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Acupuncture, from the ancient to the current.

Jiajie Zhu^1,2, Jicheng Li^3,4, Liangjun Yang^1,2

¹Department of Gastroenterology, Tongde Hospital of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou, China.

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Summary

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Acupuncture, an ancient Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) therapy, involves needle insertion at acupoints. Recent research clarifies its historical context, current evidence, and scientific mechanisms.

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Area of Science:

Integrative Medicine
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)
Acupuncture Research

Background:

Acupuncture is a traditional therapy involving fine needle insertion into specific body points (acupoints).
It possesses a long and varied history within Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM).
Recent decades have seen renewed interest and scientific investigation into acupuncture.

Observation:

A growing body of well-designed clinical trials on acupuncture has emerged.
Basic research is actively exploring the underlying mechanisms of acupuncture.
Scientific studies are beginning to elucidate the principles of TCM theory.

Findings:

The review synthesizes current evidence regarding acupuncture's efficacy and therapeutic applications.
It details the historical trajectory and contemporary status of acupuncture practice.
Key scientific mechanisms proposed to explain acupuncture's effects are presented.

Implications:

Understanding acupuncture's mechanisms can bridge traditional knowledge with modern science.
This review supports evidence-based integration of acupuncture into healthcare.
Further research can refine acupuncture protocols and applications.