Hypertension is a common health problem in the 21st century, posing a greater threat to the elderly in particular. The condition is characterized by persistently elevated arterial blood pressure, exceeding 140/90mmHg, and may be accompanied by symptoms such as headaches, dizziness, and tinnitus. Long-term hypertension can damage organs such as the heart, brain, and kidneys.
Traditional Chinese medicine treats hypertension by emphasizing the balance of Qi and blood. Treatment methods include cupping therapy and gua sha. During cupping therapy, acupoints such as Dazhui, Bladder Shu, Quchi, and Zusanli are selected, with specific acupoints added based on different constitutions (such as kidney essence deficiency, liver fire hyperactivity, and yin deficiency with yang hyperactivity). Gua sha focuses on the Du meridian, Bladder meridian, acupoints from Baihui to Dazhui, as well as acupoints on the neck, shoulder, back, and arms, which also need adjustments based on individual constitutions.
Traditional Chinese medicine theory suggests that hypertension has diverse causes involving emotions, genetics, lifestyle habits, etc. Emotional stagnation, hereditary obesity, lack of exercise, aging, and other chronic diseases can all lead to abnormal blood lipid metabolism, thereby triggering hypertension. Therefore, maintaining a good mentality, moderate exercise, and ensuring adequate sleep are essential for preventing and controlling hypertension.
In daily care, hypertensive patients should avoid sharp changes in temperature that can cause sudden constriction and dilation of blood vessels, ensure sufficient and high-quality sleep, avoid excessively cold dietary habits, and adhere to moderate exercise to strengthen vascular elasticity and improve blood circulation. Through comprehensive management, blood pressure can be effectively controlled, reducing the burden on the cardiovascular system.
In conclusion, the prevention and treatment of hypertension is a comprehensive process that combines traditional Chinese medicine theory with adjustments in modern lifestyle, helping patients better manage this chronic disease.
