[SUN Shentian's clinical experience in the treatment of refractory facial paralysis with acupuncture and moxibustion]
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Summary
This summary is machine-generated.Professor SUN Shentian presents an integrated approach for refractory facial paralysis using acupuncture and moxibustion. This method combines precise cortical localization, ultrasonic guidance, and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) principles for effective treatment.
Area Of Science
- Integrative Medicine
- Neurology
- Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)
Background
- Refractory facial paralysis presents complex etiological factors.
- Conventional treatments may have limitations for persistent cases.
- TCM pathogenesis involves deficiency of healthy qi and retention of pathogenic factors.
Purpose Of The Study
- To introduce Professor SUN Shentian's clinical experience in treating refractory facial paralysis.
- To present an integrated acupuncture and moxibustion strategy based on TCM and modern techniques.
- To offer a novel approach for managing complex facial paralysis cases.
Main Methods
- Treatment based on cortical localization, targeting motor areas and brainstem.
- Application of repetitive transcranial acupuncture and ultrasonic positioning for precise needling.
- Integration of TCM principles: strengthening healthy qi, eliminating pathogenic factors, and meridian dredging using specific acupoints (e.g., LI20, ST2, ST4, LI4, ST36).
Main Results
- Utilized cluster needling on facial mimetic muscles and collateral points to dredge collaterals.
- Employed specific acupuncture techniques (e.g., GB14-GB1, ST2-ST4, ST4-ST6) with needle-sticking and lifting for tendon nourishment.
- Incorporated moxibustion at CV6 and CV4, and combined kneading, acupuncture, and moxibustion at TE17, Qianzheng, and ST7.
Conclusions
- Professor SUN's method combines TCM syndrome differentiation with modern technology for accurate positioning and diverse techniques.
- This integrated approach offers a new perspective for the treatment of refractory facial paralysis.
- The strategy emphasizes strengthening vital energy and removing pathological factors for meridian regulation.