The Shou Shou Gong cannot treat cervical spondylosis. It cannot effectively eliminate the compression of the nerves, therefore, it cannot treat cervical spondylotic radiculopathy or cervical spondylosis due to spinal nerve involvement. For patients with mild cervical spondylotic radiculopathy, it is mainly caused by inflammation and irritation, or by compression of the nerve roots after shaping. If it is not severe, conservative treatment can be actively pursued first, maintaining proper neck posture, avoiding long-term低头 posture, and not repeatedly undergoing traditional Chinese medicine massage. The use of an inflatable cervical collar and intermittent traction can effectively reduce the level of compression on the nerve roots.

Medications for dehydrating and reducing edema, nutritional drugs for nerves, and anti-inflammatory and analgesic drugs can be used for treatment, and the vast majority of patients experience significant relief. If conservative treatment fails, it is necessary to actively pursue surgical treatment, as only surgery can eliminate the compression of the nerves. For cervical spondylosis of the spinal type, it is mainly caused by compression of the spinal nerves, which are part of the central nervous system. If there is damage to the spinal nerves, active surgical treatment must be pursued as soon as possible, the sooner the better, therefore, the Shou Shou Gong (a type of exercise) cannot treat cervical spondylosis.

The clinical manifestations of cervical spondylosis are relatively complex. The key symptoms include neck and back pain, weakness of the upper limbs, numbness of the fingers, fatigue of the lower limbs, difficulty in walking, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, blurred vision, tachycardia, and difficulty in swallowing. The clinical manifestations of cervical spondylosis are related to the location of the disease, the level of tissue involvement, and individual differences.

1. Cervical spondylosis of the nerve root type

(1) It has more typical radicular symptoms (numbness, pain), and the scope is consistent with the area controlled by the cervical spine.

(2) The tension test or brachial plexus extension test is positive.

(3) The findings of imaging diagnosis are consistent with clinical symptoms.

(4) The distress is significant and the effect is not remarkable.

(5) In addition to cervical spondylosis with extraspinal changes such as diaphragmatic outlet syndrome, carpal tunnel syndrome, cubital tunnel syndrome, and shoulder periarthritis, which cause diseases mainly characterized by upper limb pain.

2. Cervical spondylosis of the spinal cord type

(1) The main manifestation of cervical spine nerve damage in clinical medicine.

(2) On X-rays, there are signs of bone hyperplasia at the edge of the vertebral bodies and stenosis of the spinal canal. Imaging diagnosis confirms the existence of spinal cord compression.

(3) In addition to amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, spinal nerve tumors, spinal cord injury, and multiple peripheral neuritis.

3. Vertebral artery type cervical spondylosis

(1) There has been a sudden onset of disease, accompanied by cervical vertigo.

(2) The rotation neck test is positive.

(3) X-ray films show segmental instability or spondylosis of the vertebral bones.

(4) It often accompanies central nervous system diseases.

(5) In addition to ocular and auditory vertigo.

(6) Insufficiency of blood supply to the basilar artery caused by the pressure on the vertebral artery segment I (before entering the transverse foramen of the C6 vertebra) and vertebral artery segment III (before entering the brain from the cervical spine).

(7) Preoperative vertebral artery angiography or digital subtraction angiography (DSA) of the vertebral artery is required.

4. Central nervous system type cervical spondylosis

Clinical symptoms include dizziness, dizziness with blurred vision, tinnitus, numbness in the hands, tachycardia, pain in the anterior chest area, and a series of central nervous system diseases. X-ray films of the cervical spine show imbalance or degenerative changes. The vertebral angiography examination is negative.

5. Cervical spondylosis caused by compression of the esophagus

The bird’s beak-like hyperplasia of the vertebral bodies in the cervical spine compresses the esophagus, causing difficulty in swallowing (confirmed by esophageal barium meal examination).

6. Cervical spondylosis of the neck type

Cervical spondylosis of the neck type, also known as partial type cervical spondylosis, refers to the pain and relative pressure points in the head, shoulders, neck, and arms, without significant degenerative changes such as narrowing of the intervertebral spaces on X-rays. However, there may be changes in the physiological curve of the cervical vertebrae, instability between the vertebral bodies, and slight bone hyperplasia.

Hot palms and soles is a common clinical symptom, belonging to the category of internal injury fever. Hot palms and soles is not only an active symptom but also a subjective symptom with objective indicators. Hot palms and soles are commonly seen in Yin deficiency with fire excess, but they can also be observed in other internal injury fevers where the patient actively feels feverish but the body temperature is not significantly high, i.e., not only common in虚 fire but also in real heat, as applied in traditional Chinese medicine.

