Mechanistic model of EA‐ST36‐mediated reversal of HFD‐induced cognitive impairment in 3xTg‐AD mice through TFEB/TFE3 activation. The model illustrates that EA‐ST36 inhibits MTORC1 and activates TFEB/TFE3, enhancing the autophagy‐lysosomal pathway (ALP), which leads to the effective degradation of Tau aggregates and NLRP3 inflammasome components in the ...
Xiaoyan Zheng+11 more
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A randomized clinical trial of auricular point acupressure for chronic low back pain: a feasibility study [PDF]
Objectives. This prospective, randomized clinical trial (RCT) was designed to investigate the feasibility and effects of a 4-week auricular point acupressure (APA) for chronic low back pain (CLBP). Methods. Participants were randomized to either true APA
Albers, Kathryn M+11 more
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Application Effect of Acupoint Massage on Zusanli on Premature Infants with Feeding Intolerance and Their Clinical Symptoms [PDF]
Yueqiu Gong, Li Zhu
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Implantable Self‐Powered Systems for Electrical Stimulation Medical Devices
In this paper, the design strategy and clinical application of ISS are discussed in depth from four aspects: the design and optimization of the energy collection module, the selection and preparation of adaptive electrode materials, the innovation of system design strategy, and the biological effect of electrical stimulation of ISS.
Xi Cui, Li Wu, Chao Zhang, Zhou Li
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Acupuncture with or without acupoint application for primary dysmenorrhea: protocol for a systematic review and meta-analysis [PDF]
Xuewei Zhao+10 more
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A hybrid nanogenerator (H‐NG) has been developed to be applied in epidural electrical stimulation (EES). Compared with a commercial stimulus generator (SG), the H‐NG can elicit hindlimb locomotion in rats with much lower electrical parameters and much smaller individual differences.
Cong Li+12 more
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Understanding Acupoint Sensitization: A Narrative Review on Phenomena, Potential Mechanism, and Clinical Application [PDF]
As part of traditional Chinese medicine, acupoints are considered a dynamic functional area, which can reflect the internal condition of the body. When the body is suffering from disease or injury, corresponding acupoints are believed to be activated and manifest in several sensitized forms, including expansion of the receptive field, pain ...
Suzanne McDonough+8 more
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Effects of Acupoint Stimulation with Digital Massager of Oxytocin on the Breast Milk Production of Working Mothers [PDF]
Background: Many breastfeeding mothers find that their milk production decreases or even stops when they return to work due to reduced breastfeeding hormones.
Anggorowati, A. (Anggorowati)+3 more
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The Role of Astrocytes in Poststroke Rehabilitation
Contributions of astrocytes to neuroprotection in different types of rehabilitation after ischemic stroke. ABSTRACT Introduction Ischemic stroke is a leading cause of death and chronic disability worldwide. Therapeutic options to reduce stroke‐related disability are still limited.
Ying Han+5 more
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Electroacupuncture and Moxibustion Decrease Renal Sympathetic Nerve Activity and Retard Progression of Renal Disease in Rats [PDF]
Background/Aim: Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is an increasing major public health problem worldwide. the sympathetic nervous system and nitric oxide play an important role in the pathogenesis of CKD. Traditional Chinese medicine has accumulated thousands
Bergamaschi, Cassia Toledo+7 more
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