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Trisomy-18, Supportive Care with Neural-Acupuncture: A Case Report
Integrative Medicine (Encinitas, Calif.)
|June 19, 2020
Summary
Neuro-acupuncture offers supportive care for Trisomy-18 (T-18), a genetic disorder. This treatment improved a young patient's sleep, feeding, and mobility, with sustained effects for over a year.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Genetics
- Integrative Medicine
Background:
- Trisomy-18 (T-18) is a severe genetic disorder characterized by multiple congenital anomalies, developmental delays, and a shortened lifespan.
- Patients with T-18 often experience significant medical complications, including feeding difficulties, motor impairments, and sleep disturbances.
Observation:
- A 27-month-old female patient diagnosed with Trisomy-18 presented with severe challenges including inability to eat or swallow, lack of mobility, and sleep difficulties.
- The patient received four consecutive neuro-acupuncture (scalp acupuncture) treatments.
Findings:
- Immediate and dramatic improvements were observed post-treatment, including enhanced sleep quality, cessation of vomiting, and the initiation of eating.
- The patient demonstrated improved ability to stand and subsequently move, with these positive effects sustained for over one year.
Implications:
- Neuro-acupuncture may serve as a viable supportive therapy for managing complex symptoms associated with Trisomy-18.
- These findings suggest potential benefits of integrative approaches in improving the quality of life for individuals with severe genetic conditions.