1. TCM differential diagnosis and treatment

1. Fever with Yin deficiency and hot palms and soles

This syndrome is characterized by hyperactivity of Yang, uncontrolled fire by water, and internal disturbance of虚 heat as the key for differential diagnosis and treatment. Yin deficiency with Yang excess leads to internal heat, which causes fever in the afternoon or evening, hot palms and soles, or spleen deficiency with dampness. Exuberant fire ascending internally disturbs the heart and soul, resulting in restless sleep with frequent dreams and flushed cheeks; internal fire forces body fluids to leak, leading to night sweats; Yin deficiency with fire excess and fluid deficiency results in dry mouth and throat, dry and hard stool, and yellow and reduced urine; the tongue is dry and thin, with a color resembling dry red wine or cracks, thin or no coating, and a thin and rapid pulse, all indicating Yin deficiency with fire excess. This syndrome is primarily characterized by intermittent fever in the afternoon or evening, restless sleep with a dry mouth and throat, a tongue with a dry and red wine-like color or cracks, thin or no coating, and a thin and rapid pulse as the key points for differential diagnosis. Treatment should focus on nourishing Yin and clearing heat, with Qing Gu San as the formula.

2. Internal blood stasis (Qi stagnation leading to fever) heat in the palms and soles of the hands and feet

This syndrome is mainly differentiated and treated based on emotional imbalance and Qi stagnation leading to fire. The liver governs the release of Qi, stores blood, likes to be unobstructed, and its meridians are distributed in the ribs, pass through the diaphragm, and reach the breasts. Emotional depression, the liver loses its unobstructed state, Qi stagnation leads to fire, or anger is excessive, internal heat of the liver fire, hence fever; due to emotional injury, fever fluctuates with mood changes; Qi stagnation and Qi flow disorder, depression and unhappiness, chest and rib distension and pain, breast distension and pain; sighing and groaning temporarily relieves the Qi, hence the preference for sighing and groaning; Qi flow disorder and blood circulation obstruction, hence irregular menstruation in women, abdominal pain during menstruation; restlessness and irritability are due to the liver fire transforming Yin into fire; the liver fire consumes body fluid, the gastrointestinal tract has heat, hence bitter taste in the mouth and dry throat, dry and hard stools; red tongue or red tongue edge, yellow fur, deep and rapid pulse are signs of Qi stagnation and fire. This syndrome is characterized by low fever or sweating, the symptoms often fluctuate with mood changes, depression and unhappiness, preference for sighing and groaning, restlessness and irritability, red tongue, yellow fur, deep and rapid pulse are key points for differentiation. Treatment is to soothe the liver and regulate Qi, clear the liver fire and relieve heat, using the formula of Dan-Zhi Xiang-Yao Powder.

2. New viewpoints of modern traditional Chinese medicine on heat in the palms and soles of the hands and feet

Regarding the differentiation and treatment of heat in the palms and soles of the hands and feet, ancient books have discussed it from kidney Yin deficiency and blood stasis, while modern traditional Chinese medicine, based on clinical care and observation, believes that heat in the palms and soles of the hands and feet is commonly seen in people with Yin deficiency and fire excess, but many other causes can also lead to this disease, belonging to internal injury fever. The actual differentiation and treatment is as follows:

1. Blood stasis blocking the meridians, after a long time, the generation of fire can lead to heat in the palms and soles of the hands and feet

Blood stasis within the body, long-term depression leading to the generation of fire, this has long been a conclusion in the basic theory of traditional Chinese medicine. However, it is not known whether the heat caused by this is heat in the palms and soles of the hands and feet, and there are few discussions on this. The example of Cheng’s treatment of blood stasis blocking the meridians can be said to be a new enlightenment for the understanding of the clinical manifestation of heat in the palms and soles of the hands and feet in traditional Chinese medicine. Treatment with活血通脉, one can use the Decoction for Removing Blood Stasis Below the Diaphragm.

