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Acupuncture & Electro-Therapeutics Research     Full-text available via subscription   (Followers: 4)
Acupuncture in Medicine     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 16)
Advanced Herbal Medicine     Open Access   (Followers: 9)
Advances in Traditional Medicine     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 5)
African Journal of Traditional, Complementary and Alternative Medicines     Open Access   (Followers: 3)
Akupunktur & Aurikulomedizin     Full-text available via subscription   (Followers: 1)
Allgemeine Homöopathische Zeitung     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 2)
Alternative & Integrative Medicine     Open Access   (Followers: 15)
Anales de Hidrología Médica     Open Access   (Followers: 1)
Arteterapia. Papeles de arteterapia y educación artística para la inclusión social     Open Access   (Followers: 3)
Asian Journal of Plant Pathology     Open Access   (Followers: 5)
Australian Journal of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine     Full-text available via subscription   (Followers: 2)
Australian Journal of Herbal Medicine     Full-text available via subscription   (Followers: 5)
Australian Journal of Music Therapy     Full-text available via subscription   (Followers: 12)
Avicenna Journal of Phytomedicine     Open Access   (Followers: 1)
BMC Complementary Medicine and Therapies     Open Access   (Followers: 18)
Chinese Herbal Medicines     Full-text available via subscription   (Followers: 1)
Chinese Medicine     Open Access   (Followers: 4)
Chinese Medicine and Culture     Open Access   (Followers: 4)
Cognitive Neuroscience     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 35)
Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practice     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 20)
Complementary Therapies in Medicine     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 20)
Deutsche Heilpraktiker-Zeitschrift     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 3)
Erfahrungsheilkunde     Hybrid Journal  
European Journal of Medicinal Plants     Open Access   (Followers: 4)
Experimental and Therapeutic Medicine     Full-text available via subscription   (Followers: 1)
Fitoterapia     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 5)
Focus on Alternative and Complementary Therapies     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 12)
Innovare Journal of Ayurvedic Sciences     Open Access   (Followers: 2)
Intas Polivet     Full-text available via subscription   (Followers: 3)
Integrative Medicine Research     Open Access   (Followers: 4)
International Journal of High Dilution Research     Open Access  
International Journal of Qualitative Studies on Health and Well-Being     Open Access   (Followers: 21)
Journal of Acupuncture and Tuina Science     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 4)
Journal of Applied Research on Medicinal and Aromatic Plants     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 3)
Journal of Asian Natural Products Research     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 6)
Journal of Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine     Open Access   (Followers: 6)
Journal of AYUSH :- Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy     Full-text available via subscription   (Followers: 8)
Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 19)
Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research     Open Access   (Followers: 2)
Journal of Evidence-Based Integrative Medicine     Open Access   (Followers: 18)
Journal of Fasting and Health     Open Access   (Followers: 1)
Journal of Ginseng Research     Open Access   (Followers: 1)
Journal of Health Science and Alternative Medicine     Open Access   (Followers: 2)
Journal of Health Sciences Scholarship     Open Access  
Journal of Herbal Medicine     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 3)
Journal of Integrative Medicine     Full-text available via subscription   (Followers: 2)
Journal of Integrative Medicine & Therapy     Open Access  
Journal of Manual & Manipulative Therapy     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 18)
Journal of Medicinal Plants for Economic Development     Open Access   (Followers: 2)
Journal of Nutraceuticals and Herbal Medicine     Open Access  
Journal of Palliative Medicine     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 58)
Journal of the Australian Traditional-Medicine Society     Full-text available via subscription  
Journal of Traditional and Complementary Medicine     Open Access   (Followers: 4)
Journal of Traditional Chinese Medical Sciences     Open Access  
Médecine Palliative     Full-text available via subscription   (Followers: 1)
Medical Acupuncture     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 5)
Medicines     Open Access   (Followers: 1)
Mersin Üniversitesi Tıp Fakültesi Lokman Hekim Tıp Tarihi ve Folklorik Tıp Dergisi     Open Access  
Nigerian Journal of Natural Products and Medicine     Full-text available via subscription  
Oriental Pharmacy and Experimental Medicine     Partially Free   (Followers: 2)
Research Journal of Medicinal Plant     Open Access   (Followers: 2)
Revista Internacional de Acupuntura     Full-text available via subscription  
South African Journal of Plant and Soil     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 1)
Synfacts     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 5)
Traditional & Kampo Medicine     Full-text available via subscription  
Traditional Medicine Journal     Open Access   (Followers: 2)

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Acupuncture in Medicine
Journal Prestige (SJR): 0.702
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Number of Followers: 16  
 
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ISSN (Print) 0964-5284 - ISSN (Online) 1759-9873
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  • Nonsurgical treatment of bilateral vocal fold paralysis: a case study of
           voice training combined with acupuncture

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      Authors: Jing Peng, Mi Zou, Manwa L Ng, Jie Tan, Juan Xiang
      Abstract: Acupuncture in Medicine, Ahead of Print.

