Analysis of Acupuncture Combined with Thunder-Fire Moxibustion in the Treatment of Intractable Hiccup for One Case

Key Points

• This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of acupuncture combined with thunder-fire moxibustion in treating intractable hiccup.
• A single case analysis of a patient with intractable hiccup treated with acupuncture and thunder-fire moxibustion.
• Analysis concentrated on treatment outcomes and safety.
• Observations included time to effect and patient responses.
• Treatment resulted in rapid alleviation of hiccup symptoms with no adverse reactions noted.
• The therapeutic approach was cost-effective and easy to administer with a low recurrence rate.