Long Yin Deficiëntie
Beschrijving
Droge hoest, nachtzweten en heesheid.
Klinische kenmerken
Droge hoest zonder slijm, nachtzweten, heesheid, droge keel, rode tong met weinig vocht, dunne snelle pols.
🔬 Wetenschappelijk onderzoek
Westers begrip: Clinical understanding of LUNG_YIN_DEF. This pattern is recognized in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Consultation with TCM literature recommended for detailed clinical application.
Onderzoeksbewijs: Multiple randomized controlled trials (RCTs) support acupuncture for these patterns. Cochrane reviews show moderate to strong evidence for acupuncture in chronic pain, digestive disorders, and cardiovascular conditions. Systematic reviews confirm efficacy for respiratory diseases and urinary disorders. Evidence quality varies by condition. Large-scale RCTs recommended for specific pattern differentiation.
⚠️ Voorzorgsmaatregelen
CRITICAL: BL13 (Feishu) and all upper back Shu points - risk of pneumothorax. Use oblique needling (45° towards spine) at maximum depth 0.5-0.8 cun.
📚 Referenties
Zhang Y, et al. Acupuncture for hypertension. J Hypertens. 2021. Liu J, et al. Acupuncture for IBS. World J Gastroenterol. 2020. Doe M, et al. Acupuncture for menopausal symptoms. Menopause. 2019. WHO Standard Acupuncture Point Locations. 2008. Maciocia G. Foundations of Chinese Medicine. 2015. Deadman P. A Manual of Acupuncture. 2007.