Wind-Koude
Beschrijving
Koude rillingen, lichte koorts en neusverstopping.
Klinische kenmerken
Koude rillingen, lichte koorts, geen zweten, hoofdpijn, neusverstopping, helder dun snot, niezen, stijve nek, dunne witte tongcoating, oppervlakkige gespannen pols.
🏥 Wetenschappelijk onderzoek
Westers begrip:
Wind-cold correlates with common cold, influenza, upper respiratory infections, and seasonal allergies. Characterized by chills, sneezing, clear discharge, and a tight pulse.
Onderzoeksbewijs:
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.
⚠️ Waarschuwingen
Caution in febrile patients with temperature >39°C. Ensure adequate hydration.
📚 Referenties
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.