Traditional Chinese medicine pillow inner and pillow for treating cervical spondylosis

Abstract

The invention belongs to the field of traditional Chinese medicine, and discloses a traditional Chinese medicine pillow inner and a pillow for treating cervical spondylosis. The medicine of the traditional Chinese medicine pillow inner comprises kudzuvine roots, notopterygium roots, angelica sinensis, ligusticum wallichii, folium artemisiae argyi, cassia twigs, radix clematidis, cassia seeds, rhizoma acori graminei and wild chrysanthemum flowers. The traditional Chinese medicine pillow inner is simple in compatibility, definite in curative effect, convenient to use and easy to accept by people. Experimental results show that the traditional Chinese medicine pillow core has a good curative effect on nerve root type cervical spondylosis and mixed type cervical spondylosis, and data show that after treatment, the total VAS score of an experimental group is reduced to 1.892 + / -0.606 and is obviously better than that of a control group by 1.027 + / -0.492; the NPQ percentage of a test group is reduced to 16.26% + / -12.91% and is obviously better than that of a control group by 5.31% + / -7.18%; the total PSQI score of a test group is reduced to 4.24 + / -3.235, which is obviously better than 1.25 + / -2.310 of that of a control group. It can be foreseen that the traditional Chinese medicine composition also has a good improvement effect on cervical vertebra sub-health.

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Technical Field

[0001] The invention belongs to the field of traditional Chinese medicine, and particularly relates to a traditional Chinese medicine pillow core and a pillow for treating cervical spondylosis. Background Art

[0002] Cervical spondylosis refers to degenerative changes in the cervical intervertebral discs and subsequent pathological changes in adjacent structures, which can affect surrounding tissues (nerves, blood vessels, etc.) and present with clinical manifestations corresponding to radiographic changes. Based on the different clinical manifestations resulting from the involvement of different tissue structures, cervical spondylosis can be categorized as cervical, radiculopathy, spinal, vertebral artery, sympathetic, and mixed. Cervical spondylotic radiculopathy (CSR) is the most common, accounting for approximately 60% of cervical spondylosis cases. Patients with cervical radiculopathy often complain of abnormal sensations such as pain in the occipital region, neck, and shoulders, accompanied by typical radiculopathy symptoms (numbness and pain in the arms). These symptoms are localized to the areas innervated by the cervical spinal nerves, and physical examinations reveal positive neck compression tests or brachial plexus traction tests. Modern medicine believes that CSR is caused by compression or inflammatory stimulation of the nerve roots due to long-term strain, acute injury, and joint degeneration, leading to pain, numbness, and functional limitations in the affected areas.

[0003] Cervical spondylosis is common in middle-aged and elderly people, with a slightly higher incidence in men than in women, and the incidence rate increases significantly with age. With the development of the economy and society, the widespread use of computers and smartphones, and long hours spent at a desk, the incidence of cervical spondylosis is gradually increasing, and the age of onset is becoming younger. Epidemiological surveys show that more than one-third of people worldwide experience neck pain symptoms lasting at least three months, and chronic neck pain associated with cervical spondylosis is one of the leading causes of disability in people aged 25 to 64. Current clinical treatment strategies primarily focus on relieving symptoms, delaying disease progression, and restoring physiological function. Conservative treatments include physical therapy, including cervical traction, low-frequency pulsed electrotherapy, and ultrasound therapy, which improve local circulation through mechanical manipulation or energy stimulation. However, the effectiveness of these treatments varies significantly from person to person, and the recurrence rate is high.

