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Neurobiology of Acupuncture
- 1st Edition, Volume 111 - November 7, 2013
- Editors: Bai-Yun Zeng, Kaicun Zhao, Fan-rong Liang
- Language: English
- Hardback ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 1 2 - 4 1 1 5 4 5 - 3
- eBook ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 1 2 - 4 1 1 5 6 0 - 6
This book summarises the recent development in acupuncture research and in particular, the neurobiology of acupuncture. It provides a focus but a diverse range of subjects co… Read more
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Request a sales quoteThis book summarises the recent development in acupuncture research and in particular, the neurobiology of acupuncture. It provides a focus but a diverse range of subjects covering many body systems. The first a few chapters discuss the basic principles of acupuncture, then its modulatory effects on nervous system such as induction of neurotrophin and neurogenesis in the brain. Late chapters explore the clinical effects and potential mechanisms of acupuncture on different conditions ranging from neurological diseases such as Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s, and stroke, to psychiatric illnesses, insomnia, hypertension, gastrointestinal diseases and drug addiction. We believe this will promote the understanding acupuncture treatment and enhance acupuncture research in the future.
- This volume of International Review of Neurobiology brings together cutting-edge research on the neurobiology of acupuncture
- It reviews current knowledge and understanding, provides a starting point for researchers and practitioners entering the field, and builds a platform for further research and discovery
Neuroscientists, psychologists, neurologists
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Contributors
Preface
Chapter One. History of Acupuncture Research
Abstract
1 Introduction
2 Acupuncture Research in the Past
3 Current Research in Acupuncture
4 Utilization of Modern Technology in Acupuncture Research
5 Future of Acupuncture Research
6 Summary
References
Chapter Two. Effects of Acupuncture Needling with Specific Sensation on Cerebral Hemodynamics and Autonomic Nervous Activity in Humans
Abstract
1 Background
2 Neuroimaging Studies of Acupuncture Therapy in Humans
3 Cerebral Hemodynamic Responses Associated with de-qi Sensations
4 Pre-SMA and SMA Responses to Acupuncture Stimulation
5 Prefrontal Cortical Responses to Acupuncture Stimulation
6 de-qi Sensation and Autonomic Functions
7 What Are Acupoints?
8 Limitations
9 Conclusions
Acknowledgments
References
Chapter Three. Acupuncture Point Specificity
Abstract
1 Background
2 Literature Research of Acupoint Specificity
3 Basic Research
4 Clinical Trial Studies
5 Future Research in Acupoint Specificity
References
Chapter Four. Acupuncture Stimulation Induces Neurogenesis in Adult Brain
Abstract
1 Introduction
2 Adult Neurogenesis
3 Acupuncture for Adult Neurogenesis
4 Neurogenesis in Neurodegenerative Diseases
5 Conclusion
Acknowledgment
References
Chapter Five. Acupuncture and Neurotrophin Modulation
Abstract
1 Introduction
2 Neurotrophins and Acupuncture
3 Relevance of the Link Between NTs and Acupuncture for the Treatment of Diseases
4 Conclusion
References
Chapter Six. Acupuncture Stimulation and Neuroendocrine Regulation
Abstract
1 Introduction
2 Acupuncture Stimulation and the Hypothalamus and Pituitary Gland
3 Acupuncture Stimulation and Cholecystokinin
4 Acupuncture and Diabetes Mellitus
5 Acupuncture Stimulation and Female Hormones
6 Acupuncture Stimulation and Adrenal Glands
7 Acupuncture Stimulation and Analgesia
8 Summary
References
Chapter Seven. Current Development of Acupuncture Research in Parkinson's Disease
Abstract
1 Introduction
2 Neuroprotective Effect of Acupuncture on Animal Models of PD
3 Neuroprotective Mechanisms of Acupuncture on Animal Models of PD
4 Modulatory Effect of Acupuncture on Neuronal Activity in the Basal Ganglia
5 Neural Mechanism of Acupuncture Treatment on PD Patients: fMRI Study
6 Future Acupuncture Research in PD
References
Chapter Eight. Acupuncture Therapy for Stroke Patients
Abstract
1 Introduction
2 Efficacy of Acupuncture Therapy for Stroke
3 Electroacupuncture Therapy for Stroke
4 Acupuncture Precondition for Stroke
5 Acupoint Option of Acupuncture Therapy for Stroke
6 Parameters of Acupuncture Therapy for Stroke
7 Mechanisms of Acupuncture Therapy for Stroke
8 Mechanisms of Acupuncture Therapy for Poststroke Patients
9 Mechanisms of Acupuncture for Animal Stroke Models
10 Mechanisms of Acupuncture Preconditioning for Stroke
11 Prospects of Acupuncture Therapy for Stroke
References
Chapter Nine. Effect and Mechanism of Acupuncture on Alzheimer’s Disease
Abstract
1 Introduction
2 Preclinical Study
3 Clinical Study
4 Brain Imaging Studies
5 Conclusions
References
Chapter Ten. Acupuncture Therapy for Psychiatric Illness
Abstract
1 Introduction
2 Methods
3 Summaries of the Research on Specific Psychiatric Disorders
4 Conclusions
References
Chapter Eleven. Acupuncture for the Treatment of Insomnia
Abstract
1 Introduction
2 Acupuncture Treatment of Insomnia and Clinical Efficacy
3 The Potential Mechanisms Underlying the Acupuncture Treatment
4 Discussions
5 Summary and Conclusions
References
Chapter Twelve. Acupuncture for the Treatment of Drug Addiction
Abstract
1 Introduction
2 Development of Acupuncture Treatment of Drug Addiction
3 Acupuncture Treatment of Drug Addiction in Peking University
4 Some Technical Comments
5 Conclusions
References
Chapter Thirteen. Acupuncture Regulation of Blood Pressure: Two Decades of Research
Abstract
1 Introduction
2 Early Observations
3 Acupuncture Modulates Abnormalities of Blood Pressure
4 Neurotransmitter Systems in CNS Processing of Somatic Input During Acupuncture Contribute to Its Unique Actions
5 Physiological and Molecular Mechanisms Contributing to Acupuncture's Cardiovascular Effects
6 Chemical Mechanisms of Acupuncture Responsiveness
7 Conclusions and Future Directions of Acupuncture Mechanistic Research
8 Final Thoughts
Acknowledgments
References
Chapter Fourteen. Effect and Mechanism of Acupuncture on Gastrointestinal Diseases
Abstract
1 Introduction
2 Energy Flow Versus Somatoautonomic Reflex
3 Effects of Acupuncture on GI Motility
4 Acupuncture for Visceral Pain
5 Acupuncture for Emesis
6 Conclusion
References
Index
Contents of Recent Volumes
- No. of pages: 360
- Language: English
- Edition: 1
- Volume: 111
- Published: November 7, 2013
- Imprint: Academic Press
- Hardback ISBN: 9780124115453
- eBook ISBN: 9780124115606
BZ
Bai-Yun Zeng
Dr. Bai-Yun Zeng is a visiting senior fellow of King’s College London, and a Guest Professor of Sichuan University West China School of Pharmacy, China.
Affiliations and expertise
King's College London, UK.KZ
Kaicun Zhao
Kaicun Zhao is a professor at Middlesex University London
Affiliations and expertise
Middlesex University LondonFL
Fan-rong Liang
Affiliations and expertise
Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese MedicineRead Neurobiology of Acupuncture on ScienceDirect