rest and anti-inflammatory treatment when necessary.

3. Notes and suggestions

- Suitable for patients: Suitable for patients with chronic pain or soft tissue injury. It is not recommended for patients with severe systemic diseases or coagulation disorders.

- Targeted treatment: Before treatment, a doctor must diagnose the cause of the disease to avoid blindly operating on irrelevant issues.

-Postoperative care: After surgery, you need to pay attention to local cleaning, avoid getting wet, and gradually increase your activity level based on your recovery. You can supplement your diet with more foods containing protein and vitamin C, such as fish and kiwi fruit, to promote tissue repair.

With its low trauma and good efficacy, acupuncture has become a common technology in the field of pain management. However, it requires a high level of professionalism from the operator and has certain adverse risks. It is recommended that patients fully understand their own conditions and consult a doctor before treatment, and follow professional guidance after surgery to achieve the best effect.