Effect of Dabugantang Decoction on Post-stroke Fatigue / 中国康复理论与实践

ABSTRACT

Objective To observe the effectiveness of Dabugantang decoction on post-stroke fatigue. Methods 83 stroke patients were included and divided into control group (n=45) and treatment group (n=38). Both groups accepted routine rehabilitation, while the treatment group was administrated with Dabugantang decoction twice daily for 4 weeks in addition. All the patients were evaluated with Fatigue Sever-ity Scale (FSS), Hamilton Depression Scale (HAMD), and Modified Barthel Index (MBI) before and after treatment. Results The scores of HAMD and MBI increased significantly in both groups after treatment (P0.05). There were statistical differences in the scores of FSS, HAMD and MBI between two groups after treatment (P<0.05). Conclusion Dabugantang decoction can alleviate the fa-tigue and depression in stroke patients and improve activities of daily living.