Effect of Dry Needling Plus Static Stretching on Plantar Flexors Spasticity in Chronic Stroke Patients [0.03%]
干针联合静力拉伸对慢性卒中患者足底屈肌痉挛的影响
Mahdi Esmaeeli,Nastaran Ghotbi,Kazem Malmir et al.
Mahdi Esmaeeli et al.
Importance: Stroke is a leading cause of disability worldwide and is often accompanied by complications such as spasticity. Static stretching (SS) is a common physiotherapy intervention for reducing spasticity, whereas dr...
Randomized Controlled Trial
Journal of acupuncture and meridian studies. 2024 Aug 31;17(4):141-148. DOI:10.51507/j.jams.2024.17.4.141 2024
Effect of Acupoint Catgut Embedding at Yanglingquan (GB34) on the Bile Metabolism of Patients with Choledocholithiasis after Surgery [0.03%]
阳陵泉埋线对胆石症术后患者胆汁代谢的影响研究
Lei Li,Xiaofan Ji,Xiaoyong Rao et al.
Lei Li et al.
Importance: Choledocholithiasis, or bile duct gallstones, is effectively treated with surgery, which does not prevent relapse. A common adjuvant therapy is the stimulation of the Yanglingquan point (GB34). Acupoint catgut...
Application Development of Baihui (GV20) Moxibustion in Ancient China: a Data Analysis Study Based on Ancient Books [0.03%]
基于古籍的百会灸应用开发研究——以《针灸甲乙经》等七部古医书为例
Ma Yueying,Chen Liming,Qu Changcheng et al.
Ma Yueying et al.
Importance: We compile and analyze ancient literature related to Baihui (GV20) moxibustion and summarize the development of its ancient clinical application. ...
The Effectiveness and Safety of Yi Shen Juan Bi Pill on Rheumatoid Arthritis: a Protocol for Systematic Review and/or Meta-Analysis [0.03%]
补肾蠲痹丸治疗类风湿关节炎有效性和安全性的系统评价和/或.meta.分析方案
Gyoungeun Park,Jeong-Hyun Moon,Seo-Hyun Park et al.
Gyoungeun Park et al.
Importance: The Yi Shen Juan Bi (YSJB) pill has been used to treat rheumatoid arthritis (RA), with several studies reporting its anti-inflammatory effects and ability to prevent bone destruction. However, the lack of evid...
Bong Hyo Lee
Bong Hyo Lee
Recently, several previously undiscussed concerns in acupuncture research have been brought to light. Among these, the core issue stems from the ambiguity surrounding the identity of acupoints. Hence, the question "What is the identity of a...
Intraoral Acupuncture for Sialorrhea in Stroke Patients: a Study Protocol for a Randomized Controlled Trial [0.03%]
卒中患者唾液增多症的口腔针灸治疗方案：一项随机对照试验的研究流程图
Jin-Jin Wang,Meng-Meng Shao,Xue-Zhen Zhou et al.
Jin-Jin Wang et al.
Importance: Post-stroke sialorrhea (PSS) refers to excessive saliva flowing out the lip border after a stroke. PSS negatively affects patient self-image and social communication and may lead to depression. Limited evidenc...
Randomized Controlled Trial
Journal of acupuncture and meridian studies. 2024 Jun 30;17(3):100-109. DOI:10.51507/j.jams.2024.17.3.100 2024
The Effect of Ankle Muscles Dry Needling on Brain Activity Map Based on fMRI: a Study Protocol for Randomized Controlled Trial [0.03%]
基于fMRI的踝部肌肉干针疗法对脑活动图谱影响的随机对照试验研究方案：一项实验研究protocols for trials
Roshanak Honarpishe,Soofia Naghdi,Noureddin Nakhostin Ansari et al.
Roshanak Honarpishe et al.
Importance: Neuromodulation may be one of the underlying mechanisms of dry needling (DN); however, the mechanism has not yet been fully clarified. Objecti...
Randomized Controlled Trial
Journal of acupuncture and meridian studies. 2024 Jun 30;17(3):94-99. DOI:10.51507/j.jams.2024.17.3.94 2024
Evaluating Dielectric Properties for Assessing Water Content at Acupuncture Points: New Methodology [0.03%]
评价 acupuncture 点含水量的电介质属性的新方法学研究
Manoela Gallon Pitta,Kelly Zhang,Gustavo Henrique de Mello Rosa et al.
Manoela Gallon Pitta et al.
Importance: Understanding acupuncture point microenvironments is vital for optimizing treatment efficacy. Evaluating changes in water content at these points can provide further insights into the effects of acupuncture on...
Randomized Controlled Trial
Journal of acupuncture and meridian studies. 2024 Jun 30;17(3):86-93. DOI:10.51507/j.jams.2024.17.3.86 2024
Oksana Strakhova
Oksana Strakhova
There is no clear evidence that acupuncture points and meridians are separate organs or specific tissues. However, in traditional Chinese medicine, the mechanism of acupuncture action is associated with the vital energy concept. To identify...
Sungtae Koo
Sungtae Koo