[0004] Traditional Chinese Medicine classifies radiculopathy as "bi syndrome" or "neck and shoulder pain." Externally, it can be caused by wind, cold, and dampness invading the body, or by trauma. Puji Fang states: "Taiyang disease is caused by wind-cold in the hands and feet Taiyang meridians, leading to poor circulation of qi and blood, resulting in stiffness, pain, and aversion to cold. Alternatively, a Taiyang stroke, coupled with cold and dampness, can also cause spasms in the neck." Suwen states that the three types of bi syndrome, xingbi, zhubi, and tongbi, are all caused by wind, cold, and dampness. Zhengzhi Zhunsheng notes that neck sprains and prolonged sitting can lead to disharmony of qi and blood, resulting in irreversible neck pain. Internally, the condition can also be caused by qi and blood deficiency, liver and kidney deficiency, and emotional distress. Yiyi Yuanyuan states that qi deficiency fails to promote blood circulation and nourish the meridians, resulting in numbness, while blood deficiency fails to nourish the muscles, causing blood stagnation and numbness. Yiji suggests that long-term qi and blood disharmony can block the blood vessels, leading to blood stasis, phlegm, and dampness that block the meridians, causing symptoms such as numbness and pain in the neck. In the elderly, liver and kidney deficiency and insufficient vital energy to defend the body, as well as insufficient qi and blood circulation, can easily lead to illness. Emotional changes can easily lead to unfavorable qi movement, and long-term imbalance of qi and blood can lead to this disease. In short, the disease is based on liver and kidney and qi and blood deficiency, with wind, cold and dampness invading the cervical spine as the trigger, and trauma and strain as important pathogenic factors. Its syndromes can be divided into wind, cold and dampness type, qi stagnation and blood stasis type, phlegm and dampness blocking the collaterals type, liver and kidney deficiency type and qi and blood deficiency type, among which qi stagnation and blood stasis type is the most common. Traditional Chinese medicine treatments: acupuncture, massage, external application of Chinese medicine, etc., can relieve symptoms by regulating the meridians, but the mechanism of action lacks objective quantitative evaluation standards and the efficacy is not stable enough.

[0005] The medicine in the medicated pillow can be absorbed through the skin and nasal cavity, and can stimulate the meridians and acupuncture points to play its role in dredging the meridians, promoting blood circulation and removing blood stasis, harmonizing qi and blood, relieving dizziness and pain, and clearing the head, and has a certain therapeutic effect on cervical spondylosis. At the same time, the medicated pillow has a high acceptance rate and plays a certain role in the treatment or auxiliary treatment of cervical spondylosis. Chinese patent application CN106361085A discloses a Chinese medicine pillow for treating cervical spondylosis, the pillow core of which is composed of the following Chinese medicines in parts by weight: 30-50 parts of cassia twig, 20-40 parts of angelica dahurica, 20-40 parts of chuanxiong, 20-50 parts of notopterygium root, 20-50 parts of angelica pubescens, 20-45 parts of clematis root, 20-40 parts of asarum, 20-40 parts of stephania tetrandra, 20-40 parts of atractylodes, 20-40 parts of kudzu root, 30-50 parts of cassia seed, and 30-50 parts of angelica sinensis. 30-50 parts of papaya, 30-50 parts of eucommia bark, 20-50 parts of acanthopanax bark, 30-50 parts of sanguisorba officinalis, 20-50 parts of pinellia ternata, 30-40 parts of dried tangerine peel, 30-50 parts of mulberry leaf, 30-50 parts of chrysanthemum, 30-50 parts of schizonepeta tenuifolia, 30-50 parts of schizonepeta sutchuenensis, 20-50 parts of tribulus terrestris, 20-50 parts of spinach seeds, 20-40 parts of wormwood, 20-40 parts of cnidium monnieri, 10-40 parts of borneol, 10-40 parts of benzoin, and 10-40 parts of camphor. This medicated pillow has a good therapeutic effect on complications such as headache, dizziness, tinnitus, memory loss, limb pain and numbness, and palpitations caused by cervical spondylosis. Cinnamon twig has the effects of warming the meridians and promoting yang, inducing sweating and clearing the exterior, promoting yang and transforming qi, and is good for the upper limbs. Combined with kudzu root and papaya, it can relax muscles and tendons, raise yang, disperse qi, and expel pathogenic factors. Medicinal herbs such as Angelica dahurica, Chuanxiong, Notopterygium wilfordii, Angelica pubescens, Clemati radix, Asarum, Stephania tetrandra, and Atractylodes lancea dispel cold, wind, and dampness. They can dredge the meridians and blood vessels of the head, face, neck, and upper limbs, benefit joints, and relieve pain. These herbs offer valuable therapeutic value for addressing the etiology, pathogenesis, and symptoms of cervical spondylosis. Angelica sinensis and Sanguisorba officinalis promote blood circulation, dissipate stasis, and relieve pain, while Artemisia argyi warms the meridians, dispels cold, removes dampness, and relieves pain, effectively improving local blood circulation and achieving the principle of "pain due to obstruction." Eucommia ulmoides and Acanthopanax cortex nourish the liver and kidneys and strengthen tendons and bones, while Cnidium monnieri dries dampness, dispels wind, warms the kidneys, and strengthens yang. These treatments target the underlying pathological conditions of cervical spondylosis, namely, liver and kidney deficiency and malnutrition of tendons and vessels, addressing the underlying cause. Mulberry leaves, chrysanthemums, and cassia seeds dispel wind-heat, clear the liver, and improve eyesight. Pinellia ternata and dried tangerine peel dry dampness and resolve phlegm. Combined with Tribulus terrestris, their wind-dispersing, eye-improving, qi-reducing, and blood-activating properties can alleviate headaches, dizziness, eye pain, and swelling associated with cervical spondylosis. Herba Lycopodii and Radix Psoraleae can dispel wind and dampness, relax tendons, and activate collaterals, treating stiff neck pain, limb numbness, and difficulty flexing and extending. Ziziphus jujuba seeds calm the mind and relieve palpitations, restlessness, and insomnia. Borneol and benzoin open the orifices and invigorate the mind, while camphor clears the meridians and relieves stagnant qi. The combination of these three herbs promotes transdermal absorption. The pillow core contains 29 herbs, each formulated with a complex formula.Chinese patent application CN103598778A discloses a traditional Chinese medicine health-care cervical pillow. The pillow core contains 2025 parts by weight of Patchouli Radix, 2126 parts by weight of Mentha Piperita, 1012 parts by weight of Schisandrae Chinensis Fructus, 85110 parts by weight of Cassia Seed, and 90120 parts by weight of Tartary Buckwheat. The pillow can relieve dizziness, headaches, nausea, and vomiting caused by cervical spondylosis by clearing away heat and purging fire, improving eyesight and calming the mind, unblocking blood vessels, and alleviating fatigue. It also improves blood supply to the head, regulates the activity of higher centers in the cerebral cortex, promotes blood oxygenation in brain tissue, relieves headaches and neck soreness, and has sedative, analgesic, and muscle relaxant effects, alleviating tension and pain in the neck muscles.

