Acupuncture: Ancient practice, modern science. What you should know

About this episode

This episode explores the science behind acupuncture and its effects on the nervous system and pain relief.

Looking 4 Healing Radio with Dr. Angelina Farella – Research suggests that acupuncture stimulates the peripheral nervous system, sending signals to the brain and spinal cord. This can trigger the release of neurotransmitters and endogenous opioids—your body’s natural pain-relieving chemicals. Functional MRI studies have also shown that acupuncture may modulate activity in brain regions involved in...

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Host: Dr. Angelina Farella

Topics covered

• acupuncture
• pain relief
• neuroscience
• alternative medicine
• health

Keywords

• acupuncture
• peripheral nervous system
• neurotransmitters
• endogenous opioids
• functional MRI

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