Knowledge mapping of acupoint sensitization and acupoint specificity: a bibliometric analysis
Frontiers in Neuroscience, 2023 ObjectiveThe relationship between acupoint sensitization and acupoint specificity is a topic of significant interest in acupuncture research. Numerous clinical studies have demonstrated that needling pain sensitive acupoints yields superior therapeutic outcomes compared to traditional acupoints, particularly in the context of pain disorders.
Xisheng Fan, Guang Zuo
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Chinese Medicine, 2013 The structure and size range of an acupoint were investigated thoroughly according to the expositions of ancient classics. It was revealed that the ambiguous way of thinking by the ancient Chinese had a great impact on the formation and development of the acupoint-concept.
Yau, C.H., Li, L, Yau, T.
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Evaluation of electroacupuncture acupoint selection’s potential in the treatment of inflammatory bowel disease: an investigation using a mouse gut microbiome and metabolomics model [PDF]
Frontiers in Cellular and Infection MicrobiologyElectroacupuncture (EA) serves as an effective complementary therapy in the treatment of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) within traditional Chinese medicine, with the therapeutic efficacy significantly influenced by the selection of specific acupoints ...
Jiayin Lu +9 more
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Acupoint Injection of Onabotulinumtoxin A for Migraines [PDF]
Toxins, 2015 Onabotulinumtoxin A (BoNTA) has been reported to be effective in the therapy for migraines. Acupuncture has been used worldwide for the treatment of migraine attacks. Injection of a small amount of drug at acupuncture points is an innovation as compared to traditional acupuncture.
Yu-Feng Shao, Hou Min
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Brachial Plexus Palsy whilst on Crutches Treated with Korean Medicine Focused on Bee-Venom Pharmacopunture [PDF]
Journal of Acupuncture Research, 2020 This study aimed to show the effects of Korean medicine treatment (particularly bee-venom pharmacopunture) on a patient with brachial plexus palsy. A 64-year-old woman was diagnosed with brachial plexus palsy on the right upper extremity and was treated ...
Jae Eun Lim +9 more
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What is the Acupoint? A preliminary review of Acupoints [PDF]
Pain Medicine, 2015 According to traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) theory, acupoints are specifically chosen sites of acupuncture manipulation, and also the basis for studying the mechanism of acupuncture. Stimulating different acupoints on the body surface could provide various therapeutic benefits. However, what is the acupoint?
Fang, Li +7 more
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The Effect of Postural Yinyang Correction of Temporomandibular Joint for Temporomandibular Disorder [PDF]
Journal of Acupuncture Research, 2018 Background The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of Postural Yinyang correction of the temporomandibular joint (functional cerebrospinal therapy) on temporomandibular disorder.
Seung-Jeong Lee +8 more
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Effects of Muscle Energy Technique of Upper Trapezius and Sternocleidomastoid Muscles on Bell’s Palsy [PDF]
Journal of Acupuncture Research, 2017 Background The purpose of this study was to investigate the efficacy of muscle energy techniques (MET) of upper trapezius and sternocleidomastoid muscles on Bell’s palsy.
Jong-Hyeon Park +7 more
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Phamacopuncture and Dermal Application of Sebalgukhwa-san: Effects on Hair Growth in a Mouse Model of Alopecia [PDF]
Journal of Acupuncture Research, 2019 Background This study was conducted to evaluate the effects of pharmacopuncture and dermal application of Sebalgukhwa-san extracts on hair growth in an alopecia mouse model. Methods Twenty-one C57BL/6 mice were divided into 3 groups; control group-normal
Min Jung Ji +4 more
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fMRI Evidence of Acupoints Specificity in Two Adjacent Acupoints [PDF]
Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine, 2013 Objectives. Acupoint specificity is the foundation of acupuncture treatment. The aim of this study is to investigate whether the acupoint specificity exists in two adjacent acupoints.Design and Setting. Two adjacent real acupoints, LR3 (Taichong) and ST44 (Neiting), and a nearby nonacupoint were selected.
Hua Liu +5 more
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