Nanoscale Optical Sensing Approaches for Quantitative Evaluation of Acupuncture and Moxibustion Therapeutic Efficacy

Abstract

Acupuncture and moxibustion, integral components of traditional medicine, encounter challenges in achieving objective and stable quantitative assessments. This study delves into the utilization of nanoscale optical sensing technology, with a particular emphasis on graphene materials, to quantitatively analyze the therapeutic efficacy of acupuncture and moxibustion. Initially, we examine the properties and synthesis methods of graphene materials, followed by a comprehensive characterization of these materials. Subsequently, the effectiveness of graphene-based optical sensing in quantifying the therapeutic impact of acupuncture and moxibustion is evaluated through meta-analysis, drawing upon data obtained from diverse literature databases. The findings reveal a high level of measurement accuracy, with an Odds Ratio (OR) of 53 within a 95% Confidence Interval (CI) of 27 to 76 and a P-value of 0.75. These results underscore the significant potential of nanotechnologies, specifically graphene-based optical sensing, in enhancing the objectivity and precision of therapeutic assessments within traditional medicine practices.