Supplementary Material for: Efficacy of Acupuncture Therapy in a Patient with Long-Standing Alopecia Areata: Case Report

This case report highlights the successful treatment of a 61-year-old male with long-standing alopecia areata using acupuncture therapy. The patient, who had experienced patchy hair loss for over six years, underwent a comprehensive acupuncture protocol involving plum-blossom needle tapping, circumferential needling, and systemic body acupuncture, administered three times weekly. Significant improvement was noted within two months, and complete resolution was achieved after nine months (55 sessions). The study suggests acupuncture as a potential non-pharmacological treatment for alopecia areata, though further controlled studies with biomarker analysis are needed to understand the therapeutic mechanisms.