      Citation: Acupuncture in Medicine
      PubDate: 2024-08-01T04:59:29Z
      DOI: 10.1177/09645284241265869
       
  • Electroacupuncture ameliorates senile osteoporosis by promoting bone
           remodeling and regulating autophagy

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      Authors: Jing Liu, Jun Zhou, Jinlin Wang, Xiarong Huang, Mengjian Qu, Ying Liao, Guanghua Sun, Peirui Zhong, Jinqu Tan, Zhilu Sun
      Abstract: Acupuncture in Medicine, Ahead of Print.
      Objectives:Osteoporosis is widely regarded as a typical aged-related disease caused by impaired bone remodeling. This research was designed to explore the protective effects of electroacupuncture (EA) on senile osteoporosis in a rat model and investigate the underlying mechanisms.Methods:Three-month-old rats were randomly selected as the youth group, and 24-month-old rats were randomly assigned to the elderly and EA groups. Rats in the EA group received 30 min of EA at bilateral SP10, ST36, K13 and GB34 daily, 5 days a week for 8 weeks. Bone mineral density (BMD), microstructure of the bone tissue, bone turnover biomarkers and expression level of autophagy-related proteins were detected.Results:Compared with the elderly group, EA treatment significantly increased BMD of the femur and ameliorated the microstructure. EA treatment increased trabecular bone volume ratio (= bone volume / total volume [BV/TV]) and trabecular number (Tb.N) and decreased trabecular separation (Tb.Sp) in senile osteoporosis rats. Compared with the elderly group, the serum N-terminal telopeptide of type I collagen (NTX1) level in the EA group was lower, and the serum procollagen type I N-terminal propeptide (PINP) concentration was higher. In addition, the expression of Beclin 1, microtubule-associated protein I light chain 3 (LC3B) and P62 was inhibited in the senile osteoporosis rats after EA treatment.Conclusions:EA can effectively alleviate aging-related bone loss and improve the microstructure of bone tissue in senile osteoporosis rats, and the regulation of autophagy might be one of the important mechanisms.
      Citation: Acupuncture in Medicine
      PubDate: 2024-07-28T11:52:55Z
      DOI: 10.1177/09645284241265872
       
  • Effect of acupuncture on corrugator muscle activity in temporomandibular
           joint disorder: a case report

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      Authors: Takahiro Yamada, Hiroyoshi Yajima, Miho Takayama, Morihiro Nasu, Konomi Imanishi, Judith M Schlaeger, Nobuari Takakura
      Abstract: Acupuncture in Medicine, Ahead of Print.

      Citation: Acupuncture in Medicine
      PubDate: 2024-06-19T12:03:46Z
      DOI: 10.1177/09645284241262049
       
  • Signaling pathways in the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease with
           acupuncture: a narrative review

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      Authors: Chao Ke, Shengtao Shan, Yan Tan, Yang Cao, Zhengrong Xie, Senjie Shi, Jiang Pan, Wei Zhang
      Abstract: Acupuncture in Medicine, Ahead of Print.
      Background:To date, there is no effective treatment for Alzheimer’s disease (AD), a progressive neurodegenerative disorder that is increasing in prevalence worldwide. The objective of this review was to summarize the core targets and signaling pathways involved in acupuncture treatment for AD.Methods:We reviewed numerous signaling pathways, including mammalian target of rapamycin (mTOR), phosphatidylinositol 3-kinase–protein kinase B (PI3 K/Akt), adenosine monophosphate–activated protein kinase (AMPK), mitogen-activated protein kinase (MAPK), nuclear factor (NF)-kB, p53, Wnt, nitric oxide (NO), Janus kinase / signal transducer and activator of transcription (JAK/ STAT), RhoA/ROCK (Rho-associated protein kinase) and Ca2+/ calmodulin-dependent protein kinase II (CaMKII) / cyclic adenosine monophosphate-response element-binding protein (CREB). The relevant data were obtained from PubMed, EMBASE, Web of Science, China National Knowledge Infrastructure (CNKI) and Wanfang databases.Results:In summary, the effects of acupuncture are mediated by multiple targets and pathways. Furthermore, acupuncture can improve pathological changes associated with AD (such as abnormal deposition of amyloid (A)β, tau hyperphosphorylation, synaptic dysfunction and neuronal apoptosis) through multiple signaling pathways.Conclusion:Overall, our findings provide a basis for future research into the effects of acupuncture on AD.
      Citation: Acupuncture in Medicine
      PubDate: 2024-06-11T04:58:48Z
      DOI: 10.1177/09645284241256669
       