[0006] Developing a pillow core with clear efficacy for treating cervical spondylosis has a very positive significance for improving cervical spondylosis. Summary of the Invention

[0007] The object of the present invention is to overcome at least one deficiency of the prior art and to provide a Chinese medicine pillow core and a pillow for treating cervical spondylosis.

[0008] The technical solution adopted by the present invention is: The first aspect of the present invention provides: A traditional Chinese medicine pillow core for treating cervical spondylosis is filled with traditional Chinese medicine powder, wherein the traditional Chinese medicine powder is composed in parts by weight of: 8-12 parts of kudzu root, 1-2 parts of notopterygium root, 1-2 parts of angelica root, 10-20 parts of ligusticum chuanxiong, 8-12 parts of artemisia argyi, 10-20 parts of cassia twig, 1-2 parts of clematis root, 15-25 parts of cassia seed, 1-2 parts of calamus tatarinowii, and 1-2 parts of wild chrysanthemum.

[0009] In some instances, the mass proportion of the Chinese medicinal material powder is as follows: 9-11 parts of Pueraria root, 1.2-1.8 parts of Notopterygium wilfordii, 1.2-1.8 parts of Angelica sinensis, 13-18 parts of Chuanxiong, 9-11 parts of Artemisia argyi, 14-16 parts of cinnamon twig, 1.2-1.8 parts of Clematidis, 18-22 parts of Cassia seed, 1.2-1.8 parts of Acorus calamus and 1-1.2 parts of Chrysanthemum indicum.

[0010] In some examples, the mass proportion of the Chinese medicinal material powder is as follows: 10 parts of Pueraria root, 1.5 parts of Notopterygium wilfordii, 1.5 parts of Angelica sinensis, 15 parts of Chuanxiong, 10 parts of Artemisia argyi, 15 parts of cinnamon twig, 1.5 parts of Clematidis, 20 parts of Cassia seed, 1.5 parts of Acorus calamus and 1 part of Chrysanthemum indicum.

