Preliminary Observation on Efficacy of Three-Character Scripture of Massage in Treating Malnutrition Children with Neurological Sequelae

Abstract

This study aimed to assess the efficacy of three–character scripture of massage in treating malnourished children with neurological sequelae. Objective and methods: Controlled clinical trials, comparison before and after treatment: 30 patients were diagnosed with moderate malnutrition belonging to the “Ganqi” of traditional medicine. The patients received health nutrition guidance and a three-character scripture of massage per day, every 30 minutes, for a total of 4 weeks. Results: After 4 weeks of treatment, the symptom score decreased from 20.07 ± 3.50 to 5.50 ± 2.94 and the anorexia value decreased from 17.17 ± 4.87 to 6.67 ± 3.62 (with p<0.05). Mean weight-for-age increased from -2.55 ± 0.26 to -1.81 ± 0.26 (p<0.05). Average weight increased from 11.94 ± 1.74 kg to 13.18 ± 1.76 kg (p<0.05). The rate of children recovering from malnutrition was 80%. Conclusions: Three-character scripture of massage was effective in treating moderate malnutrition in neurologically disabled children and helping children gain weight, reduce anorexia, and improve symptoms of disease.