2. Insufficient temperament, deficiency in the middle-jiao can lead to heat in the palms and soles of the hands and feet

Deficiency of Qi leading to fever has been one of the issues in the academic debate of traditional Chinese medicine for many years. The focal point of the debate is mainly centered around why Qi deficiency can cause fever? Although opinions on this issue can vary from person to person, wise or benevolent, each expressing their own views. However, it is not known that there is a basic consensus on the understanding that Qi deficiency can cause fever, and from clinical nursing, it is also known that Qi deficiency can indeed lead to fever, with intermittent fever not fixed, including low fever, high fever, afternoon fever, and heat in the palms and soles of the hands and feet. But no matter what kind of intermittent fever, they all have their own characteristics, that is, ‘when fever is active, it manifests’. And fever usually occurs with deficiency of the spleen and stomach, and malaise in digestion and transportation. In treatment, based on invigorating Qi, using acrid and warm herbs to remove heat, not only promotes the repair of gastrointestinal function, but also the symptoms of fever are cured accordingly, which can be treated with the formula of replenishing the middle and invigorating Qi, such as the Decoction for Invigorating the Middle and Qi.

Hand, foot and mouth disease is an infectious disease caused by enterovirus infection. There are more than 20 types of enteroviruses that can cause hand, foot and mouth disease, among which Coxsackievirus A16 (Cox A16) and enterovirus 71 (EV 71) are more common. It often occurs in children under the age of 5, and the main symptoms include mouth pain, loss of appetite, low fever, and small blisters or ulcers on the hands, feet, and mouth. Most patients recover within a week, but a small number of patients can develop complications such as myocarditis, pulmonary edema, and aseptic meningitis/encephalitis. Some critically ill patients may have a rapid deterioration of their condition, leading to death. Currently, there is a lack of effective medication for treatment.

Etiology

Various enterovirus infections can cause hand, foot, and mouth disease. The most common are Coxsackievirus A16 and enterovirus 71. The modes of infection include the digestive system, respiratory system, and contact transmission.

Clinical symptoms

Hand, foot, and mouth disease is mainly found in children under 5 years old, with an incubation period of 2 to 10 days, averaging 3 to 5 days

1. Main manifestations of general cases

Subacute onset, fever, oral pain, anorexia, scattered herpes or ulcers appear on the oral mucosa, mostly located on the tongue, buccal mucosa, and hard palate, and can also spread to the soft palate, gums, tonsillitis, and pharynx. Rashes appear on the hands, feet, buttocks, arms, and legs, which later become blisters. The surrounding skin of the blisters is inflammatory and pale red, and the blister fluid is less. More on the hands and feet, with palmar surfaces. The number of rashes is few, from several to dozens. There are no traces after disappearance, and no pigmentation. Some cases only mainly manifest as rashes or herpangina. Most cases are cured within a week, with a good prognosis. Some cases have atypical rash manifestations, such as single location or mainly manifested as macules.

2. Main manifestations of critically ill cases

A very small number of cases (especially those under 3 years of age) progress rapidly, with meningitis, encephalitis (encephalitis of the brainstem is more dangerous), encephalomyelitis, pulmonary edema, and circulatory system obstruction appearing in 1 to 5 days, and a few cases are critically ill, which can lead to death, and surviving cases may have complications.

(1) The main manifestations of the central nervous system in cases with concurrent central nervous system diseases are: poor spirits, always wanting to sleep, easy to be startled, headache, vomiting, delirium, and even coma; body tremors, muscular fasciculations, nystagmus, ataxia, and eye movement disorders; fatigue or subacute flaccid numbness; convulsions. Physical examination shows meningeal irritation signs, weakened or disappeared tendon reflexes, and positive Babinski sign. Pneumocentral system diseases are more common in patients under 2 years of age.

(2) The main manifestations of the respiratory tract in cases with concurrent pulmonary edema are: shallow and rapid breathing, difficulty breathing, or changes in breathing rhythm, cyanosis of the lips, cough, coughing up milky, pale pink, or tenacious foam-like sputum; pulmonary rales or wheezing can be heard.

(3) The main manifestations of the respiratory system in cases with concurrent myocarditis are: ashen face, skin texture, cold extremities, cyanosis of fingers (toes); profuse sweating; increased time for capillary refill. Heartbeat becomes faster or slower, pulse rate becomes superficial and rapid or weak, and may even disappear; blood pressure rises or falls.

Examination

Routine physical examination: peripheral blood leukocyte count decreased or normal; urine and stool are generally without abnormalities. Pharyngeal swabs or excreta samples can be collected and sent to the laboratory for virus detection, but hepatitis B detection requires 2 to 4 weeks for results.

Duodenal descending diverticulum is a common disease in surgery, and the key population for this disease is adults aged 40 to 60. Suffering from duodenal descending diverticulum has a great impact on the health of patients, and may also cause some complications. We need to pay more attention to this disease, actively seek medical treatment when symptoms are found. Although the injury of duodenal descending diverticulum is great, it is necessary to seek medical attention and regular examination and treatment as soon as the disease is found.

