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Individualized scalp acupuncture significantly improved motor function and daily living abilities in stroke patients compared to conventional methods. This approach offers a promising treatment for post-stroke recovery and enhancing self-care skills.

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  • Neurology
  • Rehabilitation Medicine
  • Traditional Chinese Medicine

Background:

  • Stroke often results in significant motor dysfunction and impaired daily living activities.
  • Scalp acupuncture is a therapeutic technique used to address neurological deficits.
  • Individualized treatment protocols may enhance therapeutic efficacy in stroke rehabilitation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess the effectiveness of individualized scalp acupuncture (ISA) based on brain function localization for motor dysfunction in stroke patients.
  • To compare ISA with conventional scalp acupuncture (CSA) and standard rehabilitation.

Main Methods:

  • 180 stroke patients were randomized into three groups: ISA, CSA, and rehabilitation.
  • ISA involved targeted stimulation of specific scalp areas corresponding to brain functions (e.g., motor, sensory, cognitive).
  • Fugl-Meyer assessment (FMA) and modified Barthel Index (MBI) were used to evaluate motor function and daily living abilities over 4 weeks of treatment and an 8-week follow-up.

Main Results:

  • All groups showed significant improvements in FMA and MBI scores post-treatment and at follow-up (P<0.01).
  • The ISA group demonstrated superior outcomes compared to both CSA and rehabilitation groups (P<0.05, P<0.01).
  • The CSA group also showed better results than the rehabilitation group (P<0.05).

Conclusions:

  • Individualized scalp acupuncture is an effective treatment for improving motor dysfunction in stroke patients.
  • ISA enhances self-care abilities in daily life for individuals recovering from stroke.
  • This approach offers a targeted and potentially more effective rehabilitation strategy.