Research hotspots and trends on acupuncture treatment for headache: a bibliometric analysis from 2003 to 2023
BackgroundWhile acupuncture treatment has gained extensive usage in addressing headaches, there remains a notable gap in the literature analysis for this field. Therefore, this study aims to conduct a literature review using Citespace, VOSviewer, and Bibliometrix, aiming to examine the current statu...
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| description | BackgroundWhile acupuncture treatment has gained extensive usage in addressing headaches, there remains a notable gap in the literature analysis for this field. Therefore, this study aims to conduct a literature review using Citespace, VOSviewer, and Bibliometrix, aiming to examine the current status, strengths, and potential future directions in the utilization of acupuncture for headache treatment.MethodsRelevant literature on acupuncture treatment for headaches between 2003 and 2023 was retrieved from the Web of Science (WoS) core database. Utilizing CiteSpace 6.1.R6, VOSviewer 1.6.18, and Bibliometrix 4.1.4, we conducted bibliometric analyses across various categories, including countries/regions, institutions, authors, journals, references, and keywords.ResultsA total of 808 research reports were included. China and the United States have significantly contributed to this field. Chengdu University of Chinese Medicine holds the record for the highest number of published papers. Liu Lu has the highest publication output, while Linde K has the highest citation rate. MEDICINE leads in publication frequency, while CEPHALALGIA holds the highest citation rate. The Long-term Effect of Acupuncture for Migraine Prophylaxis a Randomized Clinical Trial is the most cited reference. Migraine was the most researched type. Filiform needle acupuncture was the most widely used stimulation method. The safety and efficacy of acupuncture have received significant attention. Modern mechanism research shows that depression, brain functional connectivity, and neuroimaging technology have become research hotspots in the acupuncture treatment of headaches.ConclusionAcupuncture treatment for headaches has established a stable trend with a promising developmental trajectory. Research in this field mainly focuses on different acupuncture prevention and treatment for various types of headaches, the safety and efficacy of acupuncture, etc. Research on the mechanism of action mainly focuses on interpreting bidirectional and holistic regulation between pain and emotion by acupuncture and the regulation of brain function connection and neuroimaging technology by acupuncture. Future research should expand on the advantages and indications of acupuncture treatment for different headaches and their modern mechanisms. |
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| spelling | doaj.art-cbf4d98208a441c4895f69d2b570d6c32024-03-25T15:51:45ZengFrontiers Media S.A.Frontiers in Neuroscience1662-453X2024-03-011810.3389/fnins.2024.13383231338323Research hotspots and trends on acupuncture treatment for headache: a bibliometric analysis from 2003 to 2023Shun Zhao0Songfeng Hu1Yujing Luo2Wangjun Li3Fenfen Zhao4Changkang Wang5Fanlei Meng6Xingwei He7School of Acupuncture and Massage, Jiangxi University of Chinese Medicine, Nanchang, ChinaDepartment of Acupuncture and Moxibustion, The Affiliated Hospital of Jiangxi University of Chinese Medicine, Nanchang, ChinaSchool of Acupuncture and Massage, Jiangxi University of Chinese Medicine, Nanchang, ChinaSchool of Acupuncture and Massage, Jiangxi University of Chinese Medicine, Nanchang, ChinaDepartment of Acupuncture and Moxibustion, The Affiliated Hospital of Jiangxi University of Chinese Medicine, Nanchang, ChinaDepartment of Acupuncture and Moxibustion, The Affiliated Hospital of Jiangxi University of Chinese Medicine, Nanchang, ChinaDepartment of Acupuncture and Moxibustion, The Affiliated Hospital of Jiangxi University of Chinese Medicine, Nanchang, ChinaDepartment of Acupuncture and Moxibustion, The Affiliated Hospital of Jiangxi University of Chinese Medicine, Nanchang, ChinaBackgroundWhile acupuncture treatment has gained extensive usage in addressing headaches, there remains a notable gap in the literature analysis for this field. Therefore, this study aims to conduct a literature review using Citespace, VOSviewer, and Bibliometrix, aiming to examine the current status, strengths, and potential future directions in the utilization of acupuncture for headache treatment.MethodsRelevant literature on acupuncture treatment for headaches between 2003 and 2023 was retrieved from the Web of Science (WoS) core database. Utilizing CiteSpace 6.1.R6, VOSviewer 1.6.18, and Bibliometrix 4.1.4, we conducted bibliometric analyses across various categories, including countries/regions, institutions, authors, journals, references, and keywords.ResultsA total of 808 research reports were included. China and the United States have significantly contributed to this field. Chengdu University of Chinese Medicine holds the record for the highest number of published papers. Liu Lu has the highest publication output, while Linde K has the highest citation rate. MEDICINE leads in publication frequency, while CEPHALALGIA holds the highest citation rate. The Long-term Effect of Acupuncture for Migraine Prophylaxis a Randomized Clinical Trial is the most cited reference. Migraine was the most researched type. Filiform needle acupuncture was the most widely used stimulation method. The safety and efficacy of acupuncture have received significant attention. Modern mechanism research shows that depression, brain functional connectivity, and neuroimaging technology have become research hotspots in the acupuncture treatment of headaches.ConclusionAcupuncture treatment for headaches has established a stable trend with a promising developmental trajectory. Research in this field mainly focuses on different acupuncture prevention and treatment for various types of headaches, the safety and efficacy of acupuncture, etc. Research on the mechanism of action mainly focuses on interpreting bidirectional and holistic regulation between pain and emotion by acupuncture and the regulation of brain function connection and neuroimaging technology by acupuncture. Future research should expand on the advantages and indications of acupuncture treatment for different headaches and their modern mechanisms.https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fnins.2024.1338323/fullheadacheacupuncture treatmentCiteSpaceVOSviewerBibliometrixbibliometric analysis |
| spellingShingle | Shun Zhao Songfeng Hu Yujing Luo Wangjun Li Fenfen Zhao Changkang Wang Fanlei Meng Xingwei He Research hotspots and trends on acupuncture treatment for headache: a bibliometric analysis from 2003 to 2023 Frontiers in Neuroscience headache acupuncture treatment CiteSpace VOSviewer Bibliometrix bibliometric analysis |
| title | Research hotspots and trends on acupuncture treatment for headache: a bibliometric analysis from 2003 to 2023 |
| title_full | Research hotspots and trends on acupuncture treatment for headache: a bibliometric analysis from 2003 to 2023 |
| title_fullStr | Research hotspots and trends on acupuncture treatment for headache: a bibliometric analysis from 2003 to 2023 |
| title_full_unstemmed | Research hotspots and trends on acupuncture treatment for headache: a bibliometric analysis from 2003 to 2023 |
| title_short | Research hotspots and trends on acupuncture treatment for headache: a bibliometric analysis from 2003 to 2023 |
| title_sort | research hotspots and trends on acupuncture treatment for headache a bibliometric analysis from 2003 to 2023 |
| topic | headache acupuncture treatment CiteSpace VOSviewer Bibliometrix bibliometric analysis |
| url | https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fnins.2024.1338323/full |
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