[0011] In some examples, the particle size of the Chinese herbal medicine powder is 1 to 2 mm.

[0012] In some examples, the Chinese herbal medicine powder is dried at a temperature not exceeding 60°C.

[0013] In some examples, the Chinese herbal medicine powder is packed in cloth bags.

[0014] In some examples, the cervical spondylosis is selected from radiculopathy, mixed cervical spondylosis, and cervical sub-health.

[0015] The second aspect of the present invention provides: A pillow comprising the traditional Chinese medicine pillow core described in the first aspect of the present invention.

[0016] In some examples, a heating module for heating the Chinese medicine pillow core is also provided.

[0017] In some examples, the heating temperature of the Chinese medicine pillow core does not exceed 50°C.

[0018] In some examples, the structure of the pillow is as shown in the adjustable cervical pillow disclosed by the inventor in Chinese utility model patent CN222566606U.

[0019] The beneficial effects of the present invention are: The Chinese medicine pillow cores of some examples of the present invention have simple compatibility, clear efficacy, easy use, and are easily accepted by people. The test results show that they have good therapeutic effects on radiculopathy and mixed cervical spondylosis. The data show that after treatment, the total VAS score of the experimental group decreased by 1.892±0.606, which was significantly better than the 1.027±0.492 of the control group; the NPQ percentage of the experimental group decreased by 16.26%±12.91%, which was significantly better than the 5.31%±7.18% of the control group; the PSQI total score of the experimental group decreased by 4.24±3.235, which was significantly better than the 1.25±2.310 of the control group. It can be foreseen that the Chinese medicine pillow cores of some examples of the present invention also have a good improvement effect on cervical sub-health. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0020] The first aspect of the present invention provides: A traditional Chinese medicine pillow core for treating cervical spondylosis is filled with traditional Chinese medicine powder, wherein the traditional Chinese medicine powder is composed in parts by weight of: 8-12 parts of kudzu root, 1-2 parts of notopterygium root, 1-2 parts of angelica root, 10-20 parts of ligusticum chuanxiong, 8-12 parts of artemisia argyi, 10-20 parts of cassia twig, 1-2 parts of clematis root, 15-25 parts of cassia seed, 1-2 parts of calamus tatarinowii, and 1-2 parts of wild chrysanthemum.

[0021] In some instances, the mass proportion of the Chinese medicinal material powder is as follows: 9-11 parts of Pueraria root, 1.2-1.8 parts of Notopterygium wilfordii, 1.2-1.8 parts of Angelica sinensis, 13-18 parts of Chuanxiong, 9-11 parts of Artemisia argyi, 14-16 parts of cinnamon twig, 1.2-1.8 parts of Clematidis, 18-22 parts of Cassia seed, 1.2-1.8 parts of Acorus calamus and 1-1.2 parts of Chrysanthemum indicum.

[0022] In some examples, the mass proportion of the Chinese medicinal material powder is as follows: 10 parts of Pueraria root, 1.5 parts of Notopterygium wilfordii, 1.5 parts of Angelica sinensis, 15 parts of Chuanxiong, 10 parts of Artemisia argyi, 15 parts of cinnamon twig, 1.5 parts of Clematidis, 20 parts of Cassia seed, 1.5 parts of Acorus calamus and 1 part of Chrysanthemum indicum.

[0023] The inventors found that the medicine in the medicine pillow is mainly absorbed through the skin and nasal cavity, stimulates the meridians and acupoints, and exerts its effects of dredging the meridians, promoting blood circulation and removing blood stasis, harmonizing qi and blood, relieving dizziness and pain, and clearing the head.

