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2020


J Pain Res


13

Brain Metabolism in Rats with Neuropathic Pain Induced by Brachial Plexus Avulsion Injury and Treated via Electroacupuncture.

Authors

Huo B-B, Zheng M-X, Hua X-Y, Shen J, Wu J-J, Xu J-G
J Pain Res. 2020; 13:585-595.
PMID: 32273747.

Abstract

Brain organisation is involved in the mechanism of neuropathic pain. Acupuncture is a common clinical practise in traditional Chinese medicine for the treatment of chronic pain. This study explored electroacupuncture's effects on brain metabolism following brachial plexus avulsion injury (BPAI)-induced pain.