Clinical Observation of Infantile Cerebral Palsy Mainly Treated by Scalp Acupuncture / 针灸推拿医学(英文版)
Journal of Acupuncture and Tuina Science
;
(6): 11-12, 2003.
Article
in Chinese
| WPRIM
| ID: wpr-471462
ABSTRACT
Purpose:
The clinical effects of scalp acupuncture in treating infantile cerebral palsy were observed.Methods:
Forty-five patients were treated by scalp acupuncture, functional exercise, intravenous drip,and parents' instructive training.Results:
Basic recovery occurred in 4 cases, marked effectiveness in 21 cases and effectiveness in 15 cases. The total effective rate was 88.9%. The shorter duration and the longer course were,the better curative effects got.Conclusion:
A combined treatment of scalp acupuncture, physiotherapy and intravenous drip can markedly improve clinical symptoms, signs, and intelligence in children with cerebral palsy.
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WPRIM (Western Pacific)
Language:
Chinese
Journal:
Journal of Acupuncture and Tuina Science
Year:
2003
Type:
Article
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