Acupuncture combined tuina for oculomotor paralysis

Huang, Yan; Miao, Zuoxiong; Lai, Chunbai; Zeng, Fanhua; Guo, Qin; Zhang, Tonghai; Li, Mingheng; Xu, Zhenhua

doi:10.1097/md.0000000000028456

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“…AT is an essential component of TCM and has been used for thousands of years in China to treat various conditions, including CP. [19][20][21] The effectiveness of AT treatments in treating CP has been extensively studied, with many studies showing promising results. 13,22,23 One of the advantages of AT treatments is their simplicity and low cost compared to other therapies, making them particularly beneficial in LMICs, where access to expensive medical treatments may be limited.…”

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Acupuncture and Tuina Treatment for Gross Motor Function in Children with Spastic Cerebral Palsy: A Monocentric Clinical Study

Wang,

Teh,

et al. 2023

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Objective Cerebral palsy (CP) is a condition characterized by abnormal pronunciation, posture, and movement, particularly spastic CP, which involves Gross motor dysfunction due to increased muscle tone and stiffness. This monocentric clinical study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of acupuncture and tuina (AT) in improving gross motor function and alleviating associated symptoms in children diagnosed with spastic CP. Methods A total of 83 eligible patients received AT treatment, while 85 patients received conventional rehabilitation treatment. Both groups underwent a 12-week treatment period following the research protocol. Pre- and post-treatment assessments included the Modified Ashworth Muscle Tension Scale (MAS), Gross Motor Function Measure (GMFM-D and GMFM-E), 6-min walking distance measurement (6MWD), and Modified Children’s Functional Independence Rating Scale (WeeFIM). Results After 12 weeks of treatment, when compared with baseline, the scores of MAS in both AT group and control group are decreased ( p <0.01, p <0.01), the scores of GMFM-D, GMFME, 6MWD, WeeFIM in both group are increased ( p <0.01 in all indicators). When compared with control group, AT group had significantly lower MAS scores compared to the control group ( p <0.01), indicating reduced muscle tension. Moreover, AT group showed significantly higher scores in GMFM-D, GMFM-E, 6MWD, and WeeFIM compared to the control group ( p <0.01 in all indicators), indicating improved gross motor function and functional independence. The study also revealed an inverse correlation between the children’s age and treatment efficacy (r= −0.496, p <0.01 in AT group, r=−0.540, p <0.01 in control group), highlighting the importance of early intervention in the management of CP in children. Conclusion These findings suggest that AT may effectively enhance gross motor function and alleviate associated symptoms in children diagnosed with spastic CP. Moreover, early initiation of treatment is crucial to maximize therapeutic efficacy in children with spastic CP. Trial Registration Chinese Clinical Trial Registry, ChiCTR2200059823. Registered on 12 May 2022.

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