  • Electroacupuncture for post-COVID proctodynia: a case report

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      Authors: Amit Kumar
      Abstract: Acupuncture in Medicine, Ahead of Print.

      Citation: Acupuncture in Medicine
      PubDate: 2024-06-07T08:03:50Z
      DOI: 10.1177/09645284241256670
       
  • Electroacupuncture treatment improves postoperative ileus by inhibiting
           the Th1 cell-mediated inflammatory response through the vagus nerve

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      Authors: Hao Gao, Liyue Lu, Lili Li, Zhiyu Yin, Wenqing Ruan, Yinghua Zou, He Li, Yalan Zhou, Xing Li, Yongqiang Wang, Jiangang Song, Wenting Chen, Jian Wang
      Abstract: Acupuncture in Medicine, Ahead of Print.
      Background:Electroacupuncture (EA) has been reported to improve intestinal motility in mice with postoperative ileus (POI). Previous studies, however, have yielded heterogeneous results regarding the effect of EA on POI.Methods:Herein, a POI mouse model was constructed by intestinal manipulation. To evaluate the effect of EA treatment on colonic transit, the levels of inflammatory markers (macrophage inflammatory protein (MIP)-1α, interleukin (IL)-1β, IL-6, monocyte chemotactic protein (MCP)-1 and intercellular adhesion molecule (ICAM)-1) were detected by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA); immune cell infiltration was detected by immunohistochemical staining of myeloperoxidase (MPO), ectodysplasin (ED)-1 and ED-2, and the percentage of CD4+ interferon (IFN)-γ+ Th1 cells and IFN-γ secretion levels were determined. Activated Th1 cells and pentoxifylline, a cell differentiation inhibitor, were used to assess the role of Th1 cells in EA treatment of POI. Neostigmine administration and unilateral vagotomy were performed to confirm whether the effects of EA treatment on Th1 cells were mediated by the vagus nerve (VN).Results:The results revealed that EA treatment at ST36 improved POI, as indicated by a decreased level of inflammatory-related markers and immune cell infiltration and shortened colonic transit time. The activated Th1 cells abolished the effects of EA treatment on POI. The effects of EA treatment on POI were enhanced by stimulation of the VN along with a decreased level of Th1 cells, but these effects were abolished by vagotomy along with an increased percentage of Th1 cells; this result indicates that the VN mediates the role of Th1 cells in the effects of EA treatment of POI.Conclusion:Our findings showed that the effects of EA treatment of POI were mainly mediated by Th1 cells through the stimulation of the VN and inhibition of the inflammatory response.
      Citation: Acupuncture in Medicine
      PubDate: 2024-05-30T10:22:32Z
      DOI: 10.1177/09645284241248466
       
  • Acupuncture knowledge, attitudes, beliefs and health service needs after
           traumatic brain injury: a cross-sectional survey

