Early Intervention of Chinese Medicine on Motor Function for Traumatic Brain Injury

VernacularTitle:中药早期介入对脑外伤偏瘫患者运动功能的影响
Author: Chun WANG ; Zhixue GUO ; Ou LI ; Qiaoling ZHU
Publication Type:Journal Article
Keywords: Chinese medicine, traumatic brain injury, motor function, rehabilitation
From: Chinese Journal of Rehabilitation Theory and Practice 2012;18(2):123-125
CountryChina
Language:Chinese
Abstract: Objective To explore the effect of early Chinese medicine intervention on motor function and balance capability of patients with traumatic brain injury (TBI). Methods 55 cases of hospitalized TBI patients were randomly divided into observation group (n=27) and control group (n=28). The control group accepted routine rehabilitation program, while the observation group accepted Chinese medicine therapy in addition for 8 weeks. The motor function and balance capability were tested with Fugl-Meyer Assessment (FMA) and Berg Balance Scale (BBS) respectively before and after treatment. Results The scores of FMA and BBS significantly increased after treatment (P<0.01), and they were higher in the observation group than in the control group (P<0.05). Conclusion Chinese medicine combined with routine rehabilitation program is effective on motor dysfunction after TBI.