Muscular dystrophy is a rare genetic disorder that causes gradual muscle atrophy and loss of function. For children, this disease not only affects their physical health, but also puts a huge strain on their psyche. For these children and their parents, exercise is one of the most important means of muscular dystrophy. However, due to the different physical conditions of children, some children may face difficulties in exercising.
Traditional Chinese medicine believes that the cause of muscular dystrophy is the deficiency of the liver and kidneys, and the weakness of the spleen and stomach, resulting in poor flow of qi and blood, and the loss of nourishment of muscles. Therefore, the method of muscular dystrophy in traditional Chinese medicine is mainly to improve muscle function by regulating qi and blood, nourishing the liver and kidneys, and strengthening the spleen and stomach. When it comes to exercise, TCM also gives some advice that can help children overcome the difficulties of exercising.
First, TCM recommends proper massage and acupuncture for muscular dystrophy children**. Massage can promote blood circulation and lymphatic return, relieve muscle fatigue and stiffness; Acupuncture stimulates muscles and nerves, regulates qi, blood and visceral functions. These methods can help children reduce muscle pain and discomfort and improve muscle flexibility and strength.
Second, traditional Chinese medicine believes that dietary conditioning is also one of the important means of muscular dystrophy. Parents should formulate a reasonable diet plan according to the specific situation of their children to ensure that the nutrition is balanced and sufficient. TCM recommends that children eat more foods that nourish the liver and kidneys, strengthen the spleen and stomach, such as pork liver, chicken, beef, astragalus, codonopsis, etc. At the same time, it is also necessary to avoid eating foods that are too spicy, greasy and irritating, so as not to aggravate the condition.
Third, TCM emphasizes the importance of exercise. Although children with muscular dystrophy may face difficulty exercising, proper exercise can promote the flow of qi and blood and muscle growth. TCM recommends that children do some gentle stretching exercises and muscle exercises, such as tai chi, yoga, walking, etc. These exercises can help children relieve muscle pain and stiffness and improve muscle strength and flexibility.
In addition to the above three suggestions, TCM also reminds parents to pay attention to their children's psychological state. Muscular dystrophy not only affects children's physical health, but also brings great stress and distress to their psyche. Parents should give their children enough care and support to help them build confidence and face the disease positively. At the same time, parents should also pay attention to their emotional state and avoid passing on anxiety and stress to their children.