An Overview of Traditional Chinese Medicine Nursing for Patients with COVID-19

Title:An Overview of Traditional Chinese Medicine Nursing for Patients with COVID-19

Volume: 11

Author(s): Ping Chen, Baibai Ye, Cheng Lin, Jia Chen, Chunping Xia and Linfu Li*

Affiliation:

• Pharmacy College,Gannan Medical University, Ganzhou, Jiangxi 341000, China

Keywords: COVID-19, traditional chinese medicine nursing, Chinese medicine treatment, acupuncture and massage treatment, clinical nursing, integration.

Abstract: COVID-19 is a severe challenge facing the world today and poses a serious threat to the global public health security. Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) nursing has played an active role in the treatment and prevention of COVID-19. This study investigated the role of the TCM in the nursing of COVID-19 patients, aiming to provide a comprehensive understanding of its effectiveness and application. This article conducted a systematic review of recent studies and clinical cases, analyzed the theoretical basis of TCM nursing for COVID-19, explored the role of TCM nursing in COVID-19 prevention and control from multiple perspectives, such as Chinese medicine treatment, acupuncture and massage treatment, and clinical nursing. Findings indicated that TCM nursing interventions significantly improved patient recovery rates, reduced symptoms, and enhanced overall well-being. In TCM clinical practice, clearing heat, herbs resolving dampness, and relieving exterior symptoms are commonly used. These are complemented by phlegm-resolving, Qi-regulating, and purgative herbs. Acupoints that can serve to support the body's righteousness and attempt to eliminate evil are very common.. Massage should mainly affect the lung meridian and its interior counterpart, the large intestine meridian, as well as regulate the Zhongjiao and overall body condition through the spleen, stomach, and Ren-Du meridians. Clinical nursing should not only address symptoms closely related to COVID-19, such as fever and respiratory issues, but also consider digestion, sleep, and emotions of the patient. TCM nursing provided a valuable complement to conventional treatments for COVID-19, emphasizing the need for further integration of TCM practices in global health strategies.

Cite this article as:

Chen Ping, Ye Baibai, Lin Cheng, Chen Jia, Xia Chunping and Li Linfu*, An Overview of Traditional Chinese Medicine Nursing for Patients with COVID-19, Current Traditional Medicine 2025; 11 () : e22150838304552 . https://dx.doi.org/10.2174/0122150838304552241129094342