A single case report of physiotherapy and acupuncture treatment for cervical radiculopathy

Aim of the studyTo present the use of acupuncture, alongside manual and exercise therapy, in a single case report of a patient with a C6/7 disc prolapse and radiculopathy. To clinically reason and evaluate the rationale and effects of acupuncture, according to current evidence, in this example.MethodA case report following six sessions of acupuncture administered over 4 weeks, alongside manual therapy and exercise, for the treatment of a single patient with cervical radiculopathy. Outcome measures used were numeric pain rating scale (NPRS) and active range of motion (AROM) of the cervical spine.ResultsNPRS improved from 8/10 to 2/10. Cervical left rotation improved from 30° to 60°, and left side flexion from 15° to 30°.ConclusionAcupuncture was beneficial in reducing pain originating from cervical radiculopathy in this example. AROM improved with acupuncture alongside manual and exercise therapy.