Effect of Du-moxibustion on Cognitive Impairment after Stroke / 中国康复理论与实践

ABSTRACT

Objective To observe the effect of Du-moxibustion on cognitive impairment after stroke. Methods 60 patients with cogni-tive impairment after stroke were randomly divided into control group (n=30) and treatment group (n=30). They were treated with conven-tional medical treatment and rehabilitation training, the treatment group received Du-moxibustion treatment in addition with once a day, 6 days per week for 8 weeks. They were evaluated with modified Barthel Index (MBI) and Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA) before and after treatment. Results The scores of MBI and MoCA increased after treatment (P<0.05) in both groups and the scores were higher in the treatment group than in the control group (P<0.05). Conclusion Du-moxibustion can further improve the cognitive function and activi-ties of daily living in stroke patients.