Heart HEART_QI_STAG_HEAT

Heart Qi Stagnation with Heat

💊 Treatment principle: Move Heart Qi, clear heat, calm spirit.

Description

Chest tightness, restlessness, red tongue with yellow coating.

Clinical features

Chest tightness, restlessness, insomnia, red tongue with yellow coating, rapid tense pulse.

🏥 Scientific research

Western understanding:

Heart Qi stagnation with Heat correlates with chest pain triggered by heat, palpitations, and anxiety. Characterized by chest discomfort in hot weather, rapid pulse, and a wiry rapid 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 febrile conditions. Avoid warming techniques. Monitor temperature.

📚 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.

✅ Cupping advice

Highly effective

Technique: Moving

⏱️ Duration: 15 minutes

📅 Frequency: 1x per week

💪 Intensity: Moderate

Clinical notes:

Bewegende cupping is zeer effectief bij dit stagnatie syndroom

Special notes:

Use massage oil on the skin. Slowly glide cups along meridian direction. Very effective for neck pain, shoulder stiffness, low back pain and muscle knots.

🚫 Contraindications:

Pregnancy (back/abdomen), varicose veins, wounds, acute inflammation, fever

Recommended cupping points:

LI4 primary

Hegu 合谷

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LR3 primary

Taichong 太冲

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SP10 primary

Xuehai 血海

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