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      Authors: Mark D Sodders, Shyam J Deshpande, Jeffery A Dusek, Ryan Bradley, Monica S Vavilala
      Abstract: Acupuncture in Medicine, Ahead of Print.
      Background:Acupuncture is a promising treatment for common symptoms after traumatic brain injury (TBI). Our objectives were to explore knowledge, attitudes and beliefs about acupuncture, identify health service needs and assess the perceived feasibility of weekly acupuncture visits among individuals with TBI.Methods:We surveyed adults 18 years of age and older with TBI who received care at the University of Washington. Respondents were asked to complete 143 questions regarding acupuncture knowledge, attitudes and beliefs, injury-related symptoms and comorbidities, and to describe their interest in weekly acupuncture.Results:Respondents (n = 136) reported a high degree of knowledge about acupuncture as a component of Traditional Chinese Medicine, needle use and safety, but were less knowledgeable regarding that the fact that most conditions require multiple acupuncture treatments to achieve optimal therapeutic benefit. Respondents were comfortable talking with healthcare providers about acupuncture (63.4%), open to acupuncture concurrent with conventional treatments (80.6%) and identified lack of insurance coverage as a barrier (50.8%). Beliefs varied, but respondents were generally receptive to using acupuncture as therapy. Unsurprisingly, respondents with a history of acupuncture (n = 60) had more acupuncture knowledge than those without such a history (n = 66) and were more likely to pursue acupuncture without insurance (60%), for serious health conditions (63.3%) or alongside conventional medical therapy (85.0%). Half of all respondents expressed interest in participating in weekly acupuncture for up to 12 months and would expect almost a 50% improvement in symptoms by participating.Conclusion:Adults with TBI were receptive and interested in participating in weekly acupuncture to address health concerns. These results provide support for exploring the integration of acupuncture into the care of individuals with TBI.
      Citation: Acupuncture in Medicine
      PubDate: 2024-05-09T09:08:28Z
      DOI: 10.1177/09645284241249197
       
  • A clinical audit of patient outcomes in real-world acupuncture practice

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      Authors: Nick Lowe, Natalia Permyakova, Rodney Dutton
      Abstract: Acupuncture in Medicine, Ahead of Print.
      Introduction:Clinical auditing represents a valuable and cost-effective method for the collection of patient outcomes and is increasingly being used to inform clinical guidelines. The aim of this clinical audit was to assess patient outcomes across a small subset of acupuncture practitioners and private practices in the United Kingdom.Methods:The Measure Yourself Medical Outcomes Profile (MYMOP) questionnaire and the Patient Global Impression of Change (PGIC) scale were used as outcome measures. Additional questions assessed adverse events and patient experience with care. Clinical data were collected utilising an electronic patient-reported outcome measures (ePROMs) system.Results:Baseline data were collected for a total of 233 health complaints (from 232 patients), of which 45.9% were musculoskeletal and 26.2% were psychological. Follow-up outcomes data were available for 144 health complaints (61.8% completion rate). For PGIC responses,>90% of health complaints were reported as at least ‘minimally improved’. This was reduced to>51% when controlling for missing data. There was a gradual improvement in both mean MYMOP scores (24.5%–43.0%) and PGIC responses of ‘very much improved’ (12.3%–56.3%) over a 6-month period. A clinically significant improvement (>1 point change, p ⩽ 0.001) was seen in mean MYMOP scores compared to baseline from 4 to 8 weeks and symptom 1 MYMOP scores from 1 to 4 weeks. A moderately strong, negative correlation was seen between outcome measures (r = −0.507, p 
      Citation: Acupuncture in Medicine
      PubDate: 2024-05-07T04:47:47Z
      DOI: 10.1177/09645284241248471
       
  • Acupuncture in the treatment of cocaine addiction: how does it work'

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      Authors: Luqiang Sun, Haichuan Wang
      Abstract: Acupuncture in Medicine, Ahead of Print.
      Cocaine is a frequently abused and highly addictive drug that damages brain health and imposes substantial social and economic costs. Acupuncture has been used in the treatment of cocaine addiction and has been shown to improve abnormal mental and motor states. This article mainly focuses on the neurobiological mechanisms involving the central nervous system (CNS) and peripheral nervous system (PNS) that underlie the effects of acupuncture in the treatment of cocaine addiction. The central dopamine system is a key player in acupuncture treatment of cocaine addiction; the ventral tegmental area (VTA)—nucleus accumbens (NAc) signaling pathway, which has a modulatory influence on behavior and psychology after chronic use of cocaine, is a significant target of acupuncture action. Moreover, acupuncture alleviates cocaine-induced seizures or acute psychomotor responses through the paraventricular thalamus and the lateral habenula (LHb)—rostromedial tegmental (RMTg) nucleus circuits. The data suggest that acupuncture can impact various cocaine-induced issues via stimulation of diverse brain areas; nevertheless, the interconnection of these brain regions and the PNS mechanisms involved remain unknown. In this review, we also discuss the effects of specific acupuncture protocols on cocaine addiction and note that variations in needling modalities, current intensities and traditional acupuncture point locations have led to different experimental results. Therefore, standardized acupuncture protocols (with respect to stimulation methods, point locations and number of sessions) may become particularly important in future studies.
      Citation: Acupuncture in Medicine
      PubDate: 2024-05-06T05:19:44Z
      DOI: 10.1177/09645284241248473
       
