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| The Combined Use of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicines for Treatment of Menopausal Syndrome – A Clinical Report of 63 Cases / by Tian Hua Zhang & Zhang Chunyan; J. of Traditional Chinese Medicine; 28 (1), p 3 ~ 4, 2008
Objective: To evaluate therapeutic effects of the combined used of acupuncture and Chinese medicine in 63 cases of menopausal syndrome. Methods: Ninety-three cases of menopausal syndrome were randomly divided into 2 groups. Sixty-three cases of the treatment group were treated by the combined uses of acupuncture and Chinese medicines. Thirty cases in the control group were only given Western medicines. Results: The total effective rate was 96.83% in the treatment group, and 73.33% in the control group. Conclusions: The combined used of acupuncture and Chinese medicine is more effective for treating menopausal syndrome.
Objective: To compare the therapeutic effect of acupuncture for gastrointestinal neurosis with that of oral remedy. Methods: Eighty cases were randomly divided into the following 2 groups. In the treatment group, acupuncture was given for one month at the main points of Zhongwan (CV12), Zusanli (ST 36), Taichong (LR 3) and Senmen (HT 7), with the auxiliary points selected according to TCM differentiation. In the control group, Domperidone was orally administered for one month. Results: The total effective rated was 92.5% in the treatment group and 75.0% in the control group, with a significant difference between the 2 groups (X2 =4.423, P<0.05). Acupuncture was superior to the oral remedy in therapeutic effects. Conclusions: Acupuncture may show better results for gastrointestinal neurosis and with less toxic side effects.
Clinical Observation on the Effect of Earlobe-Bleeding plus body Acupuncture in 85 Cases of Common Acne / by Liu Zhaohui; J. of Traditional Chinese Medicine; 28 (1), p 18 ~ 20, 2008
Objective: To observe the clinical effect of earlobe-bleeding plus body acupuncture for common acne. Methods: The earlobe-bleeding plus local and body acupuncture based on syndrome differentiation was adopted for 85 cases of common acne. Results: Of the 85 cases treated, 61 were cured, 12 markedly effective, 9 improved, and 3 failed. The total effective rate was 96.47%. Conclusions: The therapy can treat both the Biao-symptom and Ben-root of common acne, short in course and effective in result.
External Application of Herbal Medicine to Acupoints / by Yang Jiguo & Xu Hong; J. of Traditional Chinese Medicine; 28 (1), p 21 ~ 23, 2008.
Application of herbal medicine to acupoints is to regulate the meridians, yin-yang, and qi and blood for preventing and treating diseases through the pharmacological action of herbal medicines and with their stimulation to the acupoints. This article explains how to apply herbal medicines and gave the examples for the treatment of hypertension, asthma, chronic bronchitis and allergic rhinitis. Application of herbal medicines to acupoints if one of the important components of TCM, which shows satisfactory effects in treatment of some chronic diseases.
Further Discussion on the Three methods for the Stage-Treatment of Parkinson’s Disease / by Zhao Guohua; J. of Traditional Chinese Medicine; 28 (1), p 39 ~ 43, 2008.
Based on the long-term clinical practice and scientific researches on the three methods for the stage-treatment of Parkinson’s disease put forward by the author in the early years, this essay further discusses the division of the three stages of Parkinson’s disease. Early stage: Appearance of the early symptoms and signs of Parkinson’s disease, but short in duration and mild in severity, which do not affect the social communications, daily life and work of the patient; those who have their modified Hoehn & Yahr grading is 1.0-1.5. Mid stage: With the symptoms and signs of Parkinson’s disease getting worse and affecting the social communications, daily life and work of the patient, those who have their modified Hoehn & Yahr grading 2-3 need medical treatment. Late stage: The patients have severe clinical symptoms of Parkinson’s disease, and Levodopa preparation is insufficient for them to maintain their daily life; and their modified Hoehn & Yahr grading is 4-5. The three treating methods are: TCM medical treatment adopted at the early stage; the combined treatment of Chinese and western medicine at the mid stage; and comprehensive treatment with multi- therapies at the late stage.
Proving the Hypothesis of “Acupoint Specific-Cerebral Relationship” by Pattern Recognition/ by Xiaoming Liao, et al; International J. of Clinical Acupuncture; 17 (1), p 5 ~ 9, 2008.
