Effect of Acupuncture on Fuctional Reconstruction of the Wrist Following Cerebral Apoplexy
Item
Title
Effect of Acupuncture on Fuctional Reconstruction of the Wrist Following Cerebral Apoplexy
Author(s)
Journal Publication
Date
2010
volume
8(6)
pages
364-367
Research Type
RCT
Keywords
Abstract
Objective: To observe the effect of needling different points on fuctional reconstruction of wrist following cerebral apoplexy. Methods: Forty apoplexy cases were randomly allocated into four groups, 10 in each. Cases in group A were treated by needling the extensor muscle motor points. Cases in group B were treated by needling alternating extensor-flexor muscle motor points. Cases in group C were treated by needling Jianyu (LI 15), Binao (LI 14), Shousanli (LI 10), Waiguan (TE 5). Cases in group D were treated by needling Jianyu (LI 15), Binao (LI 14), Shousanli (LI 10), Waiguan (TE 5), Chize (LU 5) and Neiguan (PC 6). The motor functions of affected upper limbs were evaluated on the surface electromyography (SEMG), Fugl-Meyer function scale and Barthel ADL (Activities of Daily Living) indexes. Results: Needling alternating extensor-flexor muscle motor points can significantly increase the peak value (MAX) of the uppper limb SEMG, integrated electromyogram (IEMG), Fugl-Meyer motor function value and Barthel ADL indexes. Conclusion: Needling different points may produce different effects on wrist fuction following cerebral apoplexy. Needling alternating extensor-flexor muscle motor points can obtain an exact treatment effect.
has health condition studied
Stroke
plan
>1/WK
has study population number
40
has duration
3 Weeks