Effects of Acupuncture on Limbs Function and Cognitive Recovery of Ischemic Apoplexy

Objective To explore the intervening effect of acupuncture on ischemic apoplexy through systemic comparison. Methods The intervening effect of acupuncture on limbs function and cognitive recovery of ischemic apoplexy was observed by means of separate dimension (0-14 days and 15 days-6 months) and randomization (acupuncture and control). Results At the acute stage(0-14 d), acupuncture could significantly improve clinical symptoms; after treatment, comparison between the acupuncture group and the control group showed that there was a significant difference between the two groups in score of neural function impairment and Brunnstrom paralysis, ADL indices, Lovett myodynamia gradation. The acupuncture group was improved better than control group. Remission stage(15 d-6 m): After the treatment of acupuncture, the pathological condition, clinical symptoms, Brunnstrom paralysis score, Lovett myodynamia gradation and MMSE score were improved. The acupuncture group was improved better than control group. Conclusion Early intervention of ischemic apoplexy at the acute stage with acupuncture was somewhat significant in terms of clinical treatment. Besides, acupuncture is safe in treating apoplexy. Acupuncture can relieve the symptoms of ischemic apoplexy at the remission stage and improve the living quality of the patients.