Currently, common methods for examining duodenal descending diverticulum include CT scan, bile duct造影, X-ray barium meal examination, and fiberoptic duodenoscopy. To diagnose this disease, it is also necessary to have a detailed understanding of the patient’s medical history and health status.

Once diagnosed with duodenal descending diverticulum, more immediate treatment should be adopted. The treatment of this disease should first adopt medical treatment, including antispasmodics and acid inhibitors. Patients with severe duodenal descending diverticulum requiring surgery for resection and treatment should be treated, which is suitable for patients with bleeding and compression. Different patients are suitable for different treatment methods, and the selection of treatment methods should follow the doctor’s advice.

The treatment of duodenal descending diverticulum also requires the establishment of the cause of the disease. Most people believe that this disease is caused by maldevelopment or deficiency of the muscular layer of the intestinal cavity, which is congenital. In addition, congenital developmental abnormalities, drug irritation, genetic factors, and incorrect lifestyle may also lead to the occurrence of the disease.

The clinical symptoms of duodenal descending diverticulum are also relatively rich. The most prominent manifestation after suffering from this disease is upper abdominal fullness, accompanied by intermittent pain and belching. The pain of patients is not periodic, and some patients may also have symptoms such as nausea and vomiting. The most serious is the occurrence of hematochezia.

Patients with duodenal descending diverticulum need to be very careful in their daily life, and must pay close attention to the changes in temperature, be careful to keep warm in the stomach, and never catch a cold. In terms of diet, it is necessary to eat light dishes as the main course, develop the habit of drinking plenty of water, and remember not to smoke or drink alcohol. It is necessary to improve natural ventilation in the room, dry the quilt regularly, cultivate good living habits, change close-fitting clothes and pants frequently, and do not share personal items with others. These are all very important matters.

We know that the body has twelve meridians, and regularly practicing meridian massage is very beneficial to health. The names of the body’s twelve meridians are: Hand – Shaoyin – Heart Meridian, Foot – Shaoyin – Spleen Meridian, Hand – Jueyin – Pericardium Meridian, Foot – Jueyin – Liver Meridian, Hand – Taiyin – Large Intestine Meridian, Foot – Taiyin – Spleen Meridian, Hand – Taiyang – Small Intestine Meridian, Foot – Taiyang – Bladder Meridian, Hand – Shaoyang – Triple Burner Meridian, Foot – Shaoyang – Gallbladder Meridian, Hand – Yangming – Small Intestine Meridian, Foot – Yangming – Gallbladder Meridian.

These twelve meridians each connect to the twelve internal organs of the body, so they are all named after the connecting internal organs. Among them, Sanjiao refers to the entire chest of a person, the Pericardium is a region that maintains the heart, serving as its natural barrier, and the others are relatively easy to understand. It is very important to remember the names of these twelve internal organs. If you feel discomfort in any part of your body, if it is along the meridian passing through that place, it will come out as a match. From the perspective of the order of the twelve meridians, they are divided into two groups, one according to the hands and feet, and the other according to the Yin and Yang.

Meridian Time Expression

1. Lung Meridian of Hand Taiyin

The early morning hours (3 a.m. to 5 a.m.) – the Large Intestine meridian is旺盛. When you sleep soundly during this time, your complexion is rosy and your essence is full; – ‘The lung leads the hundred vessels.’ After the liver breaks the old and establishes the new blood in the hour of Ox, it presents the fresh blood to the lung, which distributes it throughout the body.

2. The Small Intestine Meridian of the hand

In the early morning (5 am to 7 am) – the Small Intestine meridian is strong. The intestines are active at this time, and the body’s waste products are excreted; ‘The lung is in a mutual exterior relationship with the intestines.’

3. The Stomach Meridian of the foot

In the early morning (7 am to 9 am) – the liver-gallbladder meridian is strong. Eating breakfast in the early morning at this time is easy to digest and absorb, and the digestion is the best.

4. The Spleen Meridian of the foot

In the morning (9 am to 11 am) – the Spleen meridian is strong. The spleen meridian is strong at this time, promoting blood production and the state of the human body; ‘The spleen governs transformation and the transportation of Qi, and controls blood.’

The Heart Meridian of the hand

At noon (11 am to 1 pm) – the Heart meridian is strong. A short rest at noon helps to calm the mind, improve sleep, and nourish the essence; ‘The heart governs the spirit, connects with the tongue, and its radiance is on the face.’

