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Quansheng Lu, CMD, PhD, LAc
Traditional Chinese Medicine For Epilepsy
Wholelife Chinese Medicine & Acupuncture
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Traditional Chinese Medicine For Epilepsy

Traditional Chinese Medicine For Epilepsy

Over countless millennia, Traditional Chinese Medicine has unfurled its therapeutic embrace within the heart of China, casting its influence across horizons, notably igniting a luminous ascent in Europe and the United States. An ever-swelling throng now turns its gaze toward the realm of Chinese medicine and its kindred spirit, Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM), seeking the nurturing touch of holistic healthcare. Painted upon the canvas of statistics by the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine (NCCAM), the year 2007 witnessed a remarkable transformation, with 38% of adults, 44% of those aged 50-59, and even 12% of the youthful cohort embarking on a CAM journey.

Within this multifaceted tapestry of medical exploration, epilepsy emerges as a poignant narrative thread, tracing its roots back to the ancient pages of the Chinese Medicine Classic, the Huang Di Nei Jing, penned more than two millennia ago. The venerable tradition of Chinese herbal medicine and the refined choreography of acupuncture stand as the principal pillars of this ancient healthcare symphony.

In the gallery of recent studies, a vibrant tableau of promise takes shape, capturing the potential of Chinese medicine’s potent blend of herbal alchemy and acupuncture in the treatment of epilepsy. Woven within this tapestry are the age-old remedies, with herbal blessings bestowed upon humanity since the dawn of antiquity. Consider, for instance, tian ma, the esteemed root of Gastrodia, a staple within China’s pharmacopeia, renowned for its role in addressing epilepsy and other maladies.

The annals of medical history unveil an intriguing trio of cases, where individuals grappling with intractable epilepsy found solace through the traditional herbal formulation Bu-yang-huan-wu-tang. Echoing through the corridors of time are the resounding endorsements from reviewers, spotlighting studies that illuminate the potential anticonvulsant properties of Chinese herbal remedies like Qingyangsen and Zhenxianling, offering a harmonious note of hope with fewer dissonant side effects compared to conventional antiepileptic medications.

In the elaborate mosaic of healing, acupuncture emerges as a poignant brushstroke, gracefully wielded by Traditional Chinese Medicine. Anecdotal accounts intertwine with mouse studies, suggesting the potential efficacy of acupuncture against epileptic seizures and the cellular toll they bear. A Norwegian chapter adds to this tapestry, where a trial involving 29 individuals grappling with unyielding epilepsy explored the potential of acupuncture, revealing promising but not yet statistically significant results.

The choreography of healing, however, often calls for a dual performance, harmonizing herbal medicine with acupuncture in a synergistic dance. Typically spanning 3-6 months, this therapeutic pas de deux seeks to mend the discordant notes of epilepsy, crafting a melody of health and vitality.

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