How effective is acupuncture for nearsightedness?

Currently, myopia disease in the community has an increasing number of patients. Because of the needs and requirements as well as the mode of working and studying in this modern society. Myopia also makes patients encounter many difficulties and discomforts in life. Therefore, the need for treatment is always interested in understanding the patient's needs. Does acupuncture without myopia really work? And how are acupuncture for people with myopia? Invite your friends with SignsSymptomsList to see some information below.

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• What is nearsightedness?
• How does acupuncture work for people with myopia?
• Acupuncture methods for nearsighted people
• Note when choosing acupuncture for nearsighted people
• Other oriental medicine methods to support people with myopia

What is nearsightedness?

Myopia, Nearsightedness, which has become more common in recent years, is the most common refractive error in the eye, especially among students and young workers.

In a normal eye, the image is focused on the retina. When I am nearsighted, instead of focusing on the retina, the image is now focused in front of the retina. Myopia interferes with learning and daily activities, reducing vision. The students' nearsightedness increased rapidly because the eyes had to adjust a lot, they were prone to myopia from 7-16 years old.

Myopia is a common refractive error and tends to be younger

How does acupuncture work for people with myopia?

Currently, there have been many studies around acupuncture treatment for nearsightedness . Myopia is a progressive disease. Acupuncture according to traditional medicine can significantly improve and slow down the progression of myopia.

The study of Xuming Yang et al. (2012) evaluated the effects of acupuncture on 50 myopic adolescent patients. The study used interventional acupoints of Toan Tru (BL 2), Thai Duong (EX-HN 5), Tu Bach (ST 2), Hec Co (LI 4), Bach Hoi (GV 20), Cau Hau (EX- Hanoi 7). Intervention period 4 months. Results showed that acupuncture slowed the progression of myopia in adolescents.

Acupuncture methods for myopia treatment have been attracting much attention

A meta-analysis by Haixia Gao et al (2020) reported that auricular acupuncture was effective in slowing the progression of myopia in children and adolescents. The effectiveness of ear acupuncture is better than that of eye exercises, or eye drops, and the effect is comparable to that of acupuncture.

Chung Mai Toan et al (1982) used electric apricot blossom acupuncture to treat 1158 cases of myopia with 99% efficiency, of which 74.7% improved eyesight by 3 steps. Also with the above method, another study published in 2011 showed an efficiency of 88.90%.

Acupuncture methods for nearsighted people

Myopia is often called "near vision". Acupuncture may alleviate nearsightedness in children .

Treatment: select local acupoints and coordinate with distant acupoints. Moderate stimulation.

Specify acupoints

• Acupressure group 1 includes: Thua Khac, Tinh Minh, and Hop Coc.
• Group 2 acupoints include: E Minh (acupoint), Phong Tri, and Quang Minh.

Usually use acupressure group 1. If the patient is cured, continue to use these points. If the results are not clear, try using group 2 acupoints. Acupressure once a day, keep the needle for 10-15 minutes. Each course of treatment is 10 days. Then take a 5-7 day break and then continue.

In addition, according to other methods of acupuncture treatment for nearsightedness, we can refer.

Apricot blossom

Chung Mai Toan et al (1982) used electric apricot blossom acupuncture to treat 1158 cases of myopia with 99% efficiency, of which 74.7% improved eyesight by 3 steps. The acupuncture points used are Chinh Quang 1, Chinh Quan 2 as the main, supplementing Phong Tri, Noi Quan, Dai mace. Tap the apricot needle 20-50 times, in the acupoint 0.5-1.5cm wide. Also with the above method, another study published in 2011 showed an efficiency of 88.90%. Chinh Quang 1 is in between Toan Tru and Ngu Yeu, Chinh Quang 2 is at Ty Tru Khong and Ngu Yeu.

Note when choosing acupuncture for nearsighted people

Notes for acupuncturists to treat myopia are the same as general notes for other diseases.

During acupuncture, if there are the following phenomena:

• Dizziness.
• Dizzy.
• Sweating.
• Tired and uncomfortable.

It is necessary to immediately notify the doctor or medical staff for timely treatment measures.

Patients with pre-existing cardiovascular diseases such as hypertension... need to inform the doctor in advance to consider before performing the technique.

Other oriental medicine methods to support people with myopia

In addition to acupuncture to treat nearsightedness , oriental medicine also has other methods to support this disease such as:

Massage, acupressure

In 1963, the Chinese Government approved the appointment of eye massage exercises, acupressure treatment for myopia by acupressure for children to prevent and protect eyesight in children. The 16-point massage exercises are located on the face and around the eyes: Tinh Minh (BL 1), Math Tru (BL 2), Thua Khac (ST 1), Tu Bach (ST 2), Dong Tu Lieu (GB 1) ), Ty Tru no (TE 23), Ngu Yeu (EX HN 4), Thai Duong (EX HN 5). 1 minute each acupressure.

In a study of 190 nearsighted children, they did this exercise every day before going to school. The results showed that there was a significant improvement in visual acuity compared with the control group. However, the effect is quite modest (-0.10 D). Another study looked at 201 children who did at least 5 minutes of exercise every day for 2 consecutive years. The results of the intervention group slowed the progression of myopia compared with the group that did not practice the above exercise.

Herbal medicines

Vuong Van Tu et al. (1998) used the remedy of Longan eye medicine combined with eye massage to treat 300 cases of myopia with good results. Longan Khang canopy includes: Ginseng, Xuyen Son Armor, Toan List, Chrysanthemum flower, Thanh Tuong Tu, Honey Butt Flower, Thao Resolve Minh, Cau Giay, Born Earth, Single Skin, Trach Chou, Hoai Son, Son Thu, Bach Truc , Tri samples, all equal quantities. Hoang Nghien and colleagues (2011) used the remedy Ich Thi Minh Muoi (Thach bone pot, Vien chi, Phuc Linh, Party Ginseng, Hoang Ky, Hoai Son, Son Thu, Gou Ky, Thu Ty Tu, Thuyen Thong, etc.) Tribulus, Licorice) treated 33 cases of myopia with 87.5% efficiency, improving vision 2-3 steps.

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Above are some information to answer the question of whether acupuncture for nearsightedness is really effective? Patients diagnosed with myopia, if they need acupuncture treatment, should go to reputable traditional medical facilities for examination and treatment. We hope that this article will provide you with more information.