한방의료기관의 온열 치료 기기 활용 현황 및 개발 수요에 대한A Survey on the Utilization and Demand of Thermotherapy Devices in Korean Medical Institutions
- Other Titles
- A Survey on the Utilization and Demand of Thermotherapy Devices in Korean Medical Institutions
- Authors
- 인소영; 임수란; 박지연; 박정환; 김송이
- Issue Date
- Dec-2023
- Publisher
- 경락경혈학회
- Keywords
- thermotherapy device; thermotherapy; moxibustoin; heat therapy
- Citation
- Korean Journal of Acupuncture, v.40, no.4, pp 194 - 205
- Pages
- 12
- Journal Title
- Korean Journal of Acupuncture
- Volume
- 40
- Number
- 4
- Start Page
- 194
- End Page
- 205
- URI
- https://scholarworks.bwise.kr/gachon/handle/2020.sw.gachon/89840
- DOI
- 10.14406/acu.2023.023
- ISSN
- 2287-3368
2287-3376
- Abstract
- Objectives : This study investigated the current utilization status of thermotherapy devices in Korean medicine (KM) institutions and identified areas for improvement and further development, as perceived by KM doctors (KMDs). Methods : An online survey was conducted, targeting KMDs primarily engaged in clinical patient care. The questionnaire included items about respondents’ clinical practices, the extent of thermotherapy device usage, their opinions on these devices, and perceived improvement needs. The collected data underwent quantitative analysis. Results : From the 1,025 respondents, data from 862 respondents who provided complete responses were analyzed. On average, respondents utilized thermotherapy treatments for 80% of their patients. Infrared (IR) phototherapy unit, electrical moxibustion apparatus, and heater-based thermotherapy devices were predominantly owned by respondents, with IR being the most frequently used. The average satisfaction score for current thermotherapy devices was 79. A significant concern raised was the necessity for improved health insurance coverage and efficacy evaluation. Conclusions : This research has confirmed that the extensive use of thermotherapy devices by KMDs in treating primarily musculoskeletal and gastrointestinal ailments – common conditions among patients in KM institutions. The main areas identified for improvement encompass safety, cost-effectiveness, and device efficacy. Future enhancements in thermotherapy devices should address these crucial aspects.
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