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Acupoints for Headache with Blood Stasis Syndrome: a Literature Study Based on Data Mining Technology
Jin-Yu Shi1, Ting-Ting Li1,2, Hui-Ting Yang1
1First Clinical Medical College, Liaoning University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shenyang, Liaoning, 110847, People's Republic of China.
Journal of Pain Research
|July 31, 2024
Summary
This study analyzed acupuncture points for blood stasis headaches, identifying Fengchi (GB20) and Taiyang (EX-HN5) as highly correlated. These points, along with Baihui (GV20), show promise for effective treatment.
Area of Science:
- Traditional Chinese Medicine
- Acupuncture Research
- Pain Management
Background:
- Headaches associated with blood stasis syndrome are a common clinical challenge.
- Effective acupuncture point selection is crucial for optimizing treatment outcomes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the features and underlying principles of acupuncture points used in treating blood stasis headaches.
- To identify frequently used and highly correlated acupoints for this condition.
Main Methods:
- A systematic literature search was conducted across Chinese and English databases (2000-2024).
- Data from 112 papers and 102 prescriptions were analyzed, including acupoint frequency and combinations.
- Statistical methods like association rule mining and cluster analysis were employed.
Main Results:
- 77 acupoints were analyzed, with 72 meridian and 5 extraordinary points used 699 times.
- The most frequent acupoints were Fengchi (GB20), Taiyang (EX-HN5), and Baihui (GV20).
- Yang meridian points and acupoints on the head/neck were predominantly used; Fengchi (GB20) and Taiyang (EX-HN5) showed high correlation.
Conclusions:
- The findings offer insights into selecting effective acupoints and combinations for blood stasis headaches.
- Fengchi (GB20), Taiyang (EX-HN5), and Baihui (GV20) are identified as potentially effective clinical treatments.
- Further research is recommended to validate the efficacy of these acupoints.
