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[Ear-acupuncture and endocrine secretion].

T Spagnoletti, M Liotti, L Tutino

    Bollettino Della Societa Italiana Di Biologia Sperimentale
    |March 15, 1982
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    Auricular acupuncture did not alter pituitary hormone levels but decreased hydrocortisone when used alone. Combining it with hypophyseal stimulation tests showed no significant hormonal changes.

    Area of Science:

    • Endocrinology
    • Neuroscience
    • Acupuncture Research

    Background:

    • Auricular acupuncture is a traditional practice.
    • Its effects on hormonal secretion require further investigation.
    • Hormonal responses to stimulation tests are complex.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate the influence of auricular puncture on hormonal secretion.
    • To assess hormonal responses with and without hypophyseal stimulation.

    Main Methods:

    • Studied 5 subjects undergoing auricular puncture.
    • Administered hypophyseal stimulation tests (LH-RH-insulina-TRH).
    • Measured plasmatic hormone levels before and after interventions.

    Main Results:

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    • No changes observed in plasmatic pituitary hormone levels.
    • A decrease in plasmatic hydrocortisone was noted with auricular puncture alone.
    • Combined auricular puncture and stimulation tests yielded no significant hormonal alterations.

    Conclusions:

    • Auricular puncture alone may influence hydrocortisone levels.
    • Auricular acupuncture does not appear to affect pituitary hormone secretion.
    • Further research is needed to understand the neuroendocrine effects of auricular acupuncture.