Literature review and application experience of needling the Belt Vessel for low back pain
- VernacularTitle:针刺带脉治疗腰痛的文献总结及应用体会
- Author:
Han LI
;
Han ZHENG
;
Jianming ZHANG
;
Jianbin ZHANG
;
Kaiwei ZHANG
- Keywords:
Acupuncture Therapy;
Belt Vessel;
Intervertebral Disc Displacement;
Low Back Pain;
Point,Mingmen (GV4);
Point,Wushu (GB27);
Points,Ashi
- From:
Journal of Acupuncture and Tuina Science
2022;20(1):87-90
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
-
Abstract:
Objective: To explore the feasibility of needling the Belt Vessel (BV) for low back pain. Methods: The relevant literature was systematically reviewed; the relationship between the BV and low back pain was illustrated; the clinical features of BV-related low back pain as well as the key points of acupoint selection in treatment were summarized, and the efficacy of needling the BV for treating low back pain was observed. Results: The BV is closely related to low back pain. The main clinical manifestations of BV-related low back pain include sagging distension in the low back, enlarged abdomen, and pain radiating to the groin. The main acupoints for treating low back pain via needling the BV include Mingmen (GV4), Wushu (GB27) and Ashi points near the transverse process of the third lumbar spine. Needling the BV can swiftly and effectively relieve both the low back pain and associated symptoms. Conclusion: Needling the BV can effectively alleviate the typical BV-related low back pain.
