Acupuncture Matrix

Functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging (fMRI) is a specialized MRI scan that measures the changes in blood flow related to neural activity in the brain.

Background
Clinical studies suggest that acupuncture can stimulate saliva production and reduce xerostomia (dry mouth). We were interested in exploring the neuronal