| Objectives : This study attempted to systematically analyze studies of pelvic correction treatment. To grasp it from the overall perspective and evaluate the effectiveness of the treatment, only randomized control studies (RCTs) which correspond to a high level of evidence were selected. Methods : The study included 16 RCTs which were selected by total 695 studies searched in Korean Journal by searching site RISS, NAL, DBpia. Outcomes were assessed by Meta analysis and Cochrane’s Risk of bias tool was used to evaluate the quality of literature. Results : Pelvic correction treatment had a significant effect on the relief of VAS, ODI, flexibility, shoulder tilt, and pelvic tilt. Conclusion : Pelvic Correction proved to have a positive effect. To have more certain result, a method to minimize bias should be considered and designed. |
| Objective : We reviewed WFME2020 and compare it with WFME 2015 and KAS2021 to find similarities and differences. It will be used as basic data for future evaluation and certification criteria development. Method : WFME 2020 and WFME 2015 were translated and summarized around the core content. The structure of each standard was analyzed and organized, and then, based on the WFME 2020 standard items corresponding to each item were arranged in the items of WFME 2015 and KAS2021. Two authors translated and compared them separately, and if the content was different or the intention of the translation was different, the final revision was made after sufficient discussion. Results : The WFME 2020 standard consists of 8 major areas and 21 sub-areas. The WFME 2020 has a structural change compared to the 9 major and 35 sub-areas of WFME 2015. The importance of the mission is being emphasized, the curriculum and student selection have been changed so that they can be adjusted according to the local situation, and the areas of evaluation and program evaluation have been strengthened. Conclusion : Overall, the increased autonomy of schools and institutions seems positive from the standpoint of Korean Medicine education evaluation certification, but additional research and education are needed for the strengthened areas. In order to develop the WFME 2020 standard to the certification criteria in the future, in-depth discussion and consensus will be required in consideration of the characteristics of Korean Medicine. |
| Objective : The purpose of this study is to analyze Korean patients’ characteristics, who were concurrently treated with both Korean herbal medicines and Western chemical medicines using nation-wide database. Method : Using the patients sample data (HIRA-NPS 2018) provided by Health Insurance Review and Assessment Service, a group of patients who co-administered Korean herbal and Western medicines was selected, and their basic characteristics, diagnosis, and prescribed chemical medicines were analyzed. Results : Out of the 1,481,921 sample population, 17,629 patients (1.2%) were selected as a concurrent medication group. Compared to the whole sample, the concurrent medication group was composed of more women (65.8% vs. 51.1%), the more elderly people (65 or older years old) (44.5% vs. 14.6%), and the higher prevalence of chronic diseases (49.1% vs. 22.2%). The most frequent diagnosis treated with Western medicines was mental and behavioral disorders, musculoskeletal and circulatory disorders. Frequently used drugs among concurrent medication group were anti-anxiety drugs, gastric ulcer treatment drugs, and senile diseases treatment drugs. Conclusion : The evidence reported in this study is expected to provide herb-drug interaction researchers with important reference to set the priorities of research topics in the future. |
| Objectives : The objectives of this study are to provide the education of communication skills in the class of theories of Korean medical famous physicians and to survey students’ perception of the effect. Methods : The class of theories of Korean medical famous physicians was newly designed and was given to students. The results from the questionnaire survey with second year students at department of Korean medicine were applied to the evaluation of study issues. The scale used for this study was the modified version of ‘Beyer-Fetzer’s Essential Elements of Communication Skills Assessment Sheet’, which was developed by researchers in line with the education of Korean medicine. Results : In six (except for ‘opening a conversation’) out of seven categories, post-test results were more improved than pretest results. In the category of communication skills (a total of 25 questions), post-test results were higher than pretest results in all items. Among them, 13 items were statistically significant. With regard to the question as to how important the class of communication skills is to raise their professionalism as Korean medicine doctor, post-test result was higher than pretest result. Regarding an appropriate education point of time, there were various points in the entire period of curriculum. The appropriateness of teaching-learning method was positively evaluated. In terms of the content helpful for learning, learner-oriented activities was preferred over teacher-oriented lecturing. Conclusions : The communication skills learned in the class of theories of Korean medical famous physicians were effective. Communications skills should be taught constantly in the entire curriculum in order to raise students’ professionalism as Korean medicine doctor. In terms of education method, it is desirable to design a class based on students’ various activities, rather than lecturing. |
