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What is the traditional Chinese medicine treatment for pressure ulcers?

Aug 21, 2023 Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Zhang Ziyi
Introduction
Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) treatments for pressure ulcers include external application of herbal medicines, meridian regulation, dietary adjustment, topical therapies, and oral administration of Chinese herbal medicine. Specific analysis is as follows: 1. External use of Chinese herbal medicine: Pressure ulcers are ulcerative injuries caused by prolonged compression leading to ischemia and hypoxia of skin tissues. Appropriate Chinese herbal preparations are applied externally to the affected area. These herbs can promote wound healing and relieve pain and itching.

Treatment methods of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) for pressure ulcers include external application of Chinese herbal medicine, meridian regulation, dietary adjustment, topical therapies, and internal administration of Chinese herbs. Specific details are as follows:

1. External Application of Chinese Herbs: Pressure ulcers are ulcerative injuries caused by prolonged compression leading to ischemia and hypoxia in skin tissues. Appropriate formulations of Chinese herbal medicine can be applied externally to the affected area. These herbs promote wound healing, relieve pain and itching, suppress inflammatory responses, and possess antibacterial properties. Commonly used external herbal preparations include Jinhuang Powder and Shengji Powder.

2. Meridian Regulation: Techniques such as acupuncture, cupping, and moxibustion are used to regulate the body's meridians and promote the circulation of qi and blood. Acupuncture stimulates specific acupoints to regulate the flow of qi and blood, enhancing the body’s immune function and tissue repair capacity. Cupping and moxibustion improve blood circulation through thermal effects, thereby accelerating wound healing.

3. Dietary Adjustment: According to TCM theory, pressure ulcers are associated with internal damp-heat and impaired flow of qi and blood. Therefore, the diet should primarily consist of light, easily digestible foods. Spicy, greasy, and irritating foods should be avoided. Instead, patients should consume more foods rich in vitamins and protein, such as fresh vegetables, fruits, and fish, to support wound healing and overall recovery.

4. Topical Therapies: These include herbal fumigation and washing, as well as wet dressings. Herbal fumigation and washing utilize volatile components of medicinal herbs to stimulate the wound site, promoting blood circulation and metabolism. Wet dressings help maintain a moist wound environment, which facilitates healing.

5. Internal Administration of Chinese Herbs: Based on the patient’s specific symptoms and constitution, a TCM practitioner may prescribe appropriate herbal formulas for oral intake. These internal remedies help regulate the body’s yin-yang balance, improve blood circulation and supply of qi and blood, and enhance the body’s resistance and self-healing ability.

TCM treatment for pressure ulcers requires long-term persistence; patients are advised to actively cooperate with their healthcare providers throughout the treatment process.


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