| Value (%) | |
|---|---|
| Age (years) | 57.71±14.4 |
| Number of EA sessions | 12.3±8.37 |
| Gender | |
| Male | 25 (41.7) |
| Female | 35 (58.3) |
| Pain location | |
| Neck | 16 (26.7) |
| Back | 32 (53.3) |
| Limbs | 12 (20) |
| Pain origin | |
| Osteoarthritis | 33 (55.0) |
| Herniated disc | 16 (26.67) |
| Trauma | 3 (5.0) |
| Inflammation | 4 (6.67) |
| Autoimmune disorders | 1 (1.66) |
| Others | 3 (5.0) |
| Concurrent treatment | |
| Herbal decoctions | 35 (58.3) |
| Acetaminophen and/or NSAIDs | 1 (1.7) |
| Acetaminophen and/or NSAIDs with herbal decoctions | 13 (21.7) |
| None | 11 (18.3) |
| Adverse effects | |
| Swelling | 3 (3.3) |
| Skin irritation | 1 (1.67) |
| Dizziness | 1 (1.67) |
| Fatigue | 1 (1.67) |
| Others | 0 (0.0) |