[0024] In this formula, Pueraria root and Notopterygium root are the main ingredients, dispelling wind and dampness, dispersing cold and relieving muscles, and are primarily used to treat stiff neck and back pain, headaches, and dizziness. Angelica and Chuanxiong are the secondary ingredients, promoting blood circulation, replenishing blood, promoting qi, and relieving pain. Artemisia argyi, cinnamon twig, and Clematis root are the auxiliary ingredients, warming the meridians, dispersing cold, and relieving pain. Cassia seed, Acorus calamus, and Chrysanthemum indicum are the envoys, clearing heat, improving eyesight, and calming the mind. 1. Pueraria root Nature and flavor: sweet, pungent, cool; enters the spleen and stomach meridians Effects: Relieves muscle tension and fever, promotes the production of body fluids and quenches thirst, promotes yang and stops diarrhea, and promotes the production of rashes Source: Dried root of Pueraria lobata (Willd.) Ohwi, a plant of the Leguminosae family Main ingredients: puerarin, daidzein, soy daidzein and other isoflavone compounds.

[0025] 2. Notopterygium wilfordii Nature and flavor: Pungent, bitter, warm; enters the bladder and kidney meridians Function: Dispel cold, dispel wind and dampness, relieve pain Source: Dried rhizomes and roots of Notopterygium incisum Ting ex HTChang Main ingredients: volatile oil (limonene, α-pinene), coumarins, and notopterygium wilfordii.

[0026] 3. Dong Quai Nature and flavor: sweet, pungent, warm; enters the liver, heart, and spleen meridians Function: Nourishes blood and promotes blood circulation, regulates menstruation and relieves pain, moisturizes the intestines and promotes bowel movements Source: Dried root of Angelica sinensis (Oliv.) Diels, Umbelliferae Main ingredients: volatile oil (ligustilide), ferulic acid, and angelica polysaccharide.

[0027] 4. Chuanxiong Nature and flavor: Pungent, warm; enters the liver, gallbladder, and pericardium meridians Function: Promote blood circulation and qi, dispel wind and relieve pain Source: Dried rhizome of Ligusticum chuanxiongHort. Main ingredients: Ligustrazine, ferulic acid, volatile oil (ligustilide).

[0028] 5. Mugwort Nature and flavor: Pungent, bitter, warm; enters the liver, spleen, and kidney meridians Function: Warming the meridians to stop bleeding, dispelling cold and relieving pain, external use to remove dampness and relieve itching Source: Dried leaves of Artemisia argyi Lévl. et Vant. Main ingredients: volatile oil (eucalyptol, thujone), flavonoids, tannins.

[0029] 6. Cassia twig Nature and flavor: pungent, sweet, warm; enters the heart, lung, and bladder meridians Effects: Induces sweating and relieves muscle tension, warms and dredges the meridians, and helps yang and transforms qi Source: Dried young branches of Cinnamomum cassiaPresl, a plant of the Lauraceae family Main ingredients: cinnamaldehyde, cinnamic acid, volatile oil.

[0030] 7. Clematis Nature and flavor: pungent, salty, warm; enters the bladder meridian Function: dispel wind and dampness, relieve pain, and eliminate bone stagnation Source: Dried roots and rhizomes of Clematis chinensis Osbeck, a plant of the Ranunculaceae family Main ingredients: protoanemonin, saponins, and clematis saponin.

[0031] 8. Cassia seeds Nature and flavor: sweet, bitter, salty, slightly cold; enters the liver and large intestine meridians Effect: Clears away heat and improves eyesight, moistens the intestines and promotes bowel movements Source: Dried mature seeds of Cassia obtusifolia L. Main ingredients: chrysophanol, emodin, cassia glycoside, anthraquinones.

[0032] 9. Acorus calamus Nature and flavor: Pungent, bitter, warm; enters the heart and stomach meridians Effects: Revitalizes the mind, dispels phlegm, awakens the mind and improves intelligence, eliminates dampness and soothes the stomach Source: Dried rhizome of Acorus tatarinowii Schott Main ingredients: β-asarone, α-asarone, volatile oil, flavonoids.

[0033] 10. Wild Chrysanthemum Nature and flavor: bitter, pungent, slightly cold; enters the liver and heart meridians Function: Clears away heat and detoxifies, purges fire and calms the liver Source: Chrysanthemum indicum Chrysanthemum indicum Dried inflorescences of L. Main ingredients: montana glycoside, volatile oil (camphor, borneol), flavonoids.

