Exploring the rules of related parameters in acupuncture for post-stroke dysphagia based on data mining

• DOI: 10.3389/fneur.2024.1394348
• Publication Date: 2024-05-24T13:22:52Z
• Authors: Minmin Wu; Wenjing Song; Xue Wang; Qiang Tang; Weibin Gao; Luwen Zhu
• Keywords: Dry Needling; Stroke

Background Post-stroke dysphagia (PSD) affects the efficacy and safety of swallowing, causing serious complications. Acupuncture is a promising cost-effective treatment for PSD; however, as number randomized controlled trials increases, scientific analysis parameters acupoint prescription required. Therefore, this study aimed to explore effects acupuncture on related post-stroke (PSD). Methods We searched Cochrane Library, PubMed, Embase, Web Science, China National Knowledge Infrastructure, Wanfang Database, Chinese Biomedical Literature, Chongqing VIP Database PSD in last 15 years relevant were analyzed using data mining techniques. Results In total, 3,205 records identified, which 3,507 patients with included 39 studies. The comprehensive demonstrated that closest parameter combinations 0.25 mm × 40 needle size, 30 min retention time, five treatments per week, 4-week total course treatment. Additionally, gallbladder nontraditional meridians, crossing points, head neck sites are most commonly used parameters. core acupoints identified GB20, RN23, EX-HN14, Gongxue, MS6, SJ17, EX-HN12, EX-HN13, combination RN23. Conclusion This patterns PSD-related needling provide evidence-based guidelines clinical acupuncturists treating PSD, potentially benefitting affected patients.