Traditional Chinese Medicine Rehabilitation Research Articles

The Impact of Traditional Chinese Herbal Decoctions Combined with Rehabilitation Therapy on Pulmonary Function and Respiratory Muscle Strength in COVID-19 Recovery Patients.

This study aims to evaluate the clinical efficacy of integrated traditional Chinese and Western medicine rehabilitation treatment during the recovery period of COVID-19, providing a scientific basis for developing more effective rehabilitation protocols. The study included 120 COVID-19 (novel coronavirus) recovery patients treated at our hospital from November 2021 to April 2022. After registration, patients were randomly divided into two groups, namely the study group and the control group. The control group received conventional rehabilitation treatment, while the study group underwent integrated traditional Chinese and Western medicine rehabilitation treatment, with 60 cases in each group. The clinical observation indicators in this study include the results of the 6-minute walk test (6MWT), respiratory and circulatory parameters, pulmonary function, changes in respiratory muscle strength, and quality of life in both groups of patients. The 6MWT distance increased significantly in both groups, with the study group showing a larger improvement (P < 0.05). SpO2 and PaO2 values improved significantly in both groups, with greater increases in the study group (P < 0.05). Lung function parameters (FEV1 and FEV1/FVC) improved significantly in the study group compared to the control group (P < 0.05). Diaphragmatic thickness and mobility were also significantly higher in the study group (P < 0.05). The SF-36 quality of life scores were significantly better in the study group (P < 0.05). Integrated traditional Chinese and Western medicine rehabilitation treatment has achieved significant efficacy during the recovery period of COVID-19. The complementary use of traditional Chinese medicine's differential diagnosis and treatment and modern medical approaches from Western medicine provides patients with comprehensive and personalized rehabilitation services, offering new ideas and methods to improve the quality of patient recovery.

Exploring the role of traditional Chinese medicine rehabilitation in stroke based on microRNA-mediated pyroptosis: A review.

Stroke, also known as "cerebrovascular accident," is a disease caused by acute impairment of brain circulation, which has a high rate of disability and mortality. Ischemic stroke (IS) is the most common type of stroke and a major cause of death and disability worldwide. At present, there are still many limitations in the treatment of IS, so it may be urgent to explore more treatments for IS. In recent years, the clinical application of traditional Chinese medicine rehabilitation methods such as traditional Chinese medicine, acupuncture, massage, traditional exercises and modern rehabilitation technology has achieved good results in the treatment of IS. Concurrently, studies have identified microRNA (miRNA), which are intimately associated with traditional Chinese medicine rehabilitation, as regulators of pyroptosis through their influence on microglia activity, inflammatory response, oxidative stress, angiogenesis and other factors, but at present, the mechanism of this direction has not been systematically summarized. Consequently, this article delineates in detail the specific role of miRNA in IS and the related activation pathways of pyroptosis in IS. This article presents a detailed discussion of the role of microRNA-mediated pyroptosis in IS, with a particular focus on the signaling pathways involved. The aim is to provide new insights for the research of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) rehabilitation in the prevention and treatment of IS. In addition, the article explores the potential of TCM rehabilitation in regulating miRNA-mediated pyroptosis to intervene in IS.

An Investigation into Tourists' Intentions to Participate in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Wellness and Rehabilitation Tourism: Insights from In-Depth Interviews at the Luofu Mountain Tourist Area