The Small Intestine Meridian of the hand

In the afternoon (1 pm to 3 pm) – the Small Intestine meridian is strong. At this time, the clear and turbid are separated, and drinking water can reduce fire; the colon separates the clear and turbid, sends the dampness to the bladder, and excretes the dregs into the intestines, with the essence being transported upwards to the spleen.

The Bladder Meridian of the foot

In the afternoon (3 pm to 5 pm) – the Bladder meridian is strong. The body fluid is sufficient at this time, nourishing the body and making it comfortable; the bladder stores dampness and body fluid, and the dampness is excreted outside the body, while the body fluid circulates in the body.

The Kidney Meridian of the foot

In the afternoon (5 pm to 7 pm) – the Spleen meridian is strong. The kidney stores essence at this time, and the original Qi is clear; ‘The kidney stores the essence of reproduction and the essence of the five internal organs. The kidney is the source of congenital Qi.’

The Pericardium Meridian of the hand

In the evening (7 pm to 9 pm) – the Pericardium meridian is strong. The Pericardium protects the heart, relieves stress, and makes the heart comfortable; ‘The Pericardium is the outer membrane of the heart, with multiple functions, and is the pathway for the circulation of Qi.’

The Sanjiao Meridian of the hand

In the evening (9 pm to 11 pm) – the Sanjiao meridian is strong. The meridians are open at this time, promoting health and beauty. The Sanjiao is the largest of the six bowels, with the function of governing all Qi and transporting waterways.

The Gallbladder Meridian of the foot

In the late night (11 pm to 1 am) – the liver-gallbladder meridian is strong. Sufficient sleep at this time prevents dark circles under the eyes; according to traditional Chinese medicine theory: ‘The liver is at ease, Qi is released to the bright gallbladder, and accumulates to cultivate immortality.’

The Liver Meridian of the foot

In the early hours (1 am to 3 am) – the liver meridian is strong. Not going to bed late in the early hours prevents facial spots; according to traditional Chinese medicine theory: ‘The liver stores blood.’ ‘When people sleep, blood returns to the liver.’

What are the benefits of massaging the 12 meridians of the body?

Promote blood circulation and relieve pain

Massage can help the blood and Qi to operate normally, improve the human body’s blood circulation system, unblock the meridians, and relieve human pain. If it is due to traumatic injuries, the location can also be corrected by bone-setting techniques.

Regulate function

The superficial acupoints and our internal organs are the same. Therefore, we can use massage to stimulate the superficial acupoints, which can achieve the effect of nourishing the five internal organs and six bowels, and maintaining a stable yin-yang balance.

Relieve fatigue

According to some acupoints on the human body with a stimulating effect, it can eliminate fatigue from both the body and the mind. For example, if one’s eyes feel tired due to overuse, they can perform some massage and health care on their own to improve visual fatigue and enhance work efficiency.

High blood pressure patients should avoid high-sugar foods, fried foods, and high-salt foods, as these can cause blood pressure to rise continuously and have an impact on health.

1. High-sugar foods: This includes bread, cakes, chocolate, and other foods with a high sugar content. After entering the body, these foods can affect the body’s circulation function and even cause blood sugar levels to rise.

2. Fried foods: This includes fried skewers, roasted chicken, fatty meat, and other ingredients, which can lead to increased blood pressure in the body and even cause the patient to experience hyperlipidemia.

3. High-salt foods: This includes pickled vegetables, preserved vegetables, and other ingredients. After entering the body, they will increase the burden on the kidneys and even cause the patient’s blood pressure to rise continuously, thereby exacerbating the condition.

What is peripheral neuropathy? The abducens nerve refers to the central nervous system and spinal nerve, autonomic nervous system, and nerve fibers, excluding the olfactory and optic nerves. Peripheral neuropathy is a common disease in our daily life, which can cause great damage to the human body. So, how to treat peripheral neuropathy? The abducens nerve refers to the central nervous system and spinal nerve, autonomic nervous system, and nerve fibers, excluding the olfactory and optic nerves. Abducens neuropathy refers to diseases that are primary to the abducens nerve system structure or functional damage.

The abducens nerve is divided into two parts in terms of function: sensory conduction and motor conduction. The former is composed of the posterior root of the spinal nerve, posterior root nerve fibers, and brain tactile nerve.

Peripheral sympathetic nerves can be divided into two types: myelinated and unmyelinated.

Sympathetic nerves are the basic constituent enterprises of the abducens nerve structure, many sympathetic nerves combine to form nerve bundles, and multiple nerve bundles form nerve trunks.

