A study on the differences of effect on mast cells and serum 5-HT in the acupoint area of “CV 4” of rats by acupuncture stimulus and thermal stimulus

ConclusionBoth acupuncture stimulus and thermal stimulus can cause the aggregation and degranulation of MCs and high expression of 5-HT in the acupoint area. The effect of thermal stimulus was superior to that of acupuncture stimulus in degranulation.
Source: World Journal of Acupuncture Moxibustion - Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research