The Value of Electroacupuncture in the Treatment of Coronary Heart Disease: A Review of the Mechanisms and Clinical Studies of Electroacupuncture Therapy

Electroacupuncture (EA) therapy combines electrical stimulation with traditional acupuncture therapy and is widely used as a physical therapy in various fields. Coronary heart disease (CHD) is a prevalent cardiovascular condition. Applying EA in the treatment of CHD patients has proven to effectively enhance therapeutic outcomes and improve prognosis. This paper summarizes the potential mechanisms of EA in the treatment of CHD, its therapeutic effects on CHD patients, and analyzes the current bottlenecks in the application of EA therapy for CHD. Furthermore, it discusses potential future directions for EA in CHD management.