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ACUPUNCTURE, CHINESE MEDICINE AND APPLICATIONS
Bruce Xu, L.Ac., Dipl., M.S.
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Possible Mechanisms for Acupuncture
Pain:
Stimulate release of ß-endorphins into the cerebrospinal fluid and its analgesic effect can be reversed by naloxone and antiserum against endorphins.
Hormones:
Activate hypothalamus, pituitary gland, and ovarian.
Influence the secretion of neurotransmitters and neurohormones.
Blood:
Regulate and increase blood flow to the injured region.
Immune systems:
Alternating immune functions.
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