scholarly journals Treating Postlaparoscopic Surgery Shoulder Pain with Acupuncture

2014 ◽  
Vol 2014 ◽  
pp. 1-7 ◽  
Author(s):  
Gur Kreindler ◽  
Samuel Attias ◽  
Anna Kreindler ◽  
Haim Hen ◽  
Bassel Haj ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Laparoscopic Surgery ◽  
Chinese Medicine ◽  
Side Effects ◽  
Traditional Chinese Medicine ◽  
Visual Analogue Scale ◽  
Shoulder Pain ◽  
Analogue Scale ◽  
Acupuncture Treatment ◽  
Common Side Effect ◽  
Analgesic Treatment

Objective.The purpose of this study was to examine the effect of acupuncture on postlaparoscopic shoulder pain (PLSP) which is a common side effect in patients undergoing abdominal laparoscopic surgery.Methods.Patients with moderate to severe PLSP in spite of analgesic treatment, which were referred by the medical staff to the Complementary-Integrative Surgery Service (CISS) at our institution, were provided with acupuncture treatment. The severity of PLSP and of general pain was assessed using a Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) from 0 to 10. Pain assessment was conducted prior to and two hours following acupuncture treatment. Acupuncture treatment was individualized based on traditional Chinese medicine diagnosis.Results.A total of 25 patients were evaluated during a 14-month period, from March 2011 to May 2012. A significant reduction in PLSP (mean reduction of6.4±2.3  P<0.0001) and general pain (mean reduction6.4±2.1  P<0.0001) were observed, and no significant side effects were reported.Conclusion.Individualized acupuncture treatments according to traditional Chinese medicine principles may improve postlaparoscopic shoulder pain and general pain when used in conjunction with conventional therapy. The primary findings of this study warrant verification in controlled studies.

Gag Reflex Control through Acupuncture: A Case Series

2014 ◽  
Vol 32 (1) ◽  
pp. 24-27 ◽  
Author(s):  
Giuseppa Bilello ◽  
Antonella Fregapane
Keyword(s):  
Chinese Medicine ◽  
Traditional Chinese Medicine ◽  
Visual Analogue Scale ◽  
Analogue Scale ◽  
Case Series ◽  
Inclusion Criteria ◽  
History Of ◽  
Gag Reflex ◽  
Reflex Control ◽  
Dental Appointments

Background Many patients avoid dental appointments because of severe gagging when they have work performed, such as taking impressions. There are several methods known to alleviate gagging, and some studies have suggested that acupuncture may be effective in reducing gag reflex. The aim of the present study therefore was to evaluate whether acupuncture can produce a reduction of the gag reflex. Methods A total of 20 patients, aged between 19 and 80 years, with history of gag reflex on taking dental impressions, were recruited. All patients fulfilling the inclusion criteria had an upper and lower dental alginate impression taken without acupuncture, and a second upper and lower alginate impression taken immediately after acupuncture based on traditional Chinese medicine. After each impression, the patients recorded their emetic sensation using a visual analogue scale (VAS). Results The results showed a significant (p<0.05) reduction in the gag reflex scores after acupuncture. For upper impressions, they fell from 6.8 (1.1) to 1.1 (1.1); and for lower impressions, from 5.45 (1.0) to 0.4 (0.7) (mean (SD)). Conclusions The findings from our study suggest that acupuncture may be useful for preventing and treating gag reflex, and justifies further study.

scholarly journals Lecture of the specialization cycle on reflexology " The INN-YN theory as the basis for the diagnosis and treatment of diseases "

2017 ◽  
pp. 30-35
Author(s):  
G. Chupryna ◽  
T. Parnikoza ◽  
N. Svyrydova
Keyword(s):  
Chinese Medicine ◽  
Side Effects ◽  
Traditional Chinese Medicine ◽  
Acupuncture Treatment ◽  
Diagnosis And Treatment ◽  
Basic Principles ◽  
Lecture Material

Improvement of the direction in the "Specialization on reflexology" lecture material on the topic "INN-YN as the basis for diagnosis and treatment of diseases" would help solve at least two problems: reducing the pharmacological burden on the patient and minimizing possible complications and side effects pharmacotherapy INN-YN theory is the basis for the establishment of differentiated acupuncture diagnosis-primarily, regulates the differentiation of diseases in accordance with the eight basic principles of diagnosis. According to the concepts of traditional Chinese medicine (TKM), INN-YN interaction should be at the basis of any qualitative acupuncture treatment.

scholarly journals Current Situation of TCM Treatment of Schizophrenia

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (4) ◽  
pp. 78
Author(s):  
Chen Lin
Keyword(s):  
Chinese Medicine ◽  
Side Effects ◽  
Traditional Chinese Medicine ◽  
Acupuncture Treatment ◽  
Current Situation ◽  
Clinical Disease ◽  
Traditional Chinese Medicine Treatment ◽  
Chinese Medicine Treatment ◽  
Small Side