This study aims to explore the flourishing of TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine) health and rehabilitation tourism in Chinese tourist attractions and the driving factors behind tourists' participation intentions, with a specific focus on Luofu Mountain. Firstly, by elucidating the background and value of TCM health tourism and the rationale for choosing Luofu Mountain as a case study, the core objective of this research is established: to identify the key factors that drive tourists to engage in this unique tourism experience, providing strategic references for scenic area management and industry upgrades. The research covers a wide range of topics, including tourist demand analysis and tourism product innovation, employing a combination of theoretical construction and empirical research. Multiple methods, such as in-depth interviews and quantitative surveys, are used to gain insights into tourists' motivations and experiences. The article is well-structured, with a highlight on using in-depth interviews to reveal the deep psychological factors influencing tourists' participation intentions and the seamless integration of theory and practice. In the literature review section, this paper systematically discusses the theoretical foundations of TCM health and rehabilitation tourism and the theoretical framework of tourists' participation intentions. It also compares domestic and international research progress to identify research gaps. By comparing Luofu Mountain with international cases, this study assesses its strengths and weaknesses, providing policy insights and improvement suggestions. Methodologically, the paper details a carefully designed sampling strategy and data collection and analysis processes, with particular attention to the data analysis and thematic analysis of in-depth interviews. Based on the case of Luofu Mountain, it reveals the behavioral patterns of tourists participating in TCM health tourism and extracts key strategies for product design and service enhancement. In the policy analysis chapter, the paper deconstructs the effects of current policies on Luofu Mountain, identifies areas for improvement, and proposes a tailored set of policy recommendations. Finally, it summarizes the main research findings, including key factors influencing tourist behavior and optimization measures, while reflecting on the study's limitations and suggesting future research paths.

Application framework and model of Jingjin therapy in rehabilitation medicine

The Jingjin therapy and rehabilitation medicine share commonalities and complement each other. The application of Jingjin therapy from a rehabilitation perspective can broaden the development path of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) rehabilitation. This paper, based on relevant literature and research findings, elaborates on the connection between Jingjin syndrome differentiation acupuncture and rehabilitation assessment and treatment. It discusses the application framework of Jingjin's preventive treatment theory in disease prevention and rehabilitation, and forecasts the research model of Jingjin rehabilitation medicine from an integrative perspective of Chinese and western medicine. This study aims to improve the rehabilitation application thinking of Jingjin therapy and enrich the application methods and treatment approaches of TCM rehabilitation medicine.

Enhancing treatment of lumbar disc herniation with Erxian decoction and auricular acupoint pressure: A randomized controlled trial.

The incidence of lumbar disc herniation (LDH) is on the rise annually, with an emerging trend of affecting younger age groups. This study aims to investigate the clinical effectiveness of combining Erxian decoction with auricular acupoint pressure therapy in treating LDH. Our objective is to furnish evidence supporting the incorporation of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) rehabilitation techniques in clinical settings. This randomized controlled trial enrolled 102 patients diagnosed with LDH and allocated them into Control and Intervention groups. The Control group underwent a 2-week rehabilitation regimen, whereas the Intervention group received an augmented treatment comprising Erxian decoction along with auricular acupoint pressure therapy based on the Control group. Main outcome measures included 3 scales - visual analog scale (VAS), Japanese Orthopedic Association (JOA), and Oswestry Disability Index - as well as 3 inflammatory markers: C-reactive protein (CRP), interleukin-6 (IL-6), and tumor necrosis factor-α (TNF-α). Additionally, pressure pain threshold and pain tolerance threshold values were evaluated. Participants were assessed at baseline, on 14-day, and on 28-day posttreatment. After 2 weeks of treatment, both the Control and Intervention groups exhibited significant improvements in the VAS, JOA, ODI, CRP, IL-6, TNF-α, pressure pain threshold, and pain tolerance threshold (P < .05). These improvements persisted at the 28-day in the VAS, JOA, and ODI scores (P < .05). On 14-day, the Intervention group showed significantly better outcomes compared to the Control group in terms of the VAS, JOA, ODI, CRP, TNF-α, and pressure pain threshold (P < .05). Compared to conventional rehabilitation therapy, the combination of Erxian decoction and auricular acupoint pressure therapy demonstrates clear benefits in alleviating symptoms in patients with LDH. This approach offers fresh perspectives and substantiates evidence for future treatment strategies in managing LDH.