What are the causes of peripheral neuropathy

1. Infection

Commonly secondary or secondary to various acute and chronic infections, such as pharyngitis, bronchitis, pneumonia, dysentery, tuberculosis, infectious hepatitis, typhoid fever, mumps, etc., and a few can be caused by direct invasion of the abducens nerve by pathogens, such as leprosy neuritis. Syphilis and AIDS can cause both central nervous system damage and abducens nerve disease. Patients may not necessarily develop significant infectious symptoms after catching a cold, but may appear simple peripheral neuritis symptoms, which can be severe enough to cause symptoms of nerve trunks and nerve roots.

2. Nutritional metabolism disorder

Such as B vitamins or folic acid deficiency, insufficient thyroid hormone, diabetes, uremia, chronic digestive system diseases, liver disease, and pregnancy, etc. Long-term drinking can easily cause peripheral neuropathy. People who smoke heavily for a long time are actually very prone to peripheral neuropathy, in addition to tumors and cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases.

3. Poisoning or pathological changes

Heavy metal overload (such as lead, arsenic, mercury, phosphorus, thallium, etc.), furan derivatives (such as furosemide), berberine, isoniazid, streptomycin, phenytoin sodium, carbamazepine, chemotherapy drugs, hair dyes, and various chemical preparations in diversified factories, etc. are organic compounds.

Symptoms of peripheral neuropathy

1. Sensory disorders: Some numbness, burning, tingling, allergic skin sensation, lack of somatosensory line sensation, and more;

2. Motor disorders: Flaccid paralysis, muscle weakness, muscle atrophy;

3. Reflex surface obstruction: Tendon reflexes become weak or disappear;

4. Visceral nerve function problems: Some skin may become bright, reddish, or cyanotic, without sweat, or with little or excessive sweating, and the nails may become rough and brittle.

Treatment of peripheral neuropathy

Medication treatment for peripheral nerve damage is mainly used in the early stage of the disease, surgical treatment is used for damage that is not suitable for conservative treatment and requires surgical treatment, while rehabilitation training should be carried out at any time, whether it is in the early stage of peripheral nerve damage, during the postoperative recovery period, or before and after surgery.

The purpose of rehabilitation training for peripheral nerve damage is to alleviate or relieve pain, prevent and eliminate muscle atrophy, joint stiffness, avoid muscle atrophy, improve muscle tone, restore motor and sensory function, and ultimately restore the patient’s daily life and professional abilities.

The effects on the body involved cannot be fully recovered or completely repaired. The design of plans should be tailored to the specific situations. Assistive devices should be provided. Compensation training should be carried out.

Warm tips: Common peripheral nerve injuries include trigeminal neuralgia, refractory facial neuritis, polyneuritis (peripheral neuritis), acute infectious polyradiculoneuritis, brachial plexus nerve damage, ulnar nerve injury, radial nerve injury, median nerve injury, tibial nerve damage, common peroneal nerve damage, lateral femoral cutaneous neuritis, sciatica, costal neuritis, and more.

Can peripheral neuropathy medication work well?

In terms of peripheral neuropathy, the common treatment method at present is surgical treatment. As well as medication treatment and rehabilitation training, for patients to achieve the best effect, they should discover it as soon as possible and adopt intervention measures as soon as possible to promote nerve regeneration effectively.

Promote nerve regeneration. Early use of acupuncture and moxibustion therapy for patients with conservative treatment and nerve repair surgery is beneficial to the regeneration process of damaged nerves, and in addition, nerve regeneration promoting drugs can be used.

Maintain muscle quality and expect nerve reinnervation. Methods such as electroacupuncture, electrostimulation therapy, massage, passive exercise, and transmission of nerve impulses can be used to prevent, slow down, and alleviate the atrophy of denervated muscles, and maintain muscle quality.

Improve muscle tone to promote the recovery of motor function. Once the electromyogram of the affected muscle shows a large number of action potentials, it should start to improve the muscle tone training to promote the recovery of motor function.

Promote the recovery of sensory function

Eliminate psychological barriers. Patients with peripheral neuropathy damage usually have psychological problems. Methods such as medical education, psychological counseling, group therapy, patient demonstration, and occupational therapy can be used to eliminate or alleviate the psychological barriers of patients, so that they can actively carry out rehabilitation training.

Other common problems of peripheral neuropathy damage

1. Observe the movement status of the affected side and the perception of pain, temperature, and other stimulations; observe the changes in muscle tone and muscle strength, and pay attention to whether there is muscle atrophy.

