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Point injection as an alternative acupuncture technique--an exploratory study of responses in healthy subjects.

Author: ChoyS T Boris, HinksRoderick C, StrudwickMark W

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Overview

This study compared the effects of acupuncture and point injection at a single acupuncture point. The study also investigated if multiple point injections at the same site could increase the intensity of the stimulation. The abstract does not provide specific results, only the research question. Therefore, we cannot provide a summary of the study's findings.
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Original Abstract of the Article :
Point injection as a therapeutic technique is well documented, but its physiological effects have not been formally compared with traditional acupuncture. One aim of this study was to compare the effects of the two techniques at one acupuncture point, as a step towards understanding the mode of acti...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://doi.org/10.1136/aim.25.4.166

データ提供：米国国立医学図書館（NLM）

Point Injection: A New Oasis in Acupuncture

Acupuncture is an ancient healing practice, like a well-trodden path through the desert, with a rich history. This study investigates the effects of point injection, a new technique that combines acupuncture with injection, exploring its potential benefits and mechanisms of action.

A New Approach to Stimulation

The authors compare the effects of traditional acupuncture and point injection at a single acupuncture point, aiming to understand the distinct physiological effects of each technique, much like comparing two different routes through the desert.

Exploring the Potential of Point Injection

The study explores the potential of point injection as a therapeutic technique, suggesting that it might offer a more targeted and controlled approach to stimulating acupuncture points, like a precise compass guiding a journey through the desert.

Dr.Camel's Conclusion

This study delves into the world of point injection, a novel technique that combines acupuncture with injection. The authors explore the distinct physiological effects of this technique, suggesting that it might offer a more targeted and controlled approach to stimulating acupuncture points, potentially leading to improved therapeutic outcomes.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2008-04-11
  2. Date Revised 2019-03-19
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

18160927

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

10.1136/aim.25.4.166

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Languages

English

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