Systematic evaluation of the therapeutic effect and safety of Xingnao Kaiqiao needling method in treatment of stroke.
- Author:
Zhi-xin YANG
1
;
Xue-min SHI
Author Information
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- MeSH: Acupuncture Therapy; adverse effects; methods; Humans; Randomized Controlled Trials as Topic; Stroke; therapy
- From: Chinese Acupuncture & Moxibustion 2007;27(8):601-608
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
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Abstract:
OBJECTIVETo evaluate the therapeutic effect and possible adverse effects of Xingnao Kaiqiao needling method in treatment of stroke.
METHODSAdopt Cochrane system assessment methods.
RESULTSAltogether 25 studies and 4 377 cases of stroke were enrolled. Xingnao Kaiqiao needling method had the tendency to decrease the fatality and the disablement rate, and it was better than the control group in improvement of nerve defect score and the therapeutic effect. In the studies enrolled, only 2 cases of pain were found.
CONCLUSIONXingnao Kaiqiao needling method is safety and effective for stroke.
