ST-40 and ST-8 were needled with even method while all the other
points were needled with reinforcing method.Explanation Ren-12, ST-36, BL-20 and SP-3 were reinforced to tonify the Spleen.
Moxa was used on ST-36 to tonify Spleen-Yang.
LU-7 and L.I.-4 were used to stimulate the rising of clear Yang to the
head and open the head orifices.ST-8 is the main local point for headaches from Phlegm or Dampness.ST-40 was used with even method to resolve Phlegm.Turbid Phlegm-Wind
This pattern is similar to the previous one and it simply corresponds to a combined condition of
Phlegm and internal Wind. It is only seen in old people and it may indicate the likelihood of
Wind-stroke.
Treatment Principle
Resolve Phlegm, subdue Wind, pacify the Liver.
Acupuncture
General Prescription
ST-40 Fenglong, L.I.-4 Hegu, LIV-3 Taichong, S.I.-3 Houxi, BL-62 Shenmai, ST-8 Touwei,
Du-20 Baihui, G.B.-20 Fengchi. Reducing method on ST-40, L.I.-4, LIV-3 and G.B.-20, even
method on S.I.-3, BL-62, ST-8 and Du-20.
Explanation
- ST-40, L.I.-4, ST-8, and Du-20: the use of these points has already been explained under
the Phlegm-type headache. - LIV-3 subdues Wind and is an important point to relieve this type of headache. In
combination with Hegu L.I.-4, it subdues Wind from the face and head. - S.I.-3 and BL-62 in combination open the Governing vessel and subdue Wind. In
particular, by opening the Governing vessel they will also relieve the headache. - G.B.-20 subdues Wind and relieves headaches.