Brain Imaging-Based Mechanism of Acupuncture Treatment for Migraine: A Meta-Analysis
Journal · Pain (2024)
Original authors · Lee SG, Kwak MA, Jung SY, et al.
DOI · 10.1097/j.pain.2024.066
Summary
A meta-analysis of 14 brain imaging studies of acupuncture treatment for migraine. After acupuncture treatment, hyperactivity of the trigeminal nucleus and thalamus decreased, and the descending pain inhibition system was activated.
Key figures
Analyzed Studies
14 studies
Hyperactivity Suppression
Trigeminal nucleus↓
Descending Regulation
Pain inhibition↑
Conclusion
Acupuncture treatment regulates the central pain processing network of migraine.
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