Effect observation and nursing of Tongbi exercise in relief of rheumatoid arthritis pain: A case report (通痹操缓解类风湿关节炎疼痛1例临床观察及护理)

This paper reviewed the effect observation and nursing measures of Tongbi exercise in relief of rheumatoid arthritis pain in a patient. The Tongbi exercise was carried out under the guidance of basic theory of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and its procedure and precautions were highlighted. Other nursing interventions included guidance for daily living, TCM diet therapy, emotional care. Tongbi exercise is potentially effective to promote blood circulation, dredge collaterals, relieve pain and improving joint function. (本文总结1例类风湿关节炎(RA)患者行通痹操缓解关节疼痛的效果及护理措施, 包括通痹操功能锻炼的操作步骤、注意事项以及生活指导、中医食疗、情志护理等常规护理方法。通痹操具有舒经活血、通络止痛、改善关节功能的作用, 能有效减轻患者关节疼痛, 提高患者日常生活能力。)