February, 2022

• 4 February

  Acupuncture points contain greater nerve endings that are suited to needle stimulation

  

  Background and objectives: Although the general functionality and structures of acupoints have been studied, there has been little insight into their underlying morphology and physical characteristics. We describe the microanatomical structures surrounding acupoints, the electron microscopic appearance of the needles, and the physical effects of acupuncture needling on the fascia. …

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• 4 February

  Moxibustion benefits IBS for up to 12 weeks

  

  Ethnopharmacological relevance: Moxibustion therapy is one of the traditional Chinese medicine external treatment methods, which involves crushing dried herb Artemisia argyi H. Lév. & Vanio and rolling it into a long cigarette-like strip, igniting it and using its warmth to stimulate specific acupuncture points for a certain period of time. It …

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• 4 February

  A combination of western and Chinese medicine has the best outcome for COVID-19 patients

  

  Background: Since the outbreak of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) in late 2019, it has evolved into a global pandemic that has become a substantial public health concern. COVID-19 is still causing a large number of deaths in several countries around the world because of the lack of effective treatment. Aim: To systematically …

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• 3 February

  Chinese herbal medicine reduces the death rate in people with severe COVID-19

  

  Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is a new infectious disease associated with high mortality, and traditional Chinese medicine decoctions have been widely used for the treatment of patients with COVID-19 in China; however, the impact of these decoctions on severe and critical COVID-19-related mortality has not been evaluated. Therefore, we aimed to …

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• 2 February

  The Chinese herb Huang Qi can improve cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases

  

  Background: With the rising age of the global population, the incidence rate of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases is increasing, which causes serious public health burden. The efforts for new therapeutic approaches are still being sought since the treatment effects of existing therapies are not quite satisfactory. Chinese traditional medicine proved to …

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• 2 February

  Thread embedding acupuncture is effective for a lumbar herniated intervertebral disc

  

  Background: and purpose: Although several studies have reported that thread embedding acupuncture is effective for lumbar herniated intervertebral disc, the evidence remains limited because previous studies had a high risk of bias. This study aimed to investigate the efficacy and safety of thread embedding acupuncture for lumbar herniated intervertebral disc through …

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• 2 February

  The Chinese herbal formula Jia Wei Xiao Yao Wan relieves stress related depression

  

  Background: The pathogenesis of depression remains largely unknown. Accumulating evidence demonstrates the existence of a complex relationship between gut microbiome composition and brain functions. Jia Wei Xiao Yao San is considered a potential antidepressant. However, the pharmacological mechanisms of Jia Wei Xiao Yao San have not yet been clarified. Purpose: This study …

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• 1 February

  Electroacupuncture reduces depression in perimenopausal women

  

  Introduction: Perimenopausal depression is predominantly caused by hormone shock, but the underlying physical and psychological factors are still unclear.  Objectives: To explore the constituent components of perimenopausal depression by dynamically depicting its influencing factors and interactive pathways from the perspective of embodied cognition.  Methods: This is a randomized clinical controlled trial. In this …

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• 1 February

  MRI shows electroacupuncture at Zi Gong regulates gynaecology and promotes fertility

  

  Objective: Based on resting-state functional magnetic resonance imaging (rs-fMRI), to observe the changes of brain function of bilateral uterine points stimulated by electroacupuncture, so as to provide imaging basis for acupuncture in the treatment of gynecological and reproductive diseases. Methods: 20 healthy female subjects were selected to stimulate bilateral uterine points (Zi …

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• 1 February

  Karate calms the emotions and promotes well being

  

  Physical activity is an important determinant of a healthy lifestyle. Regular participation in sports-related activities contributes to the maintenance of good psychophysiological and social health. Long-term physical activity has a positive impact on subjective well-being and can reduce stress. Karate is a specific physical activity which focuses on self-regulation and …

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