Neuroplastische Mechanismen der Akupunktur bei der motorischen Erholung nach Schlaganfall: Eine randomisierte Multimodal-MRT-Studie Abstract Background Hemiplegia is a common motor impairment following ischemic stroke. Post-stroke recovery involves extensive reorganization of structural and functional brain networks, which correlates with clinical deficits and recovery. While acupuncture has demonstrated safety and efficacy in improving motor function, robust neuroimaging evidence elucidating its central mechanisms remains limited. This study aimed to investigate the specific neuroplastic effects of acupuncture by focusing on its modulation of cortical gray matter volume (GMV) and multilayer dynamic functional network topology. Methods Patients with stroke were randomly allocated in a 2:1...Weiterlesen

Aktueller Stand und zukünftige Perspektiven der Akupunktur bei Insomnie: Von zentralen Mechanismen zu peripheren Effekten Abstract Insomnia significantly impacts mental health and is linked to a range of other health issues, including cardiovascular diseases, depression and anxiety. Acupuncture, a traditional non-pharmacological intervention, enhances sleep quality by modulating neural circuits and neurotransmitter systems within the brain, particularly in regions such as the hypothalamus, brainstem, and limbic system. It can regulate circadian rhythms, facilitate the equilibrium of neurohormones and neurotransmitters, including melatonin, 5-hydroxytryptamine and γ-aminobutyric acid, and mitigate stress responses through the modulation of the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis. Acupuncture has demonstrated efficacy in...Weiterlesen

Die Rolle der Akupunktur bei Hyperhidrose und vasomotorischem Schwitzen: Evidenz, Mechanismen und Forschungslücken Abstract Background and purpose Hyperhidrosis and thermoregulatory disorders, including menopausal and treatment-induced hot flushes, can significantly impair quality of life. While acupuncture has been proposed as a potential non-pharmacological treatment for these conditions, the quality and consistency of available evidence remain unclear. This review aims to critically assess the current literature on acupuncture for various kinds of hyperhidrosis, evaluating its clinical efficacy, mechanisms of action, and limitations. Methods A narrative review was conducted based on English-language, PubMed-indexed published clinical studies, randomised controlled trials (RCTs), and meta-analyses investigating...Weiterlesen