The qi-regulating massotherapy for treatment of tonic headache in 150 cases

J Tradit Chin Med. 2009 Mar;29(1):13-8. doi: 10.1016/s0254-6272(09)60024-8.

Abstract

Objective: To observe the therapeutic effects of the qi-regulating massotherapy for treatment of tonic headache.

Methods: According to different clinical types, 150 cases of tonic headache were treated by the qi-regulating massotherapy. Evaluations were done according to the scores for physiology, behavior, intensity of pain, and the therapeutic effects.

Results: After treatment, the total score in the 150 cases significantly decreased as compared with that before treatment (P<0.01). The total effective rate was 93.3%, and the effective rates for all the types were over 90%.

Conclusion: The qi-regulating massotherapy is indicated for all types of tonic headache with obvious therapeutic effects.

Publication types

  • Clinical Trial
  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Case-Control Studies
  • Female
  • Headache / physiopathology
  • Headache / therapy*
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Massage*
  • Middle Aged
  • Pain Measurement
  • Qi*
  • Young Adult