Effects of Electroacupuncture at Zusanli (ST36) on Lower Limbs Motor Function in Patients with Stroke during Spasm Period:A Clinical Research
- VernacularTitle:电针足三里改善脑卒中偏瘫痉挛期患者下肢运动功能的临床研究
- Author:
Weijun GONG
;
Tong ZHANG
;
Lihua CUI
;
Yuqi YANG
;
Xinting SUN
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
stroke, hemiplegia, spasm, electroacupuncture, Zusanli (ST36), motor function
- From:
Chinese Journal of Rehabilitation Theory and Practice
2008;14(11):1057-1058
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
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Abstract:
Objective To observe the effects of electroacupuncture at Zusanli (ST36) on lower limbs motor function in patients with stroke. Methods 63 patients were evenly randomized into electroacupuncture group and control group. All the patients received routine rehabilitation training and at the same time,patients in electroacupuncture group, received electroacupuncture at zusanli (ST36). They were assessed with Fugl-Meyer Assessment (lower limb, hip, knee and ankle), gait analysis (gait frequency, gait speed and step length of both sides) and lower limb Composite Spasm Scale (CSS) before and after treatment. Results The scores of Fugl-Meyer Measure, gait analysis, and CSS improved in both groups, and more significantly in electroacupuncture group. Conclusion Electroacupuncture at zusanli (ST36) can significantly improved lower limb motor function without worsening the spasm.
