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IBS-VAS total score before and after the treatment sessions.
| Group | n | Before treatment (mean ± SD) | After treatment (mean ± SD) | Differentials |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EA | 38 | 253.66 ± 46.02 | 363.61 ± 75.71▲ | 109.95 |
| Mox | 40 | 250.17 ± 41.19 | 362.00 ± 65.14▲ | 111.83 |
▲ P < 0.01 versus before the treatment. Visual Analogue Scale for Irritable Bowel Syndrome; EA: electroacupuncture; Mox: moxibustion; and SD: standard deviation.
