Is acupuncture effective for treating cerebral infarction?
Sep 25, 2024
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Yang Ziqi
Introduction
Cerebral infarction refers to cerebral infarction. In general, the effectiveness of acupuncture treatment for patients with cerebral infarction needs to be analyzed on a case-by-case basis. It may be effective if the patient is in the early stage of cerebral infarction, but the effect might be less satisfactory in the later stages. During treatment, patients should maintain a positive and optimistic attitude and cooperate with the doctor's treatment plan to increase the likelihood of recovery. In daily life, a light diet is recommended.
Cerebral infarction refers to cerebral infarct. In general, the effectiveness of acupuncture treatment for patients with cerebral infarction requires individual assessment. Acupuncture may be effective if applied during the early stage of cerebral infarction, but its efficacy may be limited if initiated in the later stages. The detailed analysis is as follows:
If treatment begins during the early stage of cerebral infarction, acupuncture—used as an adjunctive therapy—can help promote blood circulation and accelerate the repair of damaged nerve cells. Administering acupuncture after the acute phase of cerebral infarction may enhance the patient's recovery speed and improve quality of life.
However, if acupuncture treatment starts only in the later stages of cerebral infarction, the optimal intervention window may have been missed, potentially reducing treatment effectiveness. Brain tissue is particularly sensitive to external stimuli following ischemia, and beyond this critical period, the likelihood of recovery diminishes. Even with prolonged acupuncture therapy, full restoration of impaired functions may not be achievable.
During treatment, patients should maintain a positive and optimistic attitude and actively cooperate with their doctor's treatment plan to maximize the chances of recovery. In daily life, they should follow a light diet and avoid spicy or irritating foods such as Sichuan pepper, chili peppers, and onions, which are detrimental to health.
