Browse the latest research summaries in the field of alternative medicine for spinal cord injury patients and caregivers.
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The Journal of Spinal Cord Medicine, 2023 • July 1, 2023
This study investigated the effects of warm acupuncture (WA) therapy on neuronal apoptosis and recovery after spinal cord injury (SCI) in rats, focusing on the role of the ERK signaling pathway. The r...
KEY FINDING: Warm acupuncture (WA) treatment significantly raised the Basso, Beattie & Bresnahan locomotor rating scale (BBB scale) of SCI rats from 7 to 14 days after SCI, indicating improved motor function.
PM R, 2023 • September 1, 2023
The study assessed patient favorability toward music therapy (MT) in an inpatient rehabilitation facility (IRF) across three impairment categories, finding that patients generally have a neutral to fa...
KEY FINDING: Most patients (79.8%) scored in either the favorable or neutral ranges regarding music therapy.
Journal of NeuroEngineering and Rehabilitation, 2023 • June 11, 2023
This study investigated corticomuscular coupling during Wheelchair Tai Chi (WCTC) in spinal cord injury (SCI) patients, comparing it with aerobic exercise (AE) and healthy controls (HCs). The results ...
KEY FINDING: SCI patients showed changes in brain connectivity and increased muscle activation compared to healthy controls, suggesting they need more effort to perform the same tasks.
J. Clin. Med., 2023 • July 7, 2023
This case study describes the adaptation and implementation of hypnotic cognitive therapy (HYP-CT) intervention for early SCI pain in the context of mechanical ventilation dependence and weaning. The ...
KEY FINDING: The participant reported immediate reductions in pain intensity following each intervention session.
Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 2023 • December 14, 2022
This study aimed to investigate the analgesic effects of Chinese Tuina on neuropathic pain in rats by examining synaptic structure remodeling in the spinal cord dorsal horn (SCDH). The results showed ...
KEY FINDING: Tuina and MK-801 (an NR2B antagonist) reversed CCI-induced changes in motor function and reduced mechanical and cold allodynia in rats.
Journal of Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine, 2023 • June 12, 2023
This systematic review assessed the effectiveness of Ayurveda, Yoga, and Acupuncture in managing spinal cord injury (SCI) symptoms. The review included 28 articles and found that integrating Ayurveda ...
KEY FINDING: The review found that integrating Ayurveda management with other alternative therapies improved various aspects of health in SCI patients.
Neurospine, 2023 • September 1, 2023
This study elucidates the molecular mechanisms underlying the therapeutic effects of electroacupuncture (EA) on spinal cord injuries (SCIs). It demonstrates that EA downregulates miR-106b-5p expressio...
KEY FINDING: MiR-106b-5p levels are increased in SCI patients and rat models.
Pilot and Feasibility Studies, 2023 • August 3, 2023
This quasi-experimental pilot clinical trial will investigate the feasibility and potential benefits of remotely delivered Spring Forest Qigong™ for reducing neuropathic pain in adults with spinal cor...
KEY FINDING: The study will determine whether remotely delivered Qigong is feasible and well-tolerated and whether it reduces neuropathic pain in adults with SCI.
Front. Physiol., 2023 • August 31, 2023
This study investigated the feasibility and potential efficacy of remotely delivered Spring Forest Qigong for reducing neuropathic pain in adults with spinal cord injury (SCI). The results demonstrate...
KEY FINDING: Remote Spring Forest Qigong is feasible for adults with SCI-related neuropathic pain, with high adherence and no study-related adverse events.
ENEURO, 2023 • November 8, 2023
The study investigates the molecular mechanism of electroacupuncture (EA) in neurologic repair after spinal cord injury (SCI) using a rat model. Results indicate that EA facilitates recovery by reduci...
KEY FINDING: EA facilitates the recovery of neuronal function in SCI rats by reducing apoptosis and inflammation of neurons.