A case of lymphedema in both lower extremities

Publication date: 30 March 2014 Source:World Journal of Acupuncture - Moxibustion, Volume 24, Issue 1 Author(s): Zong-bao YANG , Ru-yu ZHAN Patient suffering from lymphedema in both lower extremities was treated, acupuncture was carried out at Zhōngw n ( CV 12), Shu fēn ( CV 9), Shu Dào ( ST 28), Zúsānl ( ST 36), Yīnlíngquán ( SP 9), Sānyīnjiāo ( SP 6), Yánglíngquán ( GB 34), Tàichōng ( LR 3) and Tàixī ( KI 3), and local TDP irradiation was also carried out to improve local blood circulation and promote lymph fluid backflow, and thus effectively alleviate lymphedema in both lower extremities. The treatment courses were short and painless, and no adverse effect was detected.
Source: World Journal of Acupuncture Moxibustion - Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research