The Effects of Acupuncture for Major Trauma

The Effects of Electroacupuncture and Laser Acupuncture Therapy for Patients With Major Trauma

Major trauma is a significant cause for morbidity and mortality in the world. After traumatic injury, the damage tissue could induce systemic inflammatory response (SIRS) and activate autonomic nervous system in response to stress, followed by compensatory anti-inflammatory response (CARS). Imbalance of SIRS and CARS may lead to organ failures, sepsis and death.

The investigators design a prospective clinical trial to investigate the efficacy of acupuncture for major trauma.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Male or female aged 20 years or older
• Confirmed diagnosis of major trauma with ISS ≥ 16

Exclusion Criteria:

• Pregnancy
• Malignancy
• Pacemaker
• Status epilepticus
• Severe medical disease
• Life threatening
• Prior history of drug or alcohol dependence
• Immunodeficiency
• Vagotomy