Brain Acupuncture for Motor Neuron Disease (MND)

TJ - • September 1, 2025

Motor Neuron Disease (MND) is an uncommon neurodegenerative disorder of unknown etiology, for which no curative treatment exists in either Western medicine or traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). Increasing numbers of patients are turning to acupuncture for symptom management.

Motor Neuron Disease (MND) is an uncommon neurodegenerative disorder of unknown etiology, for which no curative treatment exists in either Western medicine or traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). Increasing numbers of patients are turning to acupuncture for symptom management. TCM categorizes MND under "wei syndrome" (flaccidity), traditionally treated via Yangming meridian points. Contemporary developments in neuro-acupuncture view MND as involving the brain and spinal cord, implicating the spleen, liver, and kidneys. Clinical patterns include brain marrow malnutrition, brain yang deficiency, and stagnation of brain collaterals.

Motor Neuron Disease (MND), also known as Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) or "Lou Gehrig's disease," is a rare and progressive neurological condition characterized by degeneration of motor neurons in the brain and spinal cord. This degeneration leads to muscle wasting, weakness, impaired motor function, and eventual respiratory failure. The disease's public profile has been raised by well-known cases such as Stephen Hawking and Cai Lei.

Types of MND： Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)， Progressive Bulbar Palsy (PBP)， Primary Lateral Sclerosis (PLS)， Progressive Muscular Atrophy (PMA)

Common symptoms: Muscle weakness, atrophy, fasciculations, spasticity, speech and swallowing difficulties, respiratory problems, fatigue, and mood changes.

Brain Acupuncture treatments: Modern TCM and neuro-acupuncture attribute MND pathology to brain and spinal cord dysfunction。 Treatment focuses on scalp acupuncture and Dao-qi techniques, targeting areas such as the Motor area, First Speech area, Sensory area, Foot Motor-sensory area, Balance area, and Central area. Key Dao-qi points include DU16 (Fengfu), DU15 (Yamen), DU14 (Dazhui), DU9 (Zhiyang), DU4 (Mingmen), RN23 (Lianquan), and RN12 (Zhongwan).

Short summary:

MND remains an incurable neurodegenerative condition, with ALS being the most aggressive type. Acupuncture, particularly scalp and qi-guiding techniques, may help alleviate symptoms, slow progression, and enhance patients' quality of life and survival. Successful outcomes require thorough understanding of neuroscience and TCM neuro-acupuncture, as well as clear communication with patients and families regarding prognosis.

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