• The Journal of the Society of Stroke on Korean Medicine
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• v.17 no.1
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• pp.45-54
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• 2016

A case of a 75-year-old Korean female with gait disturbance due to Normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH) is presented. She was treated with acupuncture, electroacupuncture and herbal medicine - 柴苓湯(Shirhyung-Tang, Chai-ling-tang, Sairei-to) We used iNPH grading scale, and specified further the grade of gait disturbance category. After Korean medical treatment, there was notable improvement in gait disturbance on our specified scale. Cognitive impairment, tremor and rigidity were improved on each scale alongside. Korean medical treatment may be effective in treating NPH patients.

• Advances in Traditional Medicine
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• v.6 no.1
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• pp.1-11
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• 2006

Herbal medicines are widely used for centuries to treat illness and improve health in Asia and the use of these remedies has become a worldwide form of alternative therapy. However, there is very limited evidence from randomized controlled trials to support the efficacy of the vast majority of herbal products. Of the commonly used herbal medicines, systemic clinical experiences and promising experiments in animals have found potential evidence of efficacy for six herbal medicines (Unkei-to, Hachimijio-gan, Keishi-bukuryo-gan, Toki-shakuyaku-san, Shakuyaku-kanzo-to, Sairei-to) in the treatment for female reproductive dysfunction. Because herbs may contain potent bioactive substances, the physician should have an opportunity to outline more stringent regulation, similar to over-the counter drug.