Abstract: ObjectiveTo study effect of rehabilitation on the sequelae of encephalitis. Methods 41 patients were divided into two groups, Group A( only treated with traditional Chinese medicine)and group B ( treated with both traditional Chinese medicine and rehabilitation). Each patient was evaluated before and after the treatment. Result The treatment in the group B was significantly better than that in the group A (P<0.05), especially in motor function. Conclusion Comprehensive rehabilitation is an effective therapy on the sequelae of encephalitis, which shortens the course of the sequelae and improves the motor function and speech.

Key words: encephalitis, sequelae, rehabilitation, acupuncture, massage