Abstract
In my former report, I have discussed the new evaluation method which easily and objectively measures the range of motion when one bends forward, backward, and sideways without using a goniometer.
This time, based on this new evaluation method of lower-back pain, I have compared and examined the treatment effects of acupuncture alone and the effects of acupuncture combined with exercises for lower-back pain.
The result of my study indicates that one can expect a quicker effect in a combination treatment of acupuncture and exercises for lower-back pain than on acupuncture treatment alone. One can expect an immediate effect in acupuncture stimulation, but this treatment is poor in durance. The most effective way to accumulate the treatment effect is to perform an acupuncture on a regular basis while doing the exercises for lower-back pain.