The “Acupoint Specific-Cerebral Relationship” is a hypothesis proposed by Prof. Xin-sheng Lai. He hypothesizes that acupoint-specific acupuncture has a therapeutic effect only through the adjustment and integration of the brain. Thus, the brain is the key to distinguish a true acupoint from a sham point. Hre the hypothesis is going to be proven by Pattern Recognition, a type of technique that uses a computer or other electronic equipment to recognize information, in the form of an image, figure or language. It has been applied successfully in many fields.
A Comparative Study on Treating Lumbar Intervertebral Disc Herniation with Electro-acupuncture to the Jiaji (EX-B2) Points and Routine Acupuncture / by Shengxu Wang, et al; International J. of Clinical Acupuncture; 17 (1), p 17 ~ 21, 2008.
Thirty one cases of lumbar Intervertebral disc Herniation were treated by electro-acupuncture at the Jiaji (EX-B2) points and the analgesic effect (assessed by Short Form of McGill Pain Questionnaire) and clinical curative effect after the treatment were compared to routine acupuncture treatment in the control group. The results showed that the number of word selection, the feeling score of the pain rating index, the total score and the present pain intensity of the Short Form of McGill Pain Questionnaire of the treatment group were significantly different from those of the control group (P < 0.01). However, there was no statistical difference in the total effective rate between the two groups. The results showed that, electro-acupuncture to the Jiaji (EX- B2) points had a better analgesic effect, although it had a similar curative effect, to treat lumbar Intervertebral disc Herniation than routine acupuncture.
Treatment of 68 Newborns with Brachial Plexus Paralysis with Shallow Puncture and Multiple Points / by Shengxu Wang, et al; International J. of Clinical Acupuncture; 17 (1), p 27 ~ 29, 2008.
Purpose: To observe the therapeutic effect of acupuncture treatment on brachial plexus paralysis in newborns. Method: 68 newborns with brachial plexus paralysis were randomly divided into an acupuncture treatment group and a drug medication group, and their therapeutic effects were compared. Results: The cured rate and the total effective rate in the acupuncture group were both significantly higher than those in the medication group (P < 0.01). Conclusion: Acupuncture treatment is an effective method for brachial plexus paralysis in newborns.
Infrared Radiation Spectrum of Acupuncture Point on Patients with Coronary Heart Disease / by Xueyong Shen, et al; The American J. of Chinese Medicine; Vol. 36 (2), p 211 ~ 218, 2008.
The objective of this study was to compare the acupoint infrared radiation spectrums of patients and healthy volunteers to show whether those of coronary heart disease (CHD) patients carry distinctive pathological information. PHE201, using a highly sensitive infrared spectrum detection device applied to the acupoint Neiguan (PC6) and to a control point on 50 CHD patients and 47 healthy adults. A total of 73 wavelength spots were detected. The scanned wavelengths ranged from 1.5 µm to 16 µm, and the scanning spacing was 0.2 µm. The data were automatically recorded in the database of the device for statistical analysis. Infrared radiation intensities of 23 in the 73 detected wavelength spots significantly differed in the CHD patients' Neiguan as compared to those of the healthy subjects (from p = 0.048 to p = 0.002), while only 12 wavelength spots at a non- acupuncture control point showed significant differences. By the ?2 test, these differences between Neiguan and the non-acupuncture control point are statistically significant (p = 0.033). At 2-2.5 µm, which is related to energy metabolism, the intensity at the CHD patients' Neiguan was significantly lower than that of the healthy adults (from p = 0.026 to p = 0.017). No difference was observed at the non-acupuncture control point (from p = 0.094 to p = 0.052). The data suggest that the changes of infrared spectrum at Neiguan in coronary heart disease patients may reflect the distinct pathological changes. This may be the result of hypoactive energy metabolism in the area of the acupoint.
Effects of Tai Chi on Gait Kinematics, Physical Function, and Pain in Elderly with Knee Osteoarthritis – A Pilot Study / by Chwan-Li Shen, et al; The American J. of Chinese Medicine; Vol. 36 (2), p 219 ~ 232, 2008.