  • Practice recommendations for physiotherapists in Canada managing adverse
           events associated with acupuncture

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      Authors: Venkadesan Rajendran
      Abstract: Acupuncture in Medicine, Ahead of Print.
      In Canada, acupuncture is a regulated medical practice that involves inserting thin needles at specific points on the body to alleviate pain and other health conditions. Acupuncture is a controlled act in physiotherapy practice. Therefore, physiotherapists who incorporate acupuncture into their practice should have the necessary education and roster this controlled act with the regulatory college in their province. Although acupuncture can be helpful, potential complications can arise, ranging from minor bruising to life-threatening conditions such as pneumothorax and cardiac tamponade. This article provides information on the potential adverse effects of acupuncture and provides recommendations for physiotherapists regarding prevention and management of any incidents that may arise during treatment.
      Citation: Acupuncture in Medicine
      PubDate: 2024-05-06T05:17:53Z
      DOI: 10.1177/09645284241248468
       
  • A clinical audit in a UK-based acupuncture private practice: assessing
           patient demographics, outcomes and experience

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      Authors: Nick Lowe, Natalia Permyakova, Rodney Dutton
      Abstract: Acupuncture in Medicine, Ahead of Print.
      Objectives:The aim of this clinical audit was to assess patient demographics, outcomes and experience with care in patients who received acupuncture in a private practice setting in the United Kingdom.Methods:Demographic and clinical data were extracted from patients’ records over a 7-year period. The Measure Yourself Medical Outcomes Profile (MYMOP) questionnaire and an adapted Patient Global Impression of Change (PGIC) scale were used routinely to monitor patient outcomes over an 18-month period. Finally, a retrospective questionnaire was used to assess patient beliefs regarding treatment effectiveness, adverse events and overall experience with care. Patients not providing consent or known to be deceased were excluded.Results:Data were collected for 306 patients presenting with 376 separate health complaints, 58% of which were musculoskeletal. Follow-up outcomes (MYMOP scores (n = 51) and PGIC scale responses (n = 50)) showed a clinically significant improvement compared to baseline for the majority of health complaints (93% of PGIC scores were ‘improved’ and 79% MYMOP demonstrated > 1 point change). Total mean MYMOP severity scores were reduced by almost 50% (p 
      Citation: Acupuncture in Medicine
      PubDate: 2024-05-04T04:22:43Z
      DOI: 10.1177/09645284241248470
       
  • Electroacupuncture improves apoptosis of nucleus pulposus cells via the
           IL-22/JAK2-STAT3 signaling pathway in a rat model of cervical
           intervertebral disk degeneration

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      Authors: Sen Yan, Ling-Yao Xie, Xia-Xia Duan, Jia-Xuan Tan, Song Yang, Ling Meng, Qing-Hua Zhong, Wei-Di Lin, Jia-Ni Yang, Yao-Yao Xiao, Xueyu Jiang
      Abstract: Acupuncture in Medicine, Ahead of Print.
      Background:Cervical spondylosis (CS) is a prevalent disorder that can have a major negative impact on quality of life. Traditional conservative treatment has limited efficacy, and electroacupuncture (EA) is a novel treatment option. We investigated the application and molecular mechanism of EA treatment in a rat model of cervical intervertebral disk degeneration (CIDD).Methods:The CIDD rat model was established, following which rats in the electroacupuncture (EA) group received EA. For overexpression of IL-22 or inhibition of JAK2-STAT3 signaling, the rats were injected intraperitoneally with recombinant IL-22 protein (p-IL-22) or the JAK2-STAT3 (Janus kinase 2—signal transducer and activator of transcription protein 3) inhibitor AG490 after model establishment. Rat nucleus pulposus (NP) cells were isolated and cultured. Cell counting kit-8 and flow cytometry were used to analyze the viability and apoptosis of the NP cells. Expression of IL-22, JAK2 and STAT3 was determined using RT-qPCR. Expression of IL-22/JAK2-STAT3 pathway and apoptosis related proteins was detected by Western blotting (WB).Results:EA protected the NP tissues of CIDD rats by regulating the IL-22/JAK2-STAT3 pathway. Overexpression of IL-22 significantly promoted the expression of tumor necrosis factor (TNF)-α, IL-6, IL-1β, matrix metalloproteinase (MMP)3 and MMP13 compared with the EA group. WB demonstrated that the expression of IL-22, p-JAK2, p-STAT3, caspase-3 and Bax in NP cells of the EA group was significantly reduced and Bcl-2 elevated compared with the model group. EA regulated cytokines and MMP through activation of IL-22/JAK2-STAT3 signaling in CIDD rat NP cells.Conclusion:We demonstrated that EA affected apoptosis by regulating the IL-22/JAK2-STAT3 pathway in NP cells and reducing inflammatory factors in the CIDD rat model. The results extend our knowledge of the mechanisms of action underlying the effects of EA as a potential treatment approach for CS in clinical practice.
      Citation: Acupuncture in Medicine
      PubDate: 2024-05-04T04:20:16Z
      DOI: 10.1177/09645284241248465
       
