Effects of Electroacupuncture on Head Shen-acupoints on Cognitive Impairment after Stroke / 中国康复理论与实践

ABSTRACT

Objective To investigate the effects of electroacupuncture on head Shen-acupoints on cognitive dysfunction after stroke. Methods 35 cases with cognitive dysfunction after stroke were divided into treatment group (n=19) and control group (n=16). The control group received conventional treatment, while the treatment group received electroacupuncture on Sishencong (EX-HN1), Shenting (GV24) and Benshen (GB13) in addition. They were assessed with Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE) and Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA) before and after 4-week treatment. Results The scores of MMSE and MoCA increased more in the treatment group than in the con-trol group (P<0.05). The scores of visuospatial abilities and executive functions, attention and concentration, calculation, memory and orien-tation of MoCA improved more in the treatment group than in the control group (P<0.05). Conclusion Electroacupuncture on head Shen-acupoints can improve cognitive function in patients after stroke.