2. General nursing should follow the general nursing routine for children’s rehabilitation; ensure patients have adequate rest, sleep quality, and nutrition.

3. Medical staff should encourage and assist patients in performing passive exercises and muscle massage at the bedside; guide sensory function training by selecting different materials (old cotton towels, silk), different warm objects (cold water, ice cubes, warm water) to stimulate the skin of the healthy side and the corresponding affected limb; regularly measure the size of the affected side accurately to understand the recovery status of the affected side; use the affected side in daily activities to promote rehabilitation.

What to eat for peripheral neuropathy

1. Eat more lean meat

The benefits of eating lean meat: it contains a variety of protein nutrients, which assist in the supplement of human nutrition and the repair of illness.

How to eat lean meat: it is recommended to consume 1-2 pieces per day.

2. Eat more seaweed

The benefits of patients with peripheral neuropathy eating seaweed: belonging to the category of seaweed ingredients, it has the effect of reducing the recovery of the nerves, which is beneficial to the patients.

How to eat seaweed: it is recommended to consume 30-50 grams per day.

3. Eat more walnuts

The benefits of eating walnuts: containing vitamin B2, it has the effect of nourishing the nerves and is beneficial for body recovery.

The term ‘Xue Feng Shou Hou’ is very terrifying, especially in martial arts dramas, where there is a traditional martial art that has reached the realm of ‘Xue Feng Shou Hou’. In fact, this word also has another meaning, that is, the name of a type of poison. Because of its strong side effects, it can easily cause the blood to coagulate, leading to poisoning and death, hence the name ‘Xue Feng Shou Hou’.

However, in addition to chronic poison, there is also a type of plant called ‘Xue Feng Shou Hou’ (Seal Blood to Silence) in nature, because the sap of this tree contains a very terrifying poison, which can cause fatal damage to humans or animals. According to statistics, the real name of the ‘Xue Feng Shou Hou’ tree is actually ‘poison箭毒木’.

These plants and trees are a type of plant commonly found in rainforests and sub-tropical forests. Among them, the poison箭毒木 living in the rainforest is highly toxic and grows vigorously. At an altitude of 1500 meters and below, it provides a very suitable growth environment, which allows the height of the poison箭毒木 in this area to reach 25-40 meters, and the diameter can reach 30-100 cm.

So, what are the side effects of the poison箭毒木? It is said that poison箭毒木 was once called ‘the most toxic plant and tree in the world’. Their branches have a milky white sap similar to milk, sticky and thick, looking harmless, but in fact this kind of milk-like sap is toxic. If the human lips or eyes accidentally come into contact with this toxic agent, the heart will stop breathing immediately, or the eyes will go blind at a moment’s notice.

In addition, if this harmful sap comes into contact with a wound on the body, then at this moment, the human blood vessels will close, and all the blood in the body will coagulate, and gradually the person will lose vital signs and die. It is said that in Xishuangbanna, Yunnan, a member of the Dai ethnic group climbed a mountain to hunt and was chased by a bear. At a time when there was no way to go, he climbed a tree and broke off a branch that reached into the bear’s mouth, and the bear died immediately.

After this, these harmful plants and trees were discovered. As for the harmful sap of the poison箭毒木, people have fully utilized its original function, which is to use this toxic tree sap for hunting. When encountering more difficult-to-deal-with predators, this kind of arrow is used to kill them. Therefore, if the prey is shot with an arrow, there is absolutely no possibility of survival, which is beneficial to the survival and development of humans.

Moxibustion is one of the traditional Chinese medical treatments, and regular moxibustion is beneficial for removing waste products from the body, helping to relieve stress and alleviate the pain of diseases. The body has many acupoints, and the effect of moxibustion varies from point to point. However, many people only know the benefits of moxibustion but are not aware of the taboos of moxibustion at the Yongquan acupoint. Therefore, it is necessary to understand the relevant basic knowledge before performing moxibustion.

As everyone knows, moxibustion is beneficial to physical and mental health, and the body has many acupoints, each corresponding to different internal organs and different therapeutic effects. Many people are now aware of the benefits of moxibustion at the Yongquan acupoint, but are not clear about the taboos. Therefore, it is necessary to understand its basic knowledge. Only in this way can moxibustion be used to treat the body reasonably and to fully exert the effect of moxibustion.

Let us take a look at what taboos there are for moxibustion at the Yongquan acupoint.

