Lung Qi Rebellion
Description
Coughing, wheezing, chest congestion and belching.
Clinical features
Coughing, wheezing, chest congestion, belching, shortness of breath, white tongue coating, tense pulse.
🏥 Scientific research
Western understanding:
Lung Qi rebellion correlates with asthma, COPD exacerbation, and severe cough. Characterized by cough, wheezing, dyspnea, and a wiry 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 conditions with vomiting or severe cough. Ensure patient is stable. Avoid needling during acute episodes if severe.
📚 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.