[Analysis of multi-factorial influence of hand numbness from the perspective of traditional Chinese medicine]
Hand numbness is a symptom that is commonly seen, many people tend to ascribe it as cervical spondylosis. However, according to traditional Chinese medicine, hand numbness is not only caused by cervical spondylosis, but also affected by various factors. This article will analyze the multi-factorial influence of hand numbness from the perspective of traditional Chinese medicine, this helps the public to understand better about the complexity behind.
1. Blockage of meridians lead to hand numbness
Traditional Chinese medicine believes that human body meridian system runs through the whole body, including our hands.
When our hands meridians are blocked, the flow of Qi and blood is not smooth, hence the symptoms of hand numbness will appear.
This blockage can be caused by many reasons, such as cold dampness, Qi stagnation, blood stasis, etc.
Therefore, hand paralysis is not a single disease but a symptom, it is necessary to find the cause through syndrome differentiation and treatment.
2. Hand numbness caused by viscera dysfunction
Traditional Chinese medicine emphasizes the interrelationships between human body internal organs. Hands problem may be related to the dysfunction of body internal organs.
For example, liver Qi stagnation can lead to poor flow of Qi and blood in hands meridians, causing hand numbness; kidney “Yang” deficiency may lead to insufficient “Yang Qi” in hands, causing abnormal sensations in the hands, etc.
Therefore, when treating hand numbness, traditional Chinese medicine will appraise patient’s overall condition and regulate functions of viscera to achieve the purpose of deoppilate meridians and restore the sensation of hands.
3. Hand numbness caused by trauma or overuse
Trauma or overuse of hand muscles, bones, and joints are also common causes of hand paralysis.
Vigorous impact or squeezing, as well as repetitive exercises can cause tissue damage or muscle fatigue, which can lead to hand numbness.
When TCM Practitioner treats this kind of issue, acupuncture, massage, herbs and other methods are used to promote blood circulation, relieve inflammation or muscle tension, and help restore hand function.
4. Malnutrition or physical weakness
Malnutrition or physical weakness may also cause hand numbness.
TCM Practitioner thinks Qi, blood and nutrients supplied by body is crucial for nerves to function normally.
When the body lacks of sufficient nutrition or weak, hands blood circulation will be slow, resulting in hand numbness.
In this case, TCM Practitioner uses herbs to regulate diet, acupuncture and moxibustion to enhance the body’s Qi, blood and nutrient absorption, improving overall health level, thus improve the symptoms of hand numbness.
Conclusion :
Hand numbness is not only caused by cervical spondylosis. According to TCM, hand numbness is a symptom caused by combination of various factors.Blockage of meridians, dysfunction of viscera, trauma or overuse, malnutrition or physical weakness etc. might be the cause of hand numbness.
Therefore, in treatments of traditional Chinese medicine, it is necessary to fully consider individual conditions and apply treatment based on different condition to achieve the purpose of deoppilate meridians, regulating viscera and restoring the functions of hands.
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