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Effects of Electronic Moxibustion Thermal Therapy on Menstrual Discomfort and Lumbar Range of Motion in Women with Primary Dysmenorrhea

  • Journal of Internet of Things and Convergence
  • Abbr : JKIOTS
  • 2025, 11(4), pp.59~69
  • Publisher : The Korea Internet of Things Society
  • Research Area : Engineering > Computer Science > Internet Information Processing
  • Received : July 8, 2025
  • Accepted : August 11, 2025
  • Published : August 31, 2025

Kang, mi ae 1

1부산과학기술대학교

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ABSTRACT

This quasi-experimental study investigated the effects of electronic moxibustion on menstrual discomfort and lumbar range of motion in female college students with primary dysmenorrhea. From March to June 2024, 46 second-year students were assigned to either an experimental group—receiving electronic moxibustion at CV4 (Guanyuan), CV6 (Qihai), and SP6 (Sanyinjiao)—or a control group receiving inactive patches. The intervention was administered for 15 minutes daily over 10 days. Data were analyzed using SPSS 23.0, and independent t-tests were performed to compare groups. The experimental group showed a significant reduction in menstrual discomfort (t = -4.51, p < .001) and significant improvements in lumbar flexion (t = -12.47, p < .001) and extension (t = -8.50, p < .001), while the control group showed no improvement. These results suggest that electronic moxibustion is an effective non-pharmacological intervention for alleviating menstrual discomfort and enhancing lumbar mobility.

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