Mirror therapy is a treatment method that uses flat-panel imaging combined with rehabilitation training programs to allow patients to observe the motion of the unaffected limbs,and to visualize and drive the motion of...Mirror therapy is a treatment method that uses flat-panel imaging combined with rehabilitation training programs to allow patients to observe the motion of the unaffected limbs,and to visualize and drive the motion of the limb on the affected side through optical illusion,visual feedback,and virtual reality[1].The development of mirror therapy has been widely used today in all aspects of rehabilitation programs,such as the recovery of dysfunctions,sensation,dyskinesia and language,especially the improvement of pain and exercise capacity[2-5].This review focused the mechanisms of mirror therapy,reported the possible mechanisms that may involve in the therapy.The possible mechanisms were concluded in this review.展开更多
Electroacupuncture of auricular concha area(EA-ACR)is a method of acupuncture stimulation of auricular concha area,which has been described in ancient China as well as in Egypt,Greece and Rome[1].The traditional theor...Electroacupuncture of auricular concha area(EA-ACR)is a method of acupuncture stimulation of auricular concha area,which has been described in ancient China as well as in Egypt,Greece and Rome[1].The traditional theory proposed that the auricle was represented by the body and internal organs,such that different body regions and organs appear on the external ear to form a humunculus of inverted fetus.展开更多
Knee osteoarthritis(OA)is an important cause of chronic pain and disability in the elderly,affecting 16%of the global population[1–2].With the increase in life expectancy and the prevalence of obesity,this situation ...Knee osteoarthritis(OA)is an important cause of chronic pain and disability in the elderly,affecting 16%of the global population[1–2].With the increase in life expectancy and the prevalence of obesity,this situation will worsen.At present,most international guidelines do not recommend acupuncture treatment.Only the guidelines of the American Academy of Rheumatology recommend the use of acupuncture when total knee replacement is required but is unwilling to undergo surgery or because of contraindications to surgery.Insufficient acupuncture frequency in previous studies may be the main reason for the unclear efficacy.However,in clinical practice,the selection of acupuncture frequency lacks the necessary scientific basis.In China,the frequency of acupuncture is mostly 3–5 times a week,but in foreign countries,the frequency of acupuncture is mostly 1–2 times a week.Too low acupuncture frequency is not conducive to the effect of acupuncture.If acupuncture frequency is too high,acupuncture tolerance may occur,and the treatment cost and time cost are high,which is not conducive to the promotion of acupuncture therapy worldwide.Therefore,it is necessary to explore the application rules of different acupuncture frequencies[3–5].展开更多
文摘Mirror therapy is a treatment method that uses flat-panel imaging combined with rehabilitation training programs to allow patients to observe the motion of the unaffected limbs,and to visualize and drive the motion of the limb on the affected side through optical illusion,visual feedback,and virtual reality[1].The development of mirror therapy has been widely used today in all aspects of rehabilitation programs,such as the recovery of dysfunctions,sensation,dyskinesia and language,especially the improvement of pain and exercise capacity[2-5].This review focused the mechanisms of mirror therapy,reported the possible mechanisms that may involve in the therapy.The possible mechanisms were concluded in this review.
文摘Electroacupuncture of auricular concha area(EA-ACR)is a method of acupuncture stimulation of auricular concha area,which has been described in ancient China as well as in Egypt,Greece and Rome[1].The traditional theory proposed that the auricle was represented by the body and internal organs,such that different body regions and organs appear on the external ear to form a humunculus of inverted fetus.
文摘Knee osteoarthritis(OA)is an important cause of chronic pain and disability in the elderly,affecting 16%of the global population[1–2].With the increase in life expectancy and the prevalence of obesity,this situation will worsen.At present,most international guidelines do not recommend acupuncture treatment.Only the guidelines of the American Academy of Rheumatology recommend the use of acupuncture when total knee replacement is required but is unwilling to undergo surgery or because of contraindications to surgery.Insufficient acupuncture frequency in previous studies may be the main reason for the unclear efficacy.However,in clinical practice,the selection of acupuncture frequency lacks the necessary scientific basis.In China,the frequency of acupuncture is mostly 3–5 times a week,but in foreign countries,the frequency of acupuncture is mostly 1–2 times a week.Too low acupuncture frequency is not conducive to the effect of acupuncture.If acupuncture frequency is too high,acupuncture tolerance may occur,and the treatment cost and time cost are high,which is not conducive to the promotion of acupuncture therapy worldwide.Therefore,it is necessary to explore the application rules of different acupuncture frequencies[3–5].
