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[Horizontal penetration needling method for headache]
Qi Lin1, Wen-Zhu Zhou1, Yue Wang1
1Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing 210029, Jiangsu Province, China.
Zhongguo Zhen Jiu = Chinese Acupuncture & Moxibustion
|March 31, 2021
Summary
Professor Fan Gang-qi
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine
Background:
- Headache is a common neurological disorder.
- Migraine, cervicogenic headache, and tension-type headache are prevalent forms.
- Effective and repeatable treatment methods are crucial.
Purpose of the Study:
- To introduce Professor Fan Gang-qi's horizontal penetration needling method for headache.
- To detail the manipulation techniques and key points of this acupuncture approach.
Main Methods:
- Local acupoints on the head are selected (occipital, temporal, frontal, vertex groups).
- Needles are inserted shallowly and horizontally, directed towards the headache focus.
- Long needle retention time (6 hours) is employed.
Main Results:
- The method demonstrates standard manipulation with enhanced repeatability.
- This technique is frequently applied for treating migraine, cervicogenic headache, and tension-type headache.
Conclusions:
- Professor Fan Gang-qi's horizontal penetration needling method offers a standardized and repeatable approach for headache management.
- The technique's efficacy in treating common headache types warrants further clinical investigation.
