Treatment methods for insomnia due to blood stasis and paralysis
Blood stasis and paralysis is a common type of endogenous insomnia in traditional Chinese medicine. It is mainly characterized by shallow sleep, easy awakening, and excessive dreams. In this case, we can use some comprehensive treatments to alleviate it and ultimately improve sleep quality.
Drug treatment
In traditional Chinese medicine, according to individual differences and specific circumstances, psychological counselors may recommend that patients take some related herbal medicines or prescriptions for conditioning. For example:
- Ginseng: Ginseng has the effect of nourishing the heart and spleen, calming the mind and improving the intelligence. Commonly found in the following prescriptions: Liuwei Dihuang Pills, Guipi Pills, etc.
- Polygonum multiflorum: Polygonum multiflorum can activate blood circulation and remove blood clots, stimulate menstruation and stop bleeding, and have a positive impact on mental stress. Often used in combination with other herbs to achieve better results.
Acupuncture and massage
Acupuncture and massage techniques are ancient and effective non-drug treatments that play an important role in balancing the yin and yang of the body and unblocking the meridians. For insomnia problems caused by blood stasis and blockage, we often adopt the following methods:
-Acupuncture: By stimulating specific acupoints to adjust the circulation of Qi and blood in the human body, it can balance yin and yang, relieve pain and improve insomnia. Effect.
- Massage: Massage techniques combined with meridian massage can relieve tension, relax muscles, and help patients fall asleep. Professional massage therapists can develop treatment plans based on each individual\'s specific circumstances.
Psychological counseling and cognitive behavioral therapy
In addition to drug treatment and acupuncture and massage, psychological counseling and cognitive behavioral therapy are another effective treatment methods. These methods mainly start from the perspective of thinking, helping patients establish positive and healthy thinking patterns and cope with negative emotions such as stress and anxiety.
- Psychological counseling: Listening to the patient\'s inner world and providing support is one of the important tasks in psychological counseling. Reduce inner pressure by calming the patient\'s emotions and providing some suggestions and solutions.
- Cognitive behavioral therapy: Through a series of technical means such as cognitive restructuring and relaxation training, it helps patients change negative thinking patterns and habitual insomnia behaviors, adjust life patterns and establish healthy bedtime habits.
Diet and lifestyle conditioning
In addition to drug treatment, acupuncture and massage, and psychological consultation, a reasonable diet structure and a good lifestyle are also effective in improving insomnia caused by blood stasis and obstruction. Positive effects:
- Dietary conditioning: balanced dietary structure, moderate intake of nutrient-rich foods such as vegetables, fruits, whole grains, etc. Avoid or limit excessive irritating foods such as spicy and greasy foods, which can have adverse effects on the body.
- LifestyleStyle adjustment: maintain a fixed work and rest schedule, perform appropriate exercise every day and pay attention to getting enough rest. Optimize your sleeping environment, avoid long-term exposure to bright light, and reduce the time you spend using electronic devices.
The treatment of insomnia due to blood stasis and obstruction is a process that takes multiple aspects into consideration. Patients can choose a treatment plan that suits them based on their individual circumstances, under the guidance of doctors and psychological counselors, and combine it with diet and lifestyle adjustments to achieve the best results.