[0034] In some embodiments, the particle size of the Chinese herbal medicine powder is 1 to 2 mm, which is more conducive to the dissemination of the active ingredients while preventing them from being dispersed too quickly.

[0035] In some embodiments, the Chinese herbal medicine powder is dried in an environment not exceeding 60° C. By controlling the temperature, excessive loss of active ingredients under high temperature conditions is avoided.

[0036] In some embodiments, the Chinese herbal medicine powder is packed in cloth bags, which is convenient for use and prevents the powder from being scattered.

[0037] In some examples, the cervical spondylosis is selected from radiculopathy, mixed cervical spondylosis, and cervical sub-health.

[0038] The second aspect of the present invention provides: A pillow comprising the traditional Chinese medicine pillow core described in the first aspect of the present invention.

[0039] In some embodiments, a heating module is further provided for heating the Chinese medicine pillow core, which is beneficial to the dissipation of the active ingredients in the pillow.

[0040] In order to avoid low-temperature burns, in some examples, the heating temperature of the Chinese medicine pillow core does not exceed 50° C. During use, the temperature can be appropriately adjusted according to the specific situation to ensure the therapeutic effect while avoiding discomfort caused by excessive temperature.

[0041] In some examples, the structure of the pillow is as shown in the adjustable cervical pillow disclosed by the inventor in Chinese utility model patent CN222566606U.

[0042] The technical solution of the present invention is further illustrated below with reference to examples.

[0043] Implementation 1: The weight ratio of the effective ingredients of traditional Chinese medicine is: Pueraria root 10, Notopterygium root 1.5, Angelica sinensis 1.5, Chuanxiong 15, Artemisia argyi 10, Cinnamon twig 15, Clematidis 1.5, Cassia seed 20, Acorus gramineus 1.5 and Chrysanthemum indicum 1.

[0044] Example 2: The weight ratio of the active ingredients in traditional Chinese medicine is: Pueraria root 9, Notopterygium root 1.8, Angelica sinensis 1.2, Chuanxiong 18, Artemisia argyi 9, Cinnamomum cassia twig 14, Clemati root 1.2, Cassia seed 22, Acorus gramineus 1.2 and Chrysanthemum indicum 1.1.

[0045] Example 3: The weight ratio of the active ingredients in traditional Chinese medicine is: Pueraria root 11, Notopterygium root 1.2, Angelica sinensis 1.8, Chuanxiong 13, Artemisia argyi 11, Cinnamon twig 16, Clemati root 1.8, Cassia seed 18, Acorus gramineus 1.8 and Chrysanthemum indicum 1.2.

[0046] The above Chinese medicinal materials are dried and crushed into 1-2 mm, mixed evenly, and divided into specific cervical pillows or ordinary cervical pillowcases for use.

[0047] The TCM pillowcase used in this study was homemade by the department, measuring 28 cm × 15 cm × 5 cm. It contained 100 g of Pueraria root, 15 g of Notopterygium wilfordii root, 15 g of Angelica sinensis root, 150 g of Chuanxiong rhizome, 100 g of Artemisia argyi leaf, 150 g of Cinnamomum cassia twig, 15 g of Clematidis root, 200 g of Cassia seed, 15 g of Acorus tatarinowii root, and 10 g of Chrysanthemum indicum. The mixture was ground into granules and placed in the pillowcase.

[0048] This invention is suitable for: 1. Cervical radiculopathy; 2. Mixed cervical spondylosis; 3. Sub-health of the cervical spine. Pregnant women should use with caution.

[0049] Efficacy verification: This study is based on the "Standards for Diagnosis and Efficacy of TCM Diseases and Syndromes (2016 Edition)" and "Research on the Efficacy Evaluation of Cervical Spondylosis" issued by the State Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine, and formulates the efficacy evaluation criteria: (1) Cured: All the original symptoms of the patient disappear, the patient's muscle strength is normal, the function of the neck and limbs are restored to normal, the patient's sleep is normal, and he can participate in normal labor and work, and the VAS score drops to 0 points; (2) Significantly effective: All symptoms of the patient were effectively improved, including pain and discomfort in the neck and shoulders, pain and numbness in the upper limbs and fingers, and functional recovery, as well as improved sleep quality. The VAS score decreased by more than 2 points. (3) Effective: All symptoms of the patient are alleviated, including pain and discomfort in the neck and shoulders, pain and numbness in the upper limbs and fingers, but some residual symptoms and signs of functional impairment still exist, sleep is still poor, and the VAS score is reduced by at least 1 point; (4) Ineffective: The patient's symptoms were not relieved or even worsened, and the VAS score remained unchanged or increased.

