Questionnaire with acupuncturists to investigate the relationship between the dumai and dementia

Wilson, J. and Zhou, W.S. 2020. Questionnaire with acupuncturists to investigate the relationship between the dumai and dementia. Journal of Acupuncture and Meridian Studies. 13 (2), pp. 53-57. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jams.2020.02.001

TitleQuestionnaire with acupuncturists to investigate the relationship between the dumai and dementia
TypeJournal article
AuthorsWilson, J. and Zhou, W.S.
Abstract

The prevalence of elderly dementia and work-related back neck pain is high, and so is the associated cost. Is dementia, which can take 20–30 years to develop, linked to musculoskeletal problems earlier in life? Classic Chinese Medicine Governor Vessel (GV) theory has in fact detailed a correlation, but its acceptance appears to be influenced and even limited by some inconsistences in the literature. This study involved a nationwide online questionnaire of 381 practicing acupuncturists to investigate GV's usage and impact on brain function. The survey covers areas of the acupuncturist's experience, perception of GV usage, related symptoms, needling concerns and correlations with brain function. 39 completed questionnaires were returned, of which 38 were GV users, and nearly three quarters of respondents accepted that GV influences brain function. Only two respondents rejected this influence, but here several inconsistencies were found. The associations with GV were predominately found to be with the spine, kidney, and brain. Indications from practitioners suggested numerous forms of clinical usage of GV, predominately on spinal, cognitive and qi-blood movement issues. GV influence on the brain was accepted by most respondents with only a few expressing uncertainty. Further worldwide, larger population, in-depth studies and trials are needed to fully establish and expand upon these findings.

JournalJournal of Acupuncture and Meridian Studies
Journal citation13 (2), pp. 53-57
ISSN2005-2901
Year2020
PublisherElsevier
Publisher's version
License
CC BY-NC-ND 4.0
File Access Level
Open (open metadata and files)
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jams.2020.02.001
Publication dates
Published in printApr 2020
Published online06 Mar 2020

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