A Case Report of Combined Treatment Including Bee Venom Injection for Restless Leg Syndrome Patient with Lower Extremity Discomfort

Abstract

Objectives The purpose of this study is to report the effect of Bee venom acupuncture for managing Restless leg syndrome(RLS) and therefore improving the quality of life and symptoms. Methods The 64-years old male patient who has been suffered by Restless leg syndrome was treated by bee venom acupuncture on ST36 and ST37 and herbal medicine. The patient was observed during 7days, and the treatment was executed during 7 days, once a day. Symptoms were measured by Korean International Restless Legs Scale(K-IRLS), Korean Restless Legs Quality of Life Questionnaire(K-RLSQoL), and Numeral Rating Scale(NRS). Results After bee venom acupuncture, International Restless Legs Scale was alleviated from 16 to 11. Restless Legs Quality of Life Qeustionnaire score was improved from 51 to 61. Discomfort measured by NRS also decreased. Conclusions Bee venom injection can be suggested for RLS patients by improving the quality of life and symptoms.