The first taboo of moxibustion at the Yongquan acupoint is that spicy foods should be avoided during moxibustion. During moxibustion, one must always pay attention to their diet, maintain a good diet structure, and avoid eating spicy foods. Spicy foods can affect gastrointestinal metabolism and accelerate blood flow. Since moxibustion at the Yongquan acupoint itself has the effect of dispersing blood and relaxing the meridians, this may cause the body’s blood flow to become too fast, possibly leading to other diseases.

The second taboo of moxibustion at the Yongquan acupoint is to be cautious with moxibustion for those allergic to mugwort leaves. For those who are allergic to mugwort leaves, it is best not to perform moxibustion. This is because not only will the effect of massaging the Yongquan acupoint not be achieved, but it may also cause an allergic reaction, leading to other diseases and being detrimental to the body’s health.

The third taboo of moxibustion at the Yongquan acupoint is that moxibustion should not be performed during a high fever or fainting. Gentle pressing on the Yongquan acupoint is sometimes used to rescue or awaken someone who is fainting. However, moxibustion cannot be performed in an unfavorable situation during a high fever or fainting.

The fourth taboo of moxibustion at the Yongquan acupoint is that women should avoid moxibustion during their menstrual period. It is strictly forbidden to perform moxibustion at the Yongquan acupoint during the menstrual period. If a woman needs to replenish her blood and Qi during her menstrual period, moxibustion may very likely cause excessive bleeding, affecting her physical health.

This is the taboo of moxibustion at the Yongquan acupoint. In addition to the above four taboos, people with negative emotions and those who eat too much are not suitable for moxibustion at the Yongquan acupoint. The taboos of moxibustion at the Yongquan acupoint must be paid close attention to. Otherwise, other diseases may be caused due to improper treatment, or the disease may be transformed into a more serious one. If there is an uncomfortable feeling during moxibustion at the Yongquan acupoint, one must inform the doctor and immediately stop moxibustion at the Yongquan acupoint.

Centipede, a traditional Chinese medicine name. It is the dried body of the small animal of the genus Scolopendra in the family Scolopendridae. It has the effects of relaxing the wind and calming the convulsion, attacking the poison and dissolving the abscess, promoting the pulse and relieving pain. It is mainly used for various causes of convulsions; boils and abscesses, scrofula and tuberculosis; rheumatic disease, arthralgia; recurrent headache; centipede bite injury.

Action

Relax the wind and calm the convulsion, attack the poison and dissolve the abscess, promote the pulse and relieve pain.

Main treatment

1. Key treatment of various causes of convulsions; boils and abscesses, scrofula and tuberculosis; rheumatic disease, arthralgia; recurrent headache; centipede bite injury.

2. Western medicine diagnosis of malignant tumor, parotitis, urinary and reproductive system stones, herpes zoster, rheumatoid arthritis, myasthenia gravis, tetanus, headache, chronic hepatitis, chronic nephritis, tuberculous sinus, oral ulcer, and other diseases belong to phlegm congestion meridians or internal heat of pathogenic factors, meridian and collaterals are blocked.

Usage and dosage

Oral: decocted into a decoction, 2-5g; ground into powder, 0.5-1g; or made into pills or powders. External application: sprinkle the powder, change the oil, or mix the powder with ointment.

Adverse reactions

1. Excessive use of the centipede can cause poisoning, mainly manifested as: nausea and vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea, unconsciousness, bradycardia, respiratory discomfort, decreased body temperature, decreased blood pressure, and so on. When hemolytic reaction occurs, the urine turns into soy sauce color, the feces become black, and hemolytic anemia symptoms appear. Allergic symptoms may cause allergic rashes all over the body, and severe cases may cause anaphylactic shock. There are also cases of liver function damage and subacute renal failure caused by taking centipede powder.

2. Causes of poisoning: one is the excessive use, and the other is the appearance of allergic symptoms in people with allergic constitution. Therefore, it is necessary to strictly control the amount of use and pay attention to the differences in physical quality, and people with allergic constitution should not use it.

3. Poisoning rescue: Early vomiting, gastric lavage; for bradycardia, intramuscular injection of atropine and other drugs can be used; for respiratory failure, central nervous system stimulants, brain-cleaning and antihypertensive drugs can be used; for allergic symptoms, antiallergic treatment should be given; for poisoning caused by taking the traditional Chinese medicine preparation of the centipede, tea can be used appropriately, frequent tea drinking, or use 120 grams of Pteris multifida, 90 grams of Lonicera japonica, 60 grams of licorice root, decocted for oral administration.