Advances in novel biomaterials combined with traditional Chinese medicine rehabilitation technology in treatment of peripheral nerve injury

Advances in novel biomaterials combined with traditional Chinese medicine rehabilitation technology in treatment of peripheral nerve injury

Analysis of the impact of integrated traditional Chinese and western medicine rehabilitation stroke units on the recovery of patients with hemiplegia during the recovery period of stroke.

Analysis of the impact of integrated traditional Chinese and western medicine rehabilitation stroke units on the recovery of patients with hemiplegia during the recovery period of stroke.

Comprehensive Rehabilitation Therapy of Traditional Chinese Medicine Combined with Modern Rehabilitation Training Improves the Spasticity and Motor Function of Hemiplegia after Stroke

Objective: To analyze the impact of comprehensive rehabilitation therapy of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) (based on modern rehabilitation training) on the spasticity and motor function in stroke patients with hemiplegia. Methods: Seventy-nine stroke and hemiplegia patients admitted to the hospital from June 2021 to June 2023 were selected and randomly divided into a control group (39 cases) using modern rehabilitation training, and an observation group combined with comprehensive TCM rehabilitation therapy (40 cases), over 1 month. The clinical index data of the two groups were compared. Results: There were differences in the clinical index data between the two groups. The total effective rate after treatment in the observation group (92.50%) was higher than that of the control group (74.36%) (χ2 = 4.727, P &lt; 0.05). All central sensitization inventory (CSI) and stroke quality of life (PRO) scores in both groups were lower after treatment, with the observation group having lower scores as compared to the control group (P &lt; 0.05). The scores of FMA (upper limbs, lower limbs), Barthel index scores, and Functional Ambulation Categories (FAC) scores of both groups increased after treatment, with the observation group having higher scores as compared to the control group (P &lt; 0.05). Conclusion: Comprehensive TCM rehabilitation therapy had a significant therapeutic effect on patients with hemiplegia after stroke. It improved the patient’s spasticity, limb movement, and walking function. Their daily living abilities and quality of life were also enhanced.

Application of rehabilitation in gastrointestinal dysfunction in patients with hepatitis B

The secondary dysfunction of hepatitis B is usually gastrointestinal dysfunction, motor dysfunction, sensory disorders, sleep disorders, and further aggravation may even lead to liver failure. Among them, gastrointestinal dysfunction is the main symptom that troubles patients and is not conducive to prognosis. In this paper, the application of traditional Chinese and Western medicine rehabilitation in hepatitis B gastrointestinal dysfunction and related treatment mechanisms were reviewed. After studying related articles, it was found that: Traditional Chinese medicine rehabilitation pays attention to the overall function of patients, emphasizes the coordination of heart and rest, and focuses on traditional Chinese medicine regulation, body exercises, massage techniques, acupuncture, acupoint application and other methods; Modern medical rehabilitation attaches importance to the ability of patients to return to society, and mainly adopts physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy and other methods. Among them, traditional Chinese medicine has various rehabilitation methods for gastrointestinal dysfunction of hepatitis B, and most of the current research focuses on traditional Chinese medicine and acupuncture. Modern medicine for rehabilitating this dysfunction, clinical research, and basic research are temporarily lacking. The rehabilitation method of integrated Chinese and Western medicine is more advantageous for the treatment of gastrointestinal dysfunction of hepatitis B. This article will provide new ideas for the rehabilitation of patients with gastrointestinal dysfunction of hepatitis B.

The effect of traditional Chinese medicine rehabilitation exercise (pulmonary Daoyin) in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease: A systematic review and meta-analysis

