Regulating effects of Neiguan (PC6) and Gongsun (SP4) on hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis in rats with functional dyspepsia

ConclusionThe Eight Confluent Points Neiguan (PC6) and Gongsun (SP4) can improve the mood and gastrointestinal dynamics in FD rats, which may be achieved by down-regulating the hypothalamic CRH, pituitary ACTH, and adrenal CORT, as well as by correcting the HPA axis hyperfunction.
Source: Journal of Acupuncture and Tuina Science - Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research