Quantitative Data Mining and Analysis of the Efficacy and Quality of Life of Children with Dystonia in Herbal Medicine

This study investigates the efficacy of combined traditional Chinese medicine fumigation therapy with conventional rehabilitation treatment for pediatric dystonia and its impact on quality of life. Data from 80 pediatric dystonia patients treated at our hospital between August 2023 and March 2024 were analyzed using a randomized digital list method, with 40 patients assigned to each group (conventional therapy and fumigation therapy). The conventional group received standard rehabilitation treatment, while the fumigation group received additional traditional Chinese medicine fumigation therapy for 4 weeks. Muscle tone (MAS scores), motor function (GMFM scores), daily living skills (WeeFIM scores), and quality of life (PedsQL scores) were assessed before and after intervention, with statistical analysis performed using SPSS 26.0. Post-treatment evaluations showed that the fumigation group demonstrated statistically significant improvements (P<0.001) in all four scores compared to the conventional group. The combined therapy significantly enhanced muscle tone levels, motor function, self-care abilities, and quality of life in pediatric dystonia patients, demonstrating promising clinical application potential.