[Systematic evaluation of the therapeutic effect and safety of Xingnao Kaiqiao needling method in treatment of stroke].
OBJECTIVE
To evaluate the therapeutic effect and possible adverse effects of Xingnao Kaiqiao needling method in treatment of stroke.


METHODS
Adopt Cochrane system assessment methods.


RESULTS
Altogether 25 studies and 4 377 cases of stroke were enrolled. Xingnao Kaiqiao needling method had the tendency to decrease the fatality and the disablement rate, and it was better than the control group in improvement of nerve defect score and the therapeutic effect. In the studies enrolled, only 2 cases of pain were found.


CONCLUSIONS
Xingnao Kaiqiao needling method is safety and effective for stroke.
Yang
Zhi-xin
ZX
Chengde Medical College, Hebei 067000, China. yzx19972003@yahoo.com.cn
Shi
Xue-min
XM
D015670:Acupuncture Therapy / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000379:methods*; D006801:Humans; D016032:Randomized Controlled Trials as Topic; D020521:Stroke / Q000628:therapy*