<p><span lang="EN-US">Schizophrenia is a common clinical disease in the department of psychiatry. Traditional Chinese medicine treatment of schizophrenia has a long history, rich experience, small side effects, to a certain extent can alleviate the condition of patients with schizophrenia. This article reviews the current situation of TCM treatment of schizophrenia in recent years from three aspects: TCM treatment, acupuncture treatment and catgut embedding treatment.</span></p>

scholarly journals Effects of Dăoyĭn Qìgōng in postpolio syndrome patients with cold intolerance

2012 ◽  
Vol 70 (9) ◽  
pp. 680-685 ◽  
Author(s):  
Paulo Eduardo Ramos ◽  
Gislaine Cristina Abe ◽  
Márcia Pradella-Hallinan ◽  
Abrahão Augusto Juviniano Quadros ◽  
Beny Schmidt ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Chinese Medicine ◽  
Traditional Chinese Medicine ◽  
Visual Analogue Scale ◽  
Analogue Scale ◽  
Sitting Position ◽  
Cold Intolerance ◽  
Postpolio Syndrome ◽  
Progressive Muscle Weakness ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Before And After

Postpolio syndrome (PPS) is characterized by progressive muscle weakness due to former infection with poliomyelitis and can be associated with other symptoms such as cold intolerance (CI). Dăoyĭn Qìgōng (DQ) is a technique in Traditional Chinese Medicine that impacts the circulation of energy and blood. OBJECTIVE: It was to verify the effects of DQ in PPS patients complaining of cold intolerance. METHODS: Ten PPS patients were assessed using the visual analogue scale (VAS) adapted for CI before and after intervention with DQ; patients practiced it in a sitting position for 40 minutes, 3 times per week over 3 consecutive months. Patients were reassessed three months after ceasing DQ. RESULTS: There was a statistically significant difference in local and systemic VAS-Cold both at the end of DQ training and three months past the end of this. CONCLUSION: The DQ technique ameliorated CI complaints in patients with PPS.

scholarly journals Acupuncture Treatment of Dysmenorrhea Resistant to Conventional Medical Treatment

2008 ◽  
Vol 5 (2) ◽  
pp. 227-230 ◽  
Author(s):  
V. Iorno ◽  
R. Burani ◽  
B. Bianchini ◽  
E. Minelli ◽  
F. Martinelli ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Visual Analogue Scale ◽  
Analogue Scale ◽  
Acupuncture Treatment ◽  
Substantial Reduction ◽  
End Of Treatment ◽  
Conventional Medical Treatment ◽  
Pain Duration ◽  
Average Pain ◽  
Reduction Of Pain ◽  
Secondary Dysmenorrhea

We evaluated the effect of acupuncture on NSAID resistant dysmenorrhea related pain [measured according to Visual Analogue Scale (VAS)] in 15 consecutive patients. Pain was measured at baseline (T1), mid treatment (T2), end of treatment (T3) and 3 (T4) and 6 months (T5) after the end of treatment. Substantial reduction of pain and NSAID assumption was observed in 13 of 15 patients (87%). Pain intensity was significantly reduced with respect to baseline (average VAS = 8.5), by 64, 72, 60 or 53% at T2, T3, T4 or T5. Greater reduction of pain was observed for primary as compared with secondary dysmenorrhea. Average pain duration at baseline (2.6 days) was significantly reduced by 62, 69, 54 or 54% at T2, T3, T4 or T5. Average NSAID use was significantly reduced by 63, 74, 58 or 58% at T2, T3, T4 or T5, respectively, and ceased totally in 7 patients, still asymptomatic 6 months after treatment. Our findings suggest that acupuncture may be indicated to treat dysmenorrhea related pain, in particular in those subjects in whom NSAID or oral contraceptives are contraindicated or refused.

scholarly journals Diabetes Mellitus, Cognitive Impairment, and Traditional Chinese Medicine

2015 ◽  
Vol 2015 ◽  
pp. 1-14 ◽  
Author(s):  
S. W. Seto ◽  
G. Y. Yang ◽  
H. Kiat ◽  
A. Bensoussan ◽  
Y. W. Kwan ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Diabetes Mellitus ◽  
Chinese Medicine ◽  
Side Effects ◽  
Traditional Chinese Medicine ◽  
Cognitive Dysfunction ◽  
Scientific Evidence ◽  
Cerebrovascular Disorders ◽  
Blood Glucose Control ◽  
Epidemiological Studies ◽  
Therapeutic Benefits

Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a metabolic disorder affecting a large number of people worldwide. Numerous studies have demonstrated that DM can cause damage to multiple systems, leading to complications such as heart disease, cancer, and cerebrovascular disorders. Numerous epidemiological studies have shown that DM is closely associated with dementia and cognition dysfunction, with recent research focusing on the role of DM-mediated cerebrovascular damage in dementia. Despite the therapeutic benefits of antidiabetic agents for the treatment of DM-mediated cognitive dysfunction, most of these pharmaceutical agents are associated with various undesirable side-effects and their long-term benefits are therefore in doubt. Early evidence exists to support the use of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) interventions, which tend to have minimal toxicity and side-effects. More importantly, these TCM interventions appear to offer significant effects in reducing DM-related complications beyond blood glucose control. However, more research is needed to further validate these claims and to explore their relevant mechanisms of action. The aims of this paper are (1) to provide an updated overview on the association between DM and cognitive dysfunction and (2) to review the scientific evidence underpinning the use of TCM interventions for the treatment and prevention of DM-induced cognitive dysfunction and dementia.

