Browse the latest research summaries in the field of alternative medicine for spinal cord injury patients and caregivers.
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Journal of Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine, 2023 • June 12, 2023
This systematic review assessed the effectiveness of Ayurveda, Yoga, and Acupuncture in managing spinal cord injury (SCI) symptoms. The review included 28 articles and found that integrating Ayurveda ...
KEY FINDING: The review found that integrating Ayurveda management with other alternative therapies improved various aspects of health in SCI patients.
Neurospine, 2023 • September 1, 2023
This study elucidates the molecular mechanisms underlying the therapeutic effects of electroacupuncture (EA) on spinal cord injuries (SCIs). It demonstrates that EA downregulates miR-106b-5p expressio...
KEY FINDING: MiR-106b-5p levels are increased in SCI patients and rat models.
Pilot and Feasibility Studies, 2023 • August 3, 2023
This quasi-experimental pilot clinical trial will investigate the feasibility and potential benefits of remotely delivered Spring Forest Qigong™ for reducing neuropathic pain in adults with spinal cor...
KEY FINDING: The study will determine whether remotely delivered Qigong is feasible and well-tolerated and whether it reduces neuropathic pain in adults with SCI.
Front. Physiol., 2023 • August 31, 2023
This study investigated the feasibility and potential efficacy of remotely delivered Spring Forest Qigong for reducing neuropathic pain in adults with spinal cord injury (SCI). The results demonstrate...
KEY FINDING: Remote Spring Forest Qigong is feasible for adults with SCI-related neuropathic pain, with high adherence and no study-related adverse events.
Medicina, 2024 • February 21, 2024
This study investigated the anti-allodynic effect of Yokukansan (YKS) on Paclitaxel-induced neuropathic pain in rats. The results showed that YKS significantly enhanced the withdrawal threshold in PTX...
KEY FINDING: YKS administration significantly enhanced the withdrawal threshold in PTX rats, indicating a reduction in pain sensitivity.
ENEURO, 2023 • November 8, 2023
The study investigates the molecular mechanism of electroacupuncture (EA) in neurologic repair after spinal cord injury (SCI) using a rat model. Results indicate that EA facilitates recovery by reduci...
KEY FINDING: EA facilitates the recovery of neuronal function in SCI rats by reducing apoptosis and inflammation of neurons.
CNS Neurosci Ther, 2024 • January 1, 2024
The study aimed to investigate the effect of perineuronal net (PNN) and neurocan (NCAN) on spinal inhibitory parvalbumin interneuron (PV-IN), and the mechanism of electroacupuncture (EA) in promoting ...
KEY FINDING: Spinal cord injury leads to a reduction in PNN core glycan protein expression at the injury epicenter.
Int. J. Mol. Sci., 2024 • February 1, 2024
The study investigates the mechanisms behind electroacupuncture's (EA) therapeutic effects on neuropathic pain in mice with spared nerve injury (SNI). EA treatment reduced SNI-induced neuropathic pain...
KEY FINDING: Electroacupuncture (EA) at 2 Hz partially attenuated mechanical hyperalgesia and fully reduced thermal hyperalgesia in mice with spared nerve injury (SNI).
J Cell Mol Med, 2024 • January 1, 2024
This study demonstrates the remarkable efficacy of EA intervention in ameliorating pain hypersensitivities induced by CCI and protecting neurons against injury and loss in NP rats. Moreover, EA effect...
KEY FINDING: EA treatment effectively attenuated CCI-induced pain hypersensitivity and mitigated neuron damage and loss in the spinal cord of NP rats.
Cureus, 2024 • April 5, 2024
The study aimed to evaluate the impact of integrated yoga and naturopathy on functional disability and independence in spinal cord injury (SCI) patients. The results indicated that combining yoga and ...
KEY FINDING: Significant improvements were observed in both groups; however, the yoga and naturopathy group showed greater improvements in self-care, respiratory/sphincter management, and mobility.