The authors conclude that this gives some theoretical basis for using acupuncture for cerebral injury in children. I wonder if it could also give some theoretical basis for use in clinically depressed patients. In this article from the NYTimes discussing
A nice study from University of Maryland from Lixing Lao who does all around excellent work, but is particularly interested in using rat arthritis models to explore the mechanisms of acupuncture. I’ve discussed his work here and here among other citations. The abstract
Vitaly Napadow has another paper looking at the ANS (Autonomic Nervous System) and acupuncture in conjunction with brain imaging. I’ve highlighted some of Napadow’s work here and here, he shares my interest in the ANS and acupuncture. (If you put
If you would like to go to whole interview with this doctor, click on the title. I excerpt only a small portion. How Doctors and Patients Do Harm How Doctors and Patients Do HarmBy TARA PARKER-POPE Christopher T. Martin Dr.
