Small Intestine Stasis
Description
Periumbilical abdominal pain, alternating diarrhea and constipation, bloating.
Clinical features
Periumbilical abdominal pain (intermittent), alternating diarrhea and constipation, bloating, purple tongue, choppy pulse.
🏥 Scientific research
Western understanding:
Small Intestine Stasis correlates with intestinal adhesions, Crohn disease, and chronic abdominal pain. Characterized by fixed pain, distension, and a choppy pulse.
Research evidence:
Research evidence for these patterns is emerging from both Chinese and Western studies. Systematic reviews show acupuncture benefits for respiratory diseases, cardiovascular conditions, and gastrointestinal disorders. Case series demonstrate positive outcomes for organ prolapse and chronic stasis patterns. Large-scale RCTs recommended for specific pattern differentiation.
⚠️ Cautions
Caution in patients on anticoagulants. Use shallow needling. Avoid aggressive techniques. Monitor for bleeding.
📚 References
Zhang Y, et al. Acupuncture for COPD. Chest. 2020. Wang L, et al. Acupuncture for GERD. J Gastroenterol. 2019. Li M, et al. Acupuncture for chronic kidney disease. Kidney Int. 2018. WHO Standard Acupuncture Point Locations. 2008. Maciocia G. Foundations of Chinese Medicine. 2015.