Effect of “needle sensation” and the real-time changes in autonomic nervous system activity during acupuncture analgesia
Acupuncture analgesia (AA) is commonly used, with the autonomic nervous system (ANS) playing a crucial role in its mechanism. A study assessed real-time Autonomic Nervous System changes during Acupuncture analgesia in a human pain model. Participants were randomized into model, sham acupuncture, and acupuncture groups. Acupuncture significantly reduced pain compared to the model group, with…
Read MoreHow Biohackers Are Trying to Upgrade Their Brains and Bodies
The article explores the growing trend of biohacking, where individuals use technology and science to enhance various aspects of their bodies and minds. Biohackers are experimenting with methods ranging from implanting electronic devices in their bodies to optimizing their diets and exercise routines. We’ve talked about it here. and here My focus in my practice,…
Read MoreThe autonomic nervous system: A potential link to the efficacy of acupuncture
In Frontiers of Neuroscience, this article takes on the ever more evident effect that acupuncture has on the autonomic nervous system, another way to think about it is the fast aspect of your stress response. They review the studies from the last 20 years, supporting the fact that acupuncture alleviates the autonomic dysfunction associaated with…
Read MoreOlfactory three needle regulates the proliferation of olfactory bulb neural stem cells and ameliorates brain injury after subarachnoid hemorrhage
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2405844024045821 Zhou, F., Wang, Z., Xiong, K., Zhang, M., Wang, Q., Wang, Y., & Li, X. (2024). Olfactory three needle regulates the proliferation of olfactory bulb neural stem cells and ameliorates brain injury after subarachnoid hemorrhage by regulating Wnt/β-catenin signaling. Heliyon, e28551. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.heliyon.2024.e28551 Abstract Background Subarachnoid hemorrhage (SAH) is a serious cerebrovascular emergency. The incidence…
Read MoreGood Sleep, Long Life: Oura Ring For Sleep Tracking
I’ve used andor at least 3 years now to track my sleep. Sleep is a cornerstone for good health, so it’s worth it to try to optimize it! I did a video on it here. The main points follow Sleep’s Important! In my latest YouTube video, “Don’t Die! Learn to Sleep Better,” I explore the…
Read MoreEffects of transcutaneous auricular vagus nerve stimulation at left cymba concha on experimental pain as assessed with the nociceptive withdrawal reflex, and correlation with parasympathetic activity
This is a fun study that looks at TAVNS and pain withdrawal as a function of parasympathetic activity. They used 100 Hz for 2 minutes only(!). They then measured cymba concha versus ear lobe. They looked at HRV during the two minutes. Pain withdrawal decreased 10 minutes and 30 minutes after the stim. I do…
Read MoreTranscutaneous auricular vagus nerve stimulation for post-stroke depression
I’m not surprised that TAVNS is effective for depression following stroke. I’ve seen how effective it can be for mood disorders, and if you consider the link between the autonomic nervous system and inflammation, and how inflammation is tightly linked to depression, it makes sense. Transcutaneous auricular vagus nerve stimulation for post-stroke depression: A double-blind,…
Read MoreKobe Bryant, Jason Kidd, Steve Nash Basketball Greats Stay Great with Acupuncture
When you make gazillions of dollars from you physical abilities, the last thing every NBA star would want to happen is injuries. . This video has three stories from the greats about their experience with acupuncture Find out who is the unlikely “connoissier of ancient medicine”, who was reluctant because of needle fear, and who…
Read MoreIntermittent fasting doubles cardiac risk?? A startling new study
I’ve covered time-restricted eating here. And also recommended it in my new book! We will see how the science settles out on this popular health hack. The analysis found: People who followed a pattern of eating all of their food across less than 8 hours per day had a 91% higher risk of death due…
Read MoreAcupuncture Research Review for Pain Management
The study, “Global Trends of Acupuncture Clinical Research on Analgesia from 2010 to 2023: A Bibliometric and Visualization Analysis,” presents an in-depth bibliometric analysis of acupuncture analgesia research over a thirteen-year period. This analysis is designed to map the evolution, current state, and future directions of acupuncture in pain anagement, providing valuable insights for researchers,…
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