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[A Newly-made Rat Holder for Convenient Acupuncture Needle Insertion]
Yang-Yang Li1, Nai-Rong Lin1, Yin-Lan Huang2
1College of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Ningxia Medical University, Yinchuan 750004, China.
Zhen Ci Yan Jiu = Acupuncture Research
|October 27, 2017
Summary
Researchers developed a new rat holder for precise acupuncture needle insertion into acupoints. This device enhances experimental study applicability and ease of operation for scientific research.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Science
- Biomedical Engineering
- Acupuncture Research
Background:
- Acupuncture research in animal models requires precise needle placement.
- Existing methods for restraining rodents during acupuncture can be cumbersome and limit accessibility.
Purpose of the Study:
- To introduce a novel rat holder device designed for simplified acupuncture needle insertion.
- To evaluate the device's ease of operation and applicability in diverse anatomical locations on rats.
Main Methods:
- Development of a custom-designed rat holder apparatus.
- Testing the device's functionality across various body parts for acupuncture point access.
- Qualitative assessment of operational ease and applicability by researchers.
Main Results:
- The newly developed rat holder facilitates straightforward insertion of acupuncture needles.
- The device demonstrates high applicability, allowing access to acupoints throughout the rat's body.
- The holder is user-friendly, improving the efficiency of experimental procedures.
Conclusions:
- The novel rat holder is a valuable tool for researchers conducting acupuncture studies in rats.
- Its design promotes ease of use and broad applicability, making it suitable for widespread adoption in experimental settings.