Abstract WP314: Frequency and Characteristics of Hemiplegic Shoulder Pain - A Population-Based Assessment

Stroke ◽  
2013 ◽  
Vol 44 (suppl_1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Zoe A Allen ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Visual Analogue Scale ◽  
Shoulder Pain ◽  
Analogue Scale ◽  
External Rotation ◽  
South Australia ◽  
Population Based ◽  
Active Movement ◽  
Range Of Movement ◽  
Stroke Incidence ◽  
Post Stroke

Background: Shoulder pain is common complication of stroke with multiple aetiological mechanisms but there are few population-based studies of the clinical profile, frequency and impact of the disorder. Objectives: To determine the frequency and characteristics of hemiplegic shoulder pain in the first year after stroke. Methods: Data on any shoulder pain were obtained in patients registered in a population-based stroke incidence study undertaken in a defined area of the western suburbs of Adelaide, South Australia, over a 12-month period to July 2010. Subjective (any, onset, severity [visual analogue scale] and aggravating factors) and three objective (modified Neer test, passive hand-behind-neck, and passive external rotation) measures of pain were undertaken at baseline, and 4 and 12 months post-stroke. Results: Among 301 stroke patients, shoulder pain data were available for 198 (66%), as 62 had died prior to the 4 month assessment and 41 either refused or were unavailable for assessment. Information on shoulder pain was available from 198 stroke survivors at baseline, 156 at 4 months and 148 at 12 months. Overall, 10% reported shoulder pain at baseline, whilst 21% reported pain at both follow-up assessments, so that overall approximately one third (27%) of patients reported some shoulder pain during 12 months post-stroke. The median pain score (visual analogue scale = 40) was highest at 4 months, and the characteristics varied from mild and prominent at rest (including night) in the early weeks, to being more associated with limited range of movement and aggravated by active movement towards 12 months, suggesting increasing musculoskeletal contributions to pain over time. Objective passive range of motion tests were associated with higher frequencies of pain than were elicited by self-reports. Conclusions: The frequency of post-stroke shoulder pain was similar to other population-based studies, suggesting limited progress in prevention and management of this complication. As the disorder is most common and severe after hospital-discharge, targeted protocols may facilitate identification and management.

Targeting vitamin E TPGS–cantharidin conjugate nanoparticles for colorectal cancer therapy

RSC Advances ◽  
2015 ◽  
Vol 5 (66) ◽  
pp. 53846-53856 ◽  
Author(s):  
Shihou Sheng ◽  
Tao Zhang ◽  
Shijie Li ◽  
Jun Wei ◽  
Guangjun Xu ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Colorectal Cancer ◽  
Drug Delivery ◽  
Vitamin E ◽  
Chinese Medicine ◽  
Side Effects ◽  
Cancer Therapy ◽  
Traditional Chinese Medicine ◽  
Drug Efficacy ◽  
Vitamin E Tpgs ◽  
Colorectal Cancer Cells

A traditional Chinese medicine cantharidin which was previously found to be effective on colorectal cancer cells was translated into nanoparticles for drug delivery to reduce its side effects and enhance its drug efficacy.

Traditional Medicinal Systems

2020 ◽  
pp. 1-24
Author(s):  
Aashaq Hussain Bhat ◽  
Shahla Nigar
Keyword(s):  
Chinese Medicine ◽  
Side Effects ◽  
Herbal Medicine ◽  
Traditional Chinese Medicine ◽  
Medicinal Plants ◽  
Secondary Metabolites ◽  
Modern Science ◽  
Blood Purification ◽  
Traditional Use ◽  
Korean Medicine

Medicinal plants are a great source of medicine for treating various human ailments. Traditional use of herbal medicine, which was developed within an ethnic group before the development and spread of modern science, is the very basis and an integral part of various cultures. Different medicinal systems throughout the globe are still operational and use natural herbs for treating diseases. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Ayurveda, Kampo, Traditional Korean Medicine (TKM), and Unani are some commonly found traditional medicinal systems in use today. They are used directly, or their secondary metabolites are used as anti-bacterial, antifungal, immunomodulators, anti-hair fall, and multiple other purposes. However, their blood purification properties prevent blood from toxicity. Hundreds of medicinal plants are used in Ayurveda for blood purification, particularly plants which are astringent or bitter (pungent or sharp tastes). In addition, medicinal herbs do not have side effects.

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