The qi-regulating massotherapy for treatment of tonic headache in 150 cases.

ABSTRACT

OBJECTIVE: To observe the therapeutic effects of the qi-regulating massotherapy for treatment of tonic headache. METHODS: According to different clinical types, 150 cases of tonic headache were treated by the qi-regulating massotherapy. Evaluations were done according to the scores for physiology, behavior, intensity of pain, and the therapeutic effects. RESULTS: After treatment, the total score in the 150 cases significantly decreased as compared with that before treatment (P<0.01). The total effective rate was 93.3%, and the effective rates for all the types were over 90%. CONCLUSION: The qi-regulating massotherapy is indicated for all types of tonic headache with obvious therapeutic effects.