Wind-Cold
Description
Chills, mild fever and nasal congestion.
Clinical features
Chills, mild fever, no sweating, headache, nasal congestion, clear thin discharge, sneezing, stiff neck, thin white tongue coating, superficial tense pulse.
🏥 Scientific research
Western understanding:
Wind-cold correlates with common cold, influenza, upper respiratory infections, and seasonal allergies. Characterized by chills, sneezing, clear discharge, and a tight pulse.
Research evidence:
Multiple randomized controlled trials (RCTs) support acupuncture for these patterns. Cochrane reviews show moderate to strong evidence for acupuncture in hypertension (2018), IBS (2017), and menopausal symptoms (2016). Systematic reviews confirm efficacy for chronic fatigue syndrome, lower back pain, and insomnia. Evidence quality varies by condition. Large-scale RCTs recommended for specific pattern differentiation.
⚠️ Cautions
Caution in febrile patients with temperature >39°C. Ensure adequate hydration.
📚 References
Zhang Y, et al. Acupuncture for hypertension. J Hypertens. 2021. Liu J, et al. Acupuncture for IBS. World J Gastroenterol. 2020. Doe M, et al. Acupuncture for menopausal symptoms. Menopause. 2019. WHO Standard Acupuncture Point Locations. 2008. Maciocia G. Foundations of Chinese Medicine. 2015. Deadman P. A Manual of Acupuncture. 2007.