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Area of Science:

Biomedical Engineering
Neuroscience
Traditional Chinese Medicine

Background:

Electroacupuncture (EA) is a widely used therapeutic technique.
The precise mechanisms underlying EA's efficacy are not fully understood.
Advancing EA research necessitates efficient and reliable animal models.

Purpose of the Study:

To develop and validate a 3D-printed fixator for improving the efficiency of electroacupuncture (EA) animal experiments.
To demonstrate the utility of the fixator in immobilizing rodents for EA treatment.
To facilitate mechanistic studies of EA.

Main Methods:

Design and 3D printing of a small animal body bulk fixator.
Utilizing the fixator for simultaneous bulk EA on mice or young rats.
Employing specific acupoints (MS6 and ST25) and positioning (prone and supine) to test the device's effectiveness.

Main Results:

The 3D-printed fixator enables simultaneous immobilization and EA treatment of multiple rodents.
This approach significantly reduces the time and resources required for EA animal experiments.
The fixator is adaptable for various animal models and experimental conditions.

Conclusions:

The 3D-printed small animal fixator substantially improves the efficiency of EA mechanistic studies.
This device supports the broader promotion and advancement of experimental scientific research in electroacupuncture.
The adaptable design holds potential for diverse applications in animal-based research.