[0050] Patients with cervical spondylosis admitted to our hospital were collected and randomly divided into an experimental group and a control group. There was no significant difference in the basic information such as age and gender between the two groups.

[0051] control group 1. Drug treatment: Administer conventional drug treatment (mannitol 125 mL, intravenous drip, once daily; 0.9% sodium chloride injection 100 mL + methylprednisolone sodium succinate injection 40 mg, intravenous drip, once daily; 0.9% sodium chloride injection 100 mL + omeprazole sodium injection 40 mg, intravenous drip, once daily; methylcobalamin injection 0.5 mg, intramuscular injection, once daily).

[0052] 2. Functional exercise: ① During the acute attack period of cervical spondylosis, it is recommended that patients rest in bed and any functional exercise is prohibited to avoid aggravating the patient's cervical pain and the severity of the disease. ② For patients in the non-acute stage, comprehensively assess the patient's exercise and tolerance, and carry out neck exercises step by step. Such as "looking left and right", turning your neck left and right; "nodding forward and backward", the head can nod forward and backward; "shaking your head", "rotating the neck and relaxing the shoulders", "head and head against each other", "looking up at the palm" and other movements. Note that all movements should not be too violent, and should be gradual and persistent. Pay attention to prevent the cervical spine from getting cold due to sweating during exercise. It is recommended to put a towel behind the neck during exercise to ensure that the patient's cervical spine is warm.

[0053] 3. Lifestyle Guidance: Distribute health education brochures and organize viewing of health education videos to ensure patients fully understand the daily care and precautions for cervical radiculopathy. ① Prolonged work involving looking down at a desk is not recommended. Avoid maintaining a fixed posture while watching TV, using a mobile phone, or eating or playing. Appropriate rest and exercise are recommended, such as gazing into the distance, rotating the neck, and performing cervical spine exercises. ② Maintain warmth during sleep and avoid exposure to air conditioning, fans, or direct natural wind. ③ Maintain a functional head and neck position, and select a pillow with the appropriate height and composition for the patient.

[0054] 4. Dietary adjustment: Eat a balanced diet with a variety of food types. Avoid cold, spicy, or irritating foods. Eat light, easily digestible foods. It is recommended to eat foods that strengthen tendons and bones, such as sheep tendon and beef tendon.

[0055] experimental group In addition to the control group, the experimental group also received a Chinese herbal pillow. While resting in bed at night, the experimental group patients were placed in a supine position. The prepared herbal pillow (Example 1) was heated to approximately 50°C and placed on the back of the patient's neck. The pillow was adjusted to a comfortable height based on the patient's own feelings, allowing the patient's head to tilt slightly backward without discomfort. The treatment course lasted seven days.

[0056] The basic information of patients with cervical spondylosis in different groups is shown in Table 1.

[0057] Table 1 Basic information of patients with cervical spondylosis in different groups Experimental group / person Control group / person Average age / year 54.5 55.5 Gender (male / female) 18 / 19 15 / 21 Cervical spondylotic radiculopathy 32 31 Mixed cervical spondylosis 5 5 Table 2. Comparison of VAS total scores before and after treatment in different groups ( )

[0058] Note: Compared with before treatment, *P < 0.01; compared with the control group, △P < 0.01.

[0059] The Northwick Park Neck Pain Questionnaire (NPQ), developed by British experts, consists of nine items that comprehensively measure patients' experiences in nine areas: pain intensity, symptom duration, nighttime tingling or numbness, pain's impact on sleep, impact on social activities, lifting heavy objects, reading / watching TV, working / housework, and driving. It is a widely used scale for measuring neck pain severity internationally. The NPQ percentage is calculated as total score / 36 × 100%. A higher NPQ percentage indicates more severe neck pain. Table 3 shows a comparison of NPQ percentages before and after treatment in different groups.