  • Use of acupuncture to enhance recovery of gastrointestinal function after
           thoracoscopic surgery

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      Authors: Jia-He Lin, Lei Wan, Fu-Shan Xue
      Abstract: Acupuncture in Medicine, Ahead of Print.

      Citation: Acupuncture in Medicine
      PubDate: 2024-05-03T12:23:21Z
      DOI: 10.1177/09645284241248467
       
  • Electroacupuncture attenuates cerebral ischemia/reperfusion injury by
           regulating oxidative stress, neuronal death and neuroinflammation via
           stimulation of PPAR-γ

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      Authors: Nanfang Cheng, Xinyuan Cheng, Feng Tan, Yangui Liang, Lihong Xu, Jian Wang, Jiuqing Tan
      Abstract: Acupuncture in Medicine, Ahead of Print.
      Background:Oxidative stress and inflammatory responses play essential roles in cerebral ischemia/reperfusion (I/R) injury. Electroacupuncture (EA) is widely used as a rehabilitation method for stroke in China; however, the underlying mechanism of action remains unclear. Peroxisome proliferator–activated receptor gamma (PPAR-γ) has been reported to impact anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidative effects.Objective:This study investigated the role of PPAR-γ in EA-mediated effects and aimed to illuminate its possible mechanisms in cerebral I/R.Methods:In this study, male Sprague-Dawley (SD) rats with middle cerebral artery occlusion/reperfusion (MCAO/R) injury were treated with EA at LI11 and ST36 for 30 min daily after MCAO/R for seven consecutive days. The neuroprotective effects of EA were measured by neurobehavioral evaluation, triphenyltetrazolium chloride staining, hematoxylin–eosin staining and transmission electron microscopy. Oxidative stress, inflammatory factors, neural apoptosis and microglial activation were examined by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay, immunofluorescence and reverse transcriptase polymerase chain reaction. Western blotting was used to assess PPAR-γ-mediated signaling.Results:We found that EA significantly alleviated cerebral I/R-induced infarct volume, decreased neurological scores and inhibited I/R-induced oxidative stress, inflammatory responses and microglial activation. EA also increased PPAR-γ protein expression. Furthermore, the protective effects of EA were reversed by injection of the PPAR-γ antagonist T0070907.Conclusion:EA attenuates cerebral I/R injury by regulating oxidative stress, neuronal death and neuroinflammation via stimulation of PPAR-γ.
      Citation: Acupuncture in Medicine
      PubDate: 2024-02-14T06:36:00Z
      DOI: 10.1177/09645284231211600
       
  • Delayed recovery of sudden sensorineural hearing loss treated with
           magnetic acupuncture: a case report

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      Authors: Ha-Kyung Jea, Ye-Eun Min, Soyoung Park
      Abstract: Acupuncture in Medicine, Ahead of Print.

      Citation: Acupuncture in Medicine
      PubDate: 2024-02-05T03:40:00Z
      DOI: 10.1177/09645284231218751
       
  • Trigger point acupuncture for patellofemoral arthritis: a case report

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      Authors: Xiaolin Ye, Tong Li, XiaoXia Zheng, Aiguo Xue
      Abstract: Acupuncture in Medicine, Ahead of Print.

      Citation: Acupuncture in Medicine
      PubDate: 2024-01-02T11:12:53Z
      DOI: 10.1177/09645284231210575
       
  • Acupuncture for androgenetic alopecia: a report of two cases

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      Authors: Wendi Dong, Xiaxia Jin, Shan Mo
      Abstract: Acupuncture in Medicine, Ahead of Print.

