About this historical patient account: The information below describes reported observations from one case. It does not establish treatment efficacy, safety, a causal relationship or an expected outcome. Outcomes vary, and reported improvement does not demonstrate cure. Do not change prescribed medicines or delay established care based on this account.

Patient Information:

• Name: Mr. Zhang
• Diagnosis: Heart Fire Hyperactivity (post-subdural hematoma removal surgery)
• Date of Birth (D.O.B): August 1, 1991
• Gender: Male
• Country: China

Treatment: Eliminating Heart-Fire + Body & Tongue Acupuncture + Electric Acupuncture

Medical History:
One month post-surgery for subdural hematoma removal, Mr. Zhang presented with heart fire hyperactivity symptoms.

Medical Condition Before TCM Treatment:

• Symptoms:
  • Aphasia
  • Right-sided limbs paralysis; strength: zero (right upper limb feeling normal, right lower limb weak)
  • Poor urinary continence
  • Incomplete memory
  • Short sleep with fits of uncontrollable laughter
• Tongue: Red tip
• Pulse: Strong and rapid

TCM Treatment for Heart Fire Hyperactivity:

Eliminating heart-fire + Body & Tongue Acupuncture + Electric Acupuncture

Medical Condition After TCM Treatment:

• Symptoms improvement after 4 weeks of continuous treatment:
  • Reported improvement in limb function; the account does not state a validated scale supporting a percentage recovery
  • Significantly improved memory and language ability
  • Discharged to local hospital for continued recuperation
• Follow-up (6 months later):
  • Overall excellent recovery, with slight limp in right lower limb