Effect of Electro-acupuncture at Zusanli (ST36) on Stroke Patients in Hemiplagic Spasm Period / 中国康复理论与实践
Chinese Journal of Rehabilitation Theory and Practice
;
(12): 1165-1167, 2008.
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in Chinese
| WPRIM
| ID: wpr-977674
ABSTRACT
@#Objective To explore the effect of acupuncture on stroke patients in hemiplagic spasm period.Methods63 stroke patients in hemiplagic spasm period were randomly divided into the electro-acupuncture group(n=31) and control group(n=32).All patients of two groups received routine rehabilitation training,but those of the electro-acupuncture group were added with electro-acupuncture at "Zusanli"(ST36).The composite spasticity scale(CSS) score,H/Mmax and muscular compliance of two groups before and after treatment were observed and compared.ResultsThe CSS scores and H/Mmax and grading gastrocnemius muscular compliance of the electro-acupuncture group were superior to that of the control group(P<0.05~0.01).ConclusionAcupuncture can decrease muscular tension and increase motor function of stroke patients in hemiplagic spasm period.
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WPRIM (Western Pacific)
Language:
Chinese
Journal:
Chinese Journal of Rehabilitation Theory and Practice
Year:
2008
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