      Citation: Acupuncture in Medicine
      PubDate: 2023-12-27T11:48:20Z
      DOI: 10.1177/09645284231210880
       
  • Effects of contralateral versus ipsilateral electroacupuncture for
           analgesia and rehabilitation after unilateral total knee arthroplasty: a
           randomized controlled trial

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      Authors: Hai Huang, Kangmin Tang, Xiuling Song, Ling Zhao, Yongying Liang, Hui Xu, Lianbo Xiao, Yuelai Chen
      Abstract: Acupuncture in Medicine, Ahead of Print.
      Purpose:Total knee arthroplasty (TKA) is a treatment for advanced knee osteoarthritis. Since postoperative pain affects rehabilitation, this study aimed to determine whether electroacupuncture (EA) contralateral to the surgical site is more effective than ipsilateral EA or sham EA in terms of relieving postoperative pain and promoting post-TKA rehabilitation.Methods:In this parallel, single-blind randomized controlled trial, 114 patients undergoing unilateral TKA were assigned to the contralateral EA (EA on the contralateral side + sham EA on the ipsilateral), ipsilateral EA (EA on the ipsilateral + sham EA on the contralateral side), or sham EA (sham EA on both sides) groups (n = 38 each). Treatment was performed once daily on postoperative days 1–3. The visual analog scale (VAS) scores, additional opioid doses via patient-controlled analgesia (PCA) pump, Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) knee scores, active/passive range of motion (AROM/PROM), swelling around the knee joint, and Hamilton anxiety scale (HAMA) scores were used for postoperative evaluation.Results:At 3 days postoperatively, the VAS scores, HSS scores, AROM/PROM, swelling around the knee, and HAMA scores in the contralateral EA and ipsilateral EA groups were significantly improved compared with baseline. In addition, VAS scores, HSS scores, PROM and swelling around the knee were significantly better in the contralateral and ipsilateral EA groups than in the sham EA group, but similar in the two true EA groups. Furthermore, PCA additional dose release was significantly higher in the sham EA group than in the two true EA groups (which did not significantly differ). At 10 days postoperatively, the HSS scores, AROM/PROM, and HAMA scores were better in the contralateral and ipsilateral EA groups than in the sham EA group, but similar in the two true EA groups.Conclusion:Contralateral EA is more effective than sham EA for treating postoperative pain following TKA, but has an analgesic effect similar to that of ipsilateral EA.Trial registration number:ChiCTR1800020297 (Chinese Clinical Trial Registry)
      Citation: Acupuncture in Medicine
      PubDate: 2023-12-27T11:45:51Z
      DOI: 10.1177/09645284231211601
       
  • Acupuncture for functional ankle instability: a case report

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      Authors: Zhibin Fu, Han Wang, Xin Guo, Yizhuan Huang
      Abstract: Acupuncture in Medicine, Ahead of Print.

      Citation: Acupuncture in Medicine
      PubDate: 2023-12-21T07:43:02Z
      DOI: 10.1177/09645284231210576
       
  • Exploring traditional acupuncture point selection patterns for pain
           control: data mining of randomised controlled clinical trials

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      Authors: Ye-Chae Hwang, In-Seon Lee, Yeonhee Ryu, Myeong Soo Lee, Younbyoung Chae
      Abstract: Acupuncture in Medicine, Ahead of Print.
      BackgroundThe underlying principles of traditional acupuncture point selection for pain control are complex. Analysis of acupuncture treatments from clinical studies may provide us with a potential rule when selecting traditional acupuncture points (hereafter abbreviated as “points”) in treatment protocols for pain control. The aim of this study was to investigate which points were most commonly used to treat pain in randomised controlled clinical trials (RCTs).MethodsWe searched acupuncture treatment regimens in RCTs included in the Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews for pain management. We analysed information on point selection (more than 10 RCTs included) from seven eligible systematic reviews on pain control. The frequency of the points used was calculated and visualised using a human body template.ResultsThe points most commonly used across diseases were SP6, ST36, LI4 and LR3. However, the most frequently used points varied across individual conditions. For example, the most frequently used points to treat migraine were GB20, LR3, GV20, Taiyang, LI4 and TE5, while the most frequently used points to manage dysmenorrhoea were SP6, CV4, SP8, LR3 and BL32. Both regional and distal points were used for pain management with acupuncture.ConclusionsOur findings suggest that local and segmental/extra-segmental neuromodulation appear to be the most common phenomena for pain control in acupuncture research. Analysis of information on point selection using a data-driven approach may unveil the hidden patterns of traditional acupuncture point utilisation in clinical practice.
      Citation: Acupuncture in Medicine
      PubDate: 2021-06-01T07:00:00Z
      DOI: 10.1177/0964528420926173
       
