Acupuncture for erysipelas of lower limbs: A case report

Following acupuncture treatment, the patient's pain and local redness disappeared, suggesting that acupuncture may be effective in treating erysipelas of the lower limbs. However, owing to the limitations of this single, uncontrolled case study, definitive conclusions cannot be drawn. Further research into the use of acupuncture for treating lower limb erysipelas is warranted in the future. In addition, it is recommended that the patient continue standard treatment for tinea pedis to prevent the recurrence of lower limb erysipelas.