Spleen Qi Stagnation with Cold
Description
Bloating, abdominal pain that improves with warmth, cold limbs.
Clinical features
Bloating, abdominal pain that improves with warmth, cold hands and feet, white tongue coating, tense pulse.
🏥 Scientific research
Western understanding:
Spleen Qi stagnation with Cold correlates with abdominal bloating triggered by cold, loose stools, and cold extremities. Characterized by bloating in cold weather, diarrhea, and a weak slow 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 cold intolerance. Use warming techniques. Monitor for hypothermia symptoms.
📚 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.