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[Acupoint selection rules of acupuncture and moxibustion for post-stroke epilepsy based on data mining technology]
Zhi-Jie Xu1, Lin-Na Wu1, Fan Xu1
1First Teaching Hospital of Tianjin University of TCM, Tianjin 300381, China; National Clinical Research Center for Chinese Medicine Acupuncture and Moxibustion, Tianjin 300381.
Zhongguo Zhen Jiu = Chinese Acupuncture & Moxibustion
|June 14, 2023
Summary
Data mining reveals key acupoint selection rules for post-stroke epilepsy treatment using acupuncture and moxibustion. The core prescription involves Baihui (GV 20), Fenglong (ST 40), and Neiguan (PC 6) for improved clinical efficacy.
Area of Science:
- Traditional Chinese Medicine
- Neurology
- Data Science
Context:
- Post-stroke epilepsy (PSE) is a significant complication of stroke.
- Acupuncture and moxibustion are widely used traditional therapies for PSE.
- Understanding acupoint selection patterns is crucial for optimizing treatment efficacy.
Purpose:
- To analyze acupoint selection rules in acupuncture and moxibustion for PSE using data mining.
- To identify frequently used acupoints, meridians, and acupoint combinations.
- To uncover underlying patterns and principles guiding therapeutic strategies.
Summary:
- A comprehensive literature review and data mining analysis of 39 articles identified 56 acupoints used in 63 prescriptions for PSE.
- The most frequent acupoints were Baihui (GV 20), Fenglong (ST 40), and Neiguan (PC 6), primarily utilizing the Governor Vessel and Yangming meridians.
- Association rule analysis highlighted the core prescription of Shuigou (GV 26)-Neiguan (PC 6)-Hegu (LI 4)-Baihui (GV 20), emphasizing the combination of distant and near acupoints.
Impact:
- Provides evidence-based insights into effective acupoint combinations for PSE.
- Informs clinical practice and future research on acupuncture and moxibustion for stroke rehabilitation.
- Highlights the importance of Yang meridians and acupoints that enrich Qi and blood in PSE management.
