Spleen Qi Deficiency with Food Stagnation
Description
Fatigue, bloating, poor appetite and thick tongue coating.
Clinical features
Fatigue, bloating after eating, poor appetite, pale tongue, thick white coating, slippery pulse.
🏥 Scientific research
Western understanding:
Spleen Qi deficiency with Food stagnation correlates with postprandial fatigue, bloating, and loose stools. Characterized by fatigue after meals, abdominal distension, and a weak pulse.
Research evidence:
Research evidence for these patterns is emerging. Systematic reviews show acupuncture benefits for digestive disorders, cardiovascular conditions, and pain management. Studies demonstrate efficacy for IBS, angina, and functional dyspepsia. Large-scale RCTs recommended for temperature-sensitive pattern differentiation.
⚠️ Cautions
Caution in patients with severe digestive disorders. Avoid needling immediately after large meals.
📚 References
Zhang Y, et al. Acupuncture for angina. Heart. 2019. Wang L, et al. Acupuncture for IBS. Gut. 2020. Li M, et al. Acupuncture for functional dyspepsia. Gastroenterology. 2018. WHO Standard Acupuncture Point Locations. 2008.