Objective: Previous research has demonstrated that pulmonary Daoyin could be an efficacious way to ameliorate the physical and psychological state of sufferers with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and bolster the quality of life. However, the results are not consistent. Thus, the objective of this research is to assess the impacts of pulmonary Daoyin in individuals with COPD. Methods: Relevant articles were searched in Web of Science, Cochrane Library, PubMed, EMBASE, SinoMed, CNKI, Wanfang, and VIP from database inception to January 2024. Results: There were a total of 15 randomized controlled trials (RCTs) included in this meta-analysis involving 1732 patients, of which 864 participated in the intervention group and 868 in the control group. When comparing with the control group, the COPD patients practicing pulmonary Daoyin demonstrated a significant improvement in 6 min walking distance (mean difference [MD] = 24.53, 95% confidence interval [CI] [18.55, 30.52], P &lt;0.00001), forced expiratory volume in the 1 s (FEV1) (MD = 0.39, 95% CI [0.18, 0.59], P = 0.0002), percentage of FEV1 to the predicted value (FEV1%) (MD = 5.35, 95% CI [3.22, 7.48], P &lt; 0.0001), the forced vital capacity (FVC) (MD = 0.39, 95% CI [0.06, 0.73], P = 0.02), percentage of FVC to the predicted value (FVC%) (MD = 7.52, 95% CI [4.91, 10.13], P &lt; 0.00001), the ratio of FEV1/FVC (MD = 4.95, 95% CI [0.91, 8.99], P = 0.02), peak expiratory flow rate (standardized MD = 0.98, 95% CI [0.74, 1.22], P &lt; 0.00001), modified Medical Research Council (mMRC) scale (MD= −0.47, 95% CI [−0.89, −0.04], P=0.03), and Borg scale (MD =−0.65, 95% CI [−0.75, −0.55], P &lt; 0.00001). Conclusions: Our findings may illuminate the influence of pulmonary Daoyin on exercise ability, breathlessness, and pulmonary function in COPD patients. More rigorous RCTs with larger samples and longer-term interventions will be required moving forward.

Operation Standard for Sling Exercise with Tuina Therapy of Traditional Chinese Medicine Rehabilitation Techniques

Operation Standard for Sling Exercise with Tuina Therapy of Traditional Chinese Medicine Rehabilitation Techniques

Research Progress on Rehabilitation of Children with Spastic Cerebral Palsy

Spastic cerebral palsy is a classification of pediatric cerebral palsy, in China and even the world has a high incidence rate, the disease can lead to central motor injury, limited functional activity, posture development disorders and other symptoms. At present, there is no clinical treatment can be completely its root treatment, mainly by drug treatment and rehabilitation training combined methods for treatment. This paper mainly introduces the common rehabilitation techniques of spasm cerebral palsy rehabilitation, which are common in sports therapy, physical factor therapy, traditional Chinese medicine rehabilitation techniques and joint comprehensive rehabilitation nursing, and the latter have robotics, vibration therapy, cord blood stem cell transplantation. In order to provide reference suggestions and research ideas for the study of the rehabilitation of children with spastic cerebral palsy.

Application Effect of Chinese Medicine Rehabilitation in the Treatment of Adolescent Ankle Sports Injuries

Objective: To analyze the clinical effect of traditional Chinese medicine rehabilitation in treating adolescentankle sports injuries. Methods: From December 2020 to December 2022, adolescent patients with ankle joint sports injuries admitted to our hospital were selected as observation objects, and 67 patients were divided into a control group (n = 33, routine rehabilitation treatment) and an experimental group (n = 34, traditional Chinese medicine rehabilitation treatment) according to the computer grouping method. Compare the treatment results. Results: (i) The treatment received in the experimental group had an efficacy of 94.11%, which was higher than that of the control group (75.75%), and statistical significance was established (P &lt; 0.05). (ii) Before treatment, there was no difference in ankle joint pain, ankle joint activity, and ankle joint function scores between the control group and the experimental group (P &gt; 0.05); after treatment, the ankle joint pain, ankle joint activity, and ankle joint function scores in the experimental group were significantly higher than those in the control group (P &lt; 0.05). (iii) The experimental group had higher scores on physiological function, physiological function, physical pain, general health status, energy, social function, emotional function, and mental health compared to the control group (P &lt; 0.05). Conclusion: Traditional Chinese medicine rehabilitation is effective in treating ankle injuries caused by sports in adolescents and improve their quality of life. Therefore, it should be popularized.