 
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Acupuncture & Electro-Therapeutics Research     Full-text available via subscription   (Followers: 4)
Acupuncture in Medicine     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 16)
Advanced Herbal Medicine     Open Access   (Followers: 9)
Advances in Traditional Medicine     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 5)
African Journal of Traditional, Complementary and Alternative Medicines     Open Access   (Followers: 3)
Akupunktur & Aurikulomedizin     Full-text available via subscription   (Followers: 1)
Allgemeine Homöopathische Zeitung     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 2)
Alternative & Integrative Medicine     Open Access   (Followers: 15)
Anales de Hidrología Médica     Open Access   (Followers: 1)
Arteterapia. Papeles de arteterapia y educación artística para la inclusión social     Open Access   (Followers: 3)
Asian Journal of Plant Pathology     Open Access   (Followers: 5)
Australian Journal of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine     Full-text available via subscription   (Followers: 2)
Australian Journal of Herbal Medicine     Full-text available via subscription   (Followers: 5)
Australian Journal of Music Therapy     Full-text available via subscription   (Followers: 12)
Avicenna Journal of Phytomedicine     Open Access   (Followers: 1)
BMC Complementary Medicine and Therapies     Open Access   (Followers: 18)
Chinese Herbal Medicines     Full-text available via subscription   (Followers: 1)
Chinese Medicine     Open Access   (Followers: 4)
Chinese Medicine and Culture     Open Access   (Followers: 4)
Cognitive Neuroscience     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 35)
Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practice     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 20)
Complementary Therapies in Medicine     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 20)
Deutsche Heilpraktiker-Zeitschrift     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 3)
Erfahrungsheilkunde     Hybrid Journal  
European Journal of Medicinal Plants     Open Access   (Followers: 4)
Experimental and Therapeutic Medicine     Full-text available via subscription   (Followers: 1)
Fitoterapia     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 5)
Focus on Alternative and Complementary Therapies     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 12)
Innovare Journal of Ayurvedic Sciences     Open Access   (Followers: 2)
Intas Polivet     Full-text available via subscription   (Followers: 3)
Integrative Medicine Research     Open Access   (Followers: 4)
International Journal of High Dilution Research     Open Access  
International Journal of Qualitative Studies on Health and Well-Being     Open Access   (Followers: 21)
Journal of Acupuncture and Tuina Science     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 4)
Journal of Applied Research on Medicinal and Aromatic Plants     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 3)
Journal of Asian Natural Products Research     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 6)
Journal of Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine     Open Access   (Followers: 6)
Journal of AYUSH :- Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy     Full-text available via subscription   (Followers: 8)
Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 19)
Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research     Open Access   (Followers: 2)
Journal of Evidence-Based Integrative Medicine     Open Access   (Followers: 18)
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Journal of Ginseng Research     Open Access   (Followers: 1)
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Journal of Integrative Medicine     Full-text available via subscription   (Followers: 2)
Journal of Integrative Medicine & Therapy     Open Access  
Journal of Manual & Manipulative Therapy     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 18)
Journal of Medicinal Plants for Economic Development     Open Access   (Followers: 2)
Journal of Nutraceuticals and Herbal Medicine     Open Access  
Journal of Palliative Medicine     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 58)
Journal of the Australian Traditional-Medicine Society     Full-text available via subscription  
Journal of Traditional and Complementary Medicine     Open Access   (Followers: 4)
Journal of Traditional Chinese Medical Sciences     Open Access  
Médecine Palliative     Full-text available via subscription   (Followers: 1)
Medical Acupuncture     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 5)
Medicines     Open Access   (Followers: 1)
Mersin Üniversitesi Tıp Fakültesi Lokman Hekim Tıp Tarihi ve Folklorik Tıp Dergisi     Open Access  
Nigerian Journal of Natural Products and Medicine     Full-text available via subscription  
Oriental Pharmacy and Experimental Medicine     Partially Free   (Followers: 2)
Research Journal of Medicinal Plant     Open Access   (Followers: 2)
Revista Internacional de Acupuntura     Full-text available via subscription  
South African Journal of Plant and Soil     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 1)
Synfacts     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 5)
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