浅刺解结针法治疗带状疱疹及后遗神经痛的独特优势
SNAN Acupuncture & Cupping – Safe, Fast, and Effective for Shingles and Nerve Pain
SNAN Acupuncture (Superficial Needling Anti-Nodule Acupuncture), developed by Dr. Guojian Huang, integrates Traditional Chinese Medicine meridian theory, fascial tension theory, and modern trigger point concepts. When combined with cupping therapy, it offers a powerful and safe method for managing herpes zoster (shingles) and its complications through two stages of the disease
1 Acute Phase of Herpes Zoster (During Rash Outbreak and Active Pain)
Treatment Goals:
* Relieve acute nerve pain and burning
* Accelerate resolution of skin lesions
* Prevent progression to postherpetic neuralgia
Mechanism:
- Superficial Needling to Release Fascia and Decompress Nerves:
SNAN Acupuncture applies shallow, non-retained needling with fine bladed needles to the affected dermatome regions. This helps release fascial tension, break up micro-adhesions, and reduce mechanical pressure on inflamed peripheral nerves.
- Regulation of Local Microcirculation:
The needling improves blood and lymphatic circulation in inflamed tissue, aiding in the clearance of viral inflammatory byproducts, reducing swelling, and speeding up crusting of the vesicles.
- Cupping to Expel Pathogens and Clear Heat:
Cupping therapy applied after needling (often with gentle stationary cups or sliding cups along the affected nerve path) helps “draw out” residual pathogenic heat and toxins, enhances detoxification, and relieves skin tension and pain.
- Nerve Modulation and Pain Relief:
Together, SNAN and cupping stimulate peripheral sensory receptors and regulate central pain pathways, effectively reducing the burning, stabbing sensations characteristic of shingles.
Clinical Effects:
* Pain relief often begins within 1–3 sessions
* Vesicles dry and crust more quickly
* Reduced reliance on antivirals or corticosteroids
* Lower risk of developing long-term nerve pain
2. Post-Herpetic Phase (Sequelae, including Postherpetic Neuralgia – PHN)
Treatment Goals:
* Eliminate chronic pain and tingling
* Restore tissue elasticity and nerve function
* Release scar adhesions and fascial contractures
Mechanism:
- Locating and Releasing Residual Myofascial Nodules:
After the rash subsides, patients may develop lingering pain due to adhesions, nodules, and residual nerve compression. SNAN Acupuncture targets these nodules with precision, releasing deep-seated fascial restrictions that entrap nerves.
- Disrupting Pain Memory and Neuropathic Feedback Loops:
Shallow needling at specific dermatomes and trigger points can help interrupt the chronic pain cycle by modulating abnormal nerve firing and resetting neuromuscular feedback.
- Cupping for Circulatory and Lymphatic Repair:
In the sequelae stage, cupping improves regional circulation, softens hardened fascia, and promotes resorption of lingering inflammatory or fibrotic tissue.
- Combined Effect on Neuropathic Hypersensitivity:
Many postherpetic neuralgia patients are hypersensitive to touch (allodynia). The gentle and gradual application of SNAN and cupping desensitizes the area and helps restore normal sensory thresholds.
Clinical Effects:
* Significant reduction or elimination of chronic nerve pain
* Improved skin and muscle texture in affected areas
* Restored quality of sleep and daily function
* Especially effective for elderly patients or those with long-standing PHN
Conclusion
SNAN Acupuncture combined with cupping offers a stage-specific, minimally invasive, and highly effective solution for both the acute and chronic phases of herpes zoster. By addressing not only pain but also the underlying fascial and neurological pathology, this integrative approach provides patients with faster recovery, lower recurrence, and better quality of life.
浅刺解结针疗法（SNAN Acupuncture，SNAN Acupuncture）由黄国建博士创立，融合了传统中医经络理论、筋膜张力理论和现代触发点概念。结合拔罐疗法，SNAN Acupuncture 为带状疱疹及其并发症的治疗提供了一种强效且安全的方法，该疗法通过两个阶段来控制带状疱疹的发生。
一、带状疱疹急性期（皮疹爆发期和活动性疼痛期）
治疗目标：
* 缓解急性神经痛和灼烧感
* 加速皮损消退
* 预防发展为带状疱疹后神经痛
作用机制：
- 浮针疗法，放松筋膜，减压神经：
SNAN Acupuncture 采用细刃针，浅刺、非留针的方式，刺入患处皮区。这有助于释放筋膜张力，打破微粘连，并减轻发炎周围神经的机械压力。
- 调节局部微循环：
针刺可改善炎症组织的血液和淋巴循环，帮助清除病毒炎症副产物，消肿，加速水疱结痂。
- 拔罐祛邪清热：
针刺后进行拔罐疗法（通常使用轻柔的固定罐或沿受累神经路径滑动罐）有助于“引出”残留的致病热毒，增强排毒功能，缓解皮肤紧张和疼痛。
- 神经调节与疼痛缓解：
带状疱疹神经末梢疗法 (SNAN) 与拔罐疗法共同刺激外周感觉受体，调节中枢疼痛通路，有效减轻带状疱疹特有的灼烧感和刺痛感。
临床效果：
* 疼痛缓解通常在 1-3 个疗程内开始
* 水疱干燥结痂更快
* 减少对抗病毒药物或皮质类固醇的依赖
* 降低发生长期神经痛的风险
- 带状疱疹后期（后遗症，包括带状疱疹后神经痛 – PHN）
治疗目标：
* 消除慢性疼痛和刺痛感
* 恢复组织弹性和神经功能
* 松解疤痕粘连和筋膜挛缩
机制：
- 定位和松解残留肌筋膜结节：
皮疹消退后，患者可能会因粘连、结节和残留神经压迫而出现持续疼痛。SNAN 针灸精准针对这些结节，松解压迫神经的深层筋膜限制。
- 打破疼痛记忆和神经病理性反馈回路：
在特定皮节和触发点进行浅针，可以通过调节异常神经放电和重置神经肌肉反馈来帮助中断慢性疼痛循环。
- 拔罐促进循环和淋巴修复：
在后遗症阶段，拔罐可以改善局部血液循环，软化硬化的筋膜，并促进残留炎症或纤维化组织的吸收。
- 对神经病理性过敏反应的联合作用：
许多带状疱疹后神经痛患者对触觉过敏（异常性疼痛）。轻柔渐进地使用SNAN和拔罐疗法可以降低该区域的敏感度，并有助于恢复正常的感觉阈值。
临床效果：
* 显著减轻或消除慢性神经痛
* 改善患处皮肤和肌肉质地
* 恢复睡眠质量和日常功能
* 对老年患者或长期带状疱疹后神经痛 (PHN) 患者尤其有效
结论
SNAN 针刺结合拔罐疗法为带状疱疹的急性期和慢性期提供了一种分期精准、微创且高效的解决方案。这种综合疗法不仅能缓解疼痛，还能治疗潜在的筋膜和神经系统病变，从而帮助患者更快康复、降低复发率并提高生活质量。