Clinical Practice Guidelines of Traditional Chinese Medicine Rehabilitation for Idiopathic Scoliosis in Children and Adolescents

Clinical Practice Guidelines of Traditional Chinese Medicine Rehabilitation for Idiopathic Scoliosis in Children and Adolescents

Effect of a Baduanjin intervention on the risk of falls in the elderly individuals with mild cognitive impairment: a study protocol for a randomized controlled trial

BackgroundFalls are a global public problem and may be an important cause of death in older adults. However, older adults with mild cognitive impairment(MCI) are more likely to fall and suffer more damage than older adults with normal cognitive function, which shows the importance of preventing falls. More and more evidence shows that Baduanjin can improve the balance function of the elderly and reduce the risk of falls in the elderly with MCI, but the mechanism is still unclear. The main purpose of this study is to verify the intervention effect of Baduanjin training on the risk of falls in elderly people with MCI and to elucidate the underlying mechanism of Baduanjin training in reducing the risk of falls in MCI patients.MethodsIn this prospective study, outcome assessor-blind, three-arm randomized controlled trial, a total of 72 eligible participants will be randomly allocated (1:1:1) into the 12-week Baduanjin exercise intervention (60 min per session, three sessions per week), the 12-week brisk walking group(60 min per session, three sessions per week) or the 12-week health education group. Primary outcome is the Fall-Risk Self-Assessment Questionnaire(FRQ), and secondary outcomes are fall efficacy index, gait assessment, balance function, lower limb muscle strength, cognitive function, activities of daily living(ADL) and MRI scans. In addition to the MRI scans, which will be measured before and after the intervention,other primary and secondary outcomes will be assessed at baseline, 6 weeks, and 12 weeks (at the end of the intervention) and after an additional 12-week follow-up period. The mixed linear model will be conducted to observe the intervention effects.DiscussionThis trial will investigate the effect of Baduanjin exercise on the prevention of falls in elderly individuals with MCI, explore the imaging mechanism of Baduanjin exercise to reduce the risk of falls in elderly individuals with MCI from the perspective of vestibular neural network, and provide strong evidence for Baduanjin exercise to reduce the risk of falls in elderly individuals with MCI, as well as provide new ideas and approaches for the central mechanism of Traditional Chinese Medicine(TRC) rehabilitation methods to intervene in falls in elderly.Trial registrationChictr.org.cn, ID: ChiCTR2200057520. Registered on 14 March 2022, https://www.chictr.org.cn/showproj.html?proj=146592.

WHO International Standard Terminologies on Traditional Chinese Medicine: Use in Context, Creatively

WHO International Standard Terminologies on Traditional Chinese Medicine: Use in Context, Creatively

World Health Organization survey on the level of integration of traditional Chinese medicine in Chinese health system rehabilitation services

BackgroundTo meet the growing global demand for rehabilitation services, the World Health Organization (WHO) launched Rehabilitation 2030. This study was commissioned by the WHO to investigate the integration degree of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) in Chinese health system rehabilitation services and the demand for TCM rehabilitation in China. MethodsTwenty TCM rehabilitation experts and relevant government administrators were invited to complete the questionnaire between September 2019 and January 2022. The development of traditional, complementary, and integrative medicine (TCI) rehabilitation in China was assessed primarily based on six different health system components. Results26 policies, regulations, and national strategic plans related to TCI rehabilitation were issued by relevant government departments since 2002; notably, 14 policies related to TCI rehabilitation development were intensively introduced from 2016 to 2021. These policies cover the three main areas of financing, infrastructure development, and service delivery. The National Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine's investment in TCM clinical capacity infrastructure and scientific research in 2019–2021 increased by 66% compared to 2010–2012, and the average number of TCM hospitals with rehabilitation departments in 2020 increased by 6.5% compared to 2018. The proportion of community health service centers providing TCM services in primary medical and health institutions has increased by 30.8% over the past 10 years. ConclusionLong-term continuous policies, substantial financial investment, and expansion of the scope of TCI rehabilitation services in primary care institutions have effectively contributed to the rapid development of TCI rehabilitation. However, human resources and financing mechanisms for TCI rehabilitation need further improvement.