[0060] Table 3. Comparison of NPQ percentages of patients before and after treatment ( )

[0061] Note: Compared with before treatment, *P<0.01; compared with the control group, △P<0.05, △△P<0.01.

[0062] The Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI) was developed in 1989 by Dr. Buysse, a psychiatrist at the University of Pittsburgh, and others. This scale is suitable for assessing sleep quality in patients with sleep disorders and psychiatric disorders, as well as the general population. Lower PSQI total scores indicate better sleep quality. Table 4 shows a comparison of PSQI total scores before and after treatment in different groups of patients.

[0063] Table 4. Comparison of PSQI total scores before and after treatment ( )

[0064] Note: Compared with before treatment, *P<0.01; compared with the control group, △P<0.01 It can be seen from the data in Tables 2 to 4 that the Chinese medicine pillow core of the present invention has a good therapeutic effect on cervical spondylotic radiculopathy and mixed cervical spondylotic disease. The data show that after treatment, the total VAS score of the experimental group decreased by 1.892±0.606, which was significantly better than 1.027±0.492 of the control group; the NPQ percentage of the experimental group decreased by 16.26%±12.91%, which was significantly better than 5.31%±7.18% of the control group; the total PSQI score of the experimental group decreased by 4.24±3.235, which was significantly better than 1.25±2.310 of the control group.

[0065] The above is a further detailed description of the present invention and should not be considered as a limitation on the specific implementation of the present invention. For those skilled in the art, simple deductions or substitutions that do not depart from the concept of the present invention are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. A Chinese medicine pillow core for treating cervical spondylosis, wherein the Chinese medicine pillow core is filled with Chinese medicinal material powder, characterized in that: The mass proportion of the Chinese medicinal material powder is as follows: 8-12 parts of kudzu root, 1-2 parts of notopterygium root, 1-2 parts of angelica root, 10-20 parts of ligusticum chuanxiong, 8-12 parts of artemisia argyi, 10-20 parts of cassia twig, 1-2 parts of clematis root, 15-25 parts of cassia seed, 1-2 parts of calamus and 1-2 parts of wild chrysanthemum.

2. The Chinese medicine pillow core according to claim 1, characterized in that The mass proportion of the Chinese medicinal material powder is as follows: 9-11 parts of Pueraria root, 1.2-1.8 parts of Notopterygium wilfordii, 1.2-1.8 parts of Chinese angelica, 13-18 parts of Chuanxiong, 9-11 parts of Artemisia argyi, 14-16 parts of cinnamon twig, 1.2-1.8 parts of Clematidis, 18-22 parts of Cassia seed, 1.2-1.8 parts of Acorus calamus and 1-1.2 parts of Chrysanthemum indicum.

3. The Chinese medicine pillow core according to claim 1, characterized in that: The mass ratio of the Chinese medicinal material powder is as follows: 10 parts of Pueraria root, 1.5 parts of Notopterygium root, 1.5 parts of Angelica sinensis, 15 parts of Chuanxiong, 10 parts of Artemisia argyi, 15 parts of cinnamon twig, 1.5 parts of Clematidis, 20 parts of Cassia seed, 1.5 parts of Acorus calamus and 1 part of Chrysanthemum indicum.

4. The Chinese medicine pillow core according to claim 1, characterized in that The particle size of the Chinese medicinal material powder is 1 to 2 mm.

5. The Chinese medicine pillow core according to claim 1, characterized in that: The Chinese medicinal material powder is dried in an environment not exceeding 60°C.

6. The Chinese medicine pillow core according to claim 1, characterized in that: The Chinese medicinal material powder is packed in cloth bags.

7. The Chinese medicine pillow core according to claim 1, characterized in that: The cervical spondylosis is selected from the group consisting of radiculopathy, mixed cervical spondylosis, and cervical sub-health.

8. A pillow, characterized in that: The pillow core is added with the Chinese medicine according to any one of claims 1 to 6.

9. The pillow according to claim 8, characterized in that A heating module for heating the Chinese medicine pillow core is also provided.

10. The pillow according to claim 9, characterized in that The heating temperature of the Chinese medicine pillow core does not exceed 50°C.

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