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Hemiplegia is a disturbance of the central nervous
system in which one half of the body becomes weak. The
arm and leg of the affected side are unable to function
normally and the face on the same half of the body is
affected as well. This usually results due to a
Cerebrovascular accident (stroke), Brain embolism
(blockage of a small vessel in the brain), Trauma,
Thrombosis (clotting of blood within a vessel) and
Hemorrhage (excess bleeding). Chief clinical signs are
paralysis of both / side of face or upper / lower
extremities, with hypoesthesia (decreased sensations) or
anesthesia (no sensations), and incontinence (lack of
control) of stool and urine.
(a) History of Hypertension (high blood pressure).
(b) Cerebrovascular accident history.
(c) Paralysis of the side of the body affected with
the mouth deviated to one side, and an accompanying
difficulty in speech.
This
disorder is a result of a brain stroke, so long term
care is very important. TCM treatment is effective in
adjusting the body condition. Acupuncture and
Electroacupuncture intervention improves function in
80-95% of affected people. In clinical observations,
Acupressure is effective in promoting Qi in muscles and
joints, reducing the atrophy and relieving pain. Herbal
medication could improve the function of the digestion
and the nervous system functions.
This ailment,
according to TCM, has different syndromes. The treatment for
these syndromes using herbal medicine and acupuncture is shown
below.
Syndrome (a)
Yin of Kidney and Liver
low function
The
fundamental energy of the kidney and liver in
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is called "yin". When
yin becomes defected, clinically, the findings are:
discomposure, restlessness, insomnia, night sweats, a
dry mouth, and low muscle power. Diagnosis has also
showed that yin fluctuations cause a red tongue and a
weak and tender pulse.
To treat byHerbal
medicine Therapeutic principle: Herbal medicine can
restore Yin energy of the Kidney and liver,
and can stop the higher wind
of the Yang energy.
Prescription/Formula: Modified decoction for
dissipating Qi and blood stasis channel up to eyes.
Lycium Fruit, Curcuma Root, White Peony Root, Haematite
at 20g each; Chrysanthemum , Alisma, Red peony peel ,
Yuan Shen , Bamboo juice at each 15, Cornus at 10 g
each; crude dragon Bone, crude Oyster shell at 30g each.
Simple Prescription: Liu Wei Di Huang Wan twice a
day.
To treat by Acupuncture and
Moxibustion
Therapeutic principle: Acupuncture and
moxibustion regulate the Circulation of Qi and blood by
using points mainly from Heart meridian point Hand
Shao-Yin and the Urine Bladder meridian of Food Tai-Yang
and the Liver meridian of Food Jue-Yin and the Kidney
meridian point of Food Shao-Yin.
Prescription/Formula: Gan-Shu (IJB 18), Shen-Shu
(UB23), Shen-Men (H7), Yin-Xi (H6), Tai-Xi (K3),
Xing-Jian (Li2). Acupuncture 20-30 minutes or with
Moxibustion at each point 10-15 minutes.
According to TCM, when the Stomach and Spleen System get
weak, the result is lack of power in the whole body and
the patient prefers to lie down or sleep and avoids
outdoor activities. There may also be a lack of appetite
and watery stool. The tongue may be swollen and
yellowish, while the pulse is slow and smooth.
To treat by Herbal
medicine Therapeutic principle: Herbal medicine adjusts
the digestive system and removes
the sputum from the body.
Prescription/Formula: Modified decoction for
adjusting the digestive system. Ginseng, Tuckahoe,
Atractylodes white, Pinellia tuber , Citrus, Bamboo bud,
Immature Buffer Orange at each 15g; Liquorice, Arisaema
at each l0g.
Simple Prescription: Ginseng Jian Pi Wan one time
a bag, twice a bag.
To treat by Acupuncture and
Moxibustion
Therapeutic principle:
Regulating the Circulation of Qi in the digestive system
and removing the stasis of blood . This helps in
relieving sputum by using points mainly from Back side
Shu Points and Food Yang-Mm Stomach meridian point and
the and Food Tai-Yang Spleen meridian points and Du
Meridian.
Prescription/Formula: Pi-Shu (UB20), Zhong-Wan
(DU12), Zusanli (ST36), Yin-Ling-Quan (SP9) and
Sanyinjiao (SP6). 15-30 minutes Acupuncture and 5-10
minutes Moxibustion.
TCM states that when there is a basic defect in the Qi
and Blood in the body, the whole body becomes weak.
Clinically, the face becomes pale, eyes look very tired,
there is no energy to speak, the person becomes angry
quickly and is not able to sleep well or speak properly.
The tongue is light and the pulse is weak.
To treat by Herbal
medicine Therapeutic principle:
Using TCM theory to restore body energy and blood by
repairing the heart and the spleen.
Prescription/Formula: Modified decoction for
restore energy and blooding fundament. Angelica,
Chuanxiong rhizome, Perilla Seed, Earthworm, Carthamus,
Clematis, Cinnamon Twig, Achyranthes, Scutellaria at 30
g each; Red peony root at 15 g each.
Simple Prescription: Bu-Zhong-Yi-Qi Tang twice a
day.
To treat by Acupuncture and
Moxibustion
Therapeutic principle: Acupuncture and moxibustion
regulate the circulation of blood and qi to restore the
Heart and Spleen system functions. . This is done by
using points mainly from backside Shu and Ren meridian
point and the stomach meridian of Food Yang-Ming and the
Spleen meridian of Food Tai-Yin.
Prescription/Formula: Xin-Shu (UB 15), Ge-Shu (UB
17), Pi-Shu (UB20), Qi-Hai (Ren6), Zusanli (St36),
San-Yin-Jiao (Sp6). Acupuncture 10-20 minutes or with
Moxibustion at each point 10-20 minutes.
Generally speaking, Qigong is good for healing effect of
this specific ailment, however individual results may
vary. It improves the flow of the qi and the circulation
of the blood, so you'll experience more energy, but, you
won't see/ feel any immediate effects, as with many
exercises and therapies, it takes a few weeks or even
months of practice before you'll see any significant
improvements.
For the information of different types of Qigong ,just
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This information is for education purpose only. We
strongly advise you seek a licensed Qigong master to
learn the correct ways to conduct these exercises before
attempting them.
2. Tuina Massage: Use the TCM manual therapeutic
massage twice a week. 3. Acupressure Shiatus: Try to find the sensitive
points on both sides of the hemiplegia area and use
finger pressure.
(b) Medicated diet 1.
Astragalus Root pot-roast south snake: Astragalus
Root 50g and south snake 200g with Ginger 3 slice,
together pot-roast to 1 hour the to eat and drink. 2. Five finger hair peach stew pig𠏋 chine: Five
finger hair peach 50g and pig𠏋 chine 300g, put water
stew over 1 hour and make with salt to have some snack
for tea.
(c) Life style 1.
Diet: Avoid fatty foods and stop smoking and the
consumption of alcohol. 2. Note in Life: Avoid irritation to the mind and
try to stay in a good mood. 3. Life habit: Keep the body warm and don㦙 stay
in one position for a long time, try to take some rehab
exercise program.
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