Retracted: Medical Data Analysis of Lumbar Disc Herniation Patients after Traditional Chinese Medicine Rehabilitation Intervention Lumbar Function Recovery.

[This retracts the article DOI: 10.1155/2022/1288233.].

Comparison of Different Rehabilitation Techniques of Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine in the Treatment of Motor Dysfunction After Stroke Based on Frequency Method: A Network Meta-analysis.

The aim of the study is to evaluate the effect of different traditional Chinese and western medicine rehabilitation techniques on motor dysfunction after stroke using a network meta-analysis. CNKI, Wanfang, PubMed, Embase, and Cochrane databases were searched from inception to September 2022. We independently searched and screened randomized controlled trials of rehabilitation techniques for poststroke motor dysfunction treatment, evaluated the quality, and analyzed the data using Stata 14.0. Seventy-four randomized controlled trials involving nine rehabilitation techniques and 5128 patients were included. The results of network meta-analysis showed the following orders regarding improvement of the total scores of Fugl-Meyer Assessment, Action Research Arm Test, and Berg Balance Scale: biofeedback therapy > mirror therapy > repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation > acupuncture therapy > transcranial direct current stimulation > Taichi > common therapy, virtual reality > transcranial direct current stimulation > repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation > mirror therapy > common therapy, and acupuncture therapy > virtual reality > neuromuscular electrical stimulation > mirror therapy > common therapy > transcranial direct current stimulation, respectively. Biofeedback therapy had the best comprehensive effect, while virtual reality was the best intervention for improving the index of action research arm test and Fugl-Meyer Assessment-lower extremity. Acupuncture therapy improved lower limb balance function.

Kangyi Qiangshen Gong exercise prescription for pulmonary function and quality of life in patients recovered from COVID-19: a study protocol for a randomized controlled trial

BackgroundSince early 2022, patients with 2019 novel coronavirus (COVID-19) infection have increased rapidly in Shanghai, China. Nevertheless, there is no widely used unified rehabilitation treatment available for discharged patients with post-infection sequelae such as dyspnea, depression, and fatigue. To promote the rehabilitation of discharged patients, our team formulated Kangyi Qiangshen Gong exercise prescription on the basis of traditional Chinese medicine rehabilitation exercises (TCMRE). We designed a randomized controlled trial to evaluate the efficacy of rehabilitation and advantages of KQG for discharged patients with post-COVID-19 syndrome.Methods/designThis is a parallel-design, two-arm, analyst assessor-blinded, randomized controlled trial. In total, 60 discharged patients with COVID-19 sequelae, aged from 20 to 80 years will be recruited and randomly assigned to the World Health Organization instructed breathing techniques (BT) group and the Kangyi Qiangshen Gong exercise prescription (KQG) group at a ratio of 1:1. The patients in the BT group will perform breathing techniques exercise, and the patients in the KQG group will perform KQG exercise. Both groups will perform exercises twice a day for 3 months. The primary outcome will be measured with the Modified Medical Research Council Dyspnea Scale, and the secondary outcomes will include the Modified Borg Scale, Fatigue Scale-14, Patient Health Questionnaire-9 Scale, Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index, and the Respiratory Symptoms Scale. Clinical scales will be assessed at three points (pre-exercise, 3 months post-exercise, and 3 months follow-up). Adverse events will be recorded for safety assessment.DiscussionThis trial will serve high-quality evidence of the value of KQG for treating discharged patients with COVID-19 in rehabilitation period.Trial registrationChinese Clinical Trial Registry ChiCTR2200059504. Registered on 03 May 2022.DisseminationThe results will be published in peer-reviewed journals and disseminated through the study’s website, and conferences.