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KMID : 0869420160140010011
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Journal of Jeahan Oriental Medical Academy
2016 Volume.14 No. 1 p.11 ~ p.20
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Review concerning pathways mediating acupuncture effects
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Chang Su-Chan
Kim Hee-Young
Yang Chae-Ha
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Abstract
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OBJECTIVES : Acupuncture is a component of complex therapeutic and health care system of China that has been used for more than 2500 years. Although there are many hypothesis and experimental researches concerning acupuncture effects, the solid mechanisms underlying acupuncture effects remain poorly understood. The aim of this study was to review the literatures and reports related with various scientific theories about the acupuncture mechanism. And we hope that this review will contribute to an understanding of the acupuncture mechanisms.
METHODS : We reviewedresearch articles in electronic databases such as RISS and Pubmed about the mechanism of acupuncture.
RESULTS and CONCLUSION : This review summarized the following theories; (1) traditional acupuncture theory (Qi and meridian), (2) peripheral nerve theory, (3) connective tissue theory, and (4) Bong-Han theory (now called as Primo theory). Although their theories are supported by experimental evidence, there are many controversies and limitations to explain acupuncture effects fully.
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KEYWORD
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Acupuncture, Meridian, Peripheral nerve, Connective tissue, Bong-Han, Primo vascular system
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