Our previous study has demonstrated that 6 weeks of Tai Chi exercise significantly improves knee pain and stiffness in elderly with knee osteoarthritis. This study also examine the effects of Tai Chi exercise on gait kinematics, physical function, pain, and pain self-efficacy in elderly with knee osteoarthritis. In this prospective, pretest-posttest clinical trial, 40 men and women (64.4 ± 8.3 years) diagnosed with knee osteoarthritis participated in 6 weeks of instructed Tai Chi training, 1 hour/session, 2 sessions/week. The following measures were taken at baseline and the conclusion of the intervention: (a) gait kinematics including stride length, stride frequency, and gait speed quantified using video analysis, (b) physical function, (c) knee pain, and (d) pain self-efficacy. Data were analyzed using repeated MANCOVA, MANOVA, ANOVA and Wilcoxon tests. After 6 weeks of Tai Chi exercise, stride length (p = 0.023; 1.17 ± 0.17 vs. 1.20 ± 0.14 m), stride frequency (p = 0.014; 0.91 ± 0.08 vs. 0.93 ± 0.08 strides/s), and consequently gait speed (p < 0.025; 1.06 ± 0.19 vs. 1.12 ± 0.15 m/s) increased in the participants. Physical function was significantly improved (p < 0.001) and knee pain was significantly decreased (p = 0.002), while no change was observed in pain self-efficacy. In conclusion, these findings support that Tai Chi is beneficial for gait kinematics in elderly with knee osteoarthritis, and a longer term application is needed to substantiate the effect of Tai Chi as an alternative exercise in management of knee osteoarthritis.
Treatment of Menopausal Symptoms with Er-xian Decoction: A Systematic Review / by H. Y. Chen, et al; The American J. of Chinese Medicine; Vol. 36 (2), p 233 ~ 244, 2008.
The purpose of this systemic review is to assess the efficacy of Er-xian decoction (EXD), a formula of Chinese medicine, in relieving menopausal symptoms. Seven databases were extensively retrieved. The Chinese electronic databases include VIP Information, CBMdisc, and CNKI. The English electronic databases include AMED, CINAHL, Cochrane Library, and MEDLINE. Randomized controlled trials using EXD as a main intervention were included in the study selection. The quality of studies was assessed by Jadad scale and the criteria referred in Cochrane reviewers' handbook. Two independent reviewers were responsible for data extraction and assessment. Discrepancies were rectified referring to the original articles. The efficacy of EXD treatment for menopausal symptoms was evaluated by meta-analysis. There were 154 articles retrieved according to the search strategy, 677 participants involved in the 5 studies that satisfied the selection criteria. Meta-analysis indicated that administration of EXD significantly relieved at least one menopausal symptom when compared to the control group at a 95% confidence interval (p < 0.01). The curing effect of EXD with all symptoms relieved was significant as compared with the control groups (p < 0.01). The results also indicated that the efficacy of EXD was better than the other non-menopausal hormone therapy (p < 0.01), while there was no significant difference between the EXD and menopausal hormone therapy groups. The EXD is effective in treating menopausal symptoms. However, owing to the low quality of the investigated studies, more randomized controlled trials are needed before evidence-based recommendation regarding the effectiveness of EXD in the management of menopausal symptoms can be provided.
Horary Acupuncture: Using the Law of Countering Fluxes to Create Simple Point Prescriptions for Complex Illnesses / by Holmes Keikobad; Medical Acupuncture; Vol. 20 (2), p 93 ~ 95, 2008.
Qi flows in a closed circuit in tandem with the diurnal cycle, opening a window of 2 hours each for the 12 channels in which its Qi will run resplendent. In an illness of a particular channel, its Qi will run Deficient, with a reflected fullness in the one opposite it. Needles placed in strategic points in both channels will bring resolution to the most complex illnesses following a law of homeostasis.
Auricular Acupuncture Microsystem Approach to Attention- Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder / by Nader Soliman; Medical Acupuncture; Vol. 20 (2), p 103 ~ 108, 2008.
Attention-deficit disorder (ADD) and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are among the most common psychiatric disorders in both children and adolescents. It is estimated that ADD/ADHD patients constitute about 50% of the child psychiatry population. Untreated, these conditions will be symptomatic throughout childhood, adolescence, and through adult life. The Three-Phase auricular acupuncture microsystem has been established as an alternative treatment approach for these conditions. Clinically, treating the somatotopic projections of the various brain structures involved in the development of these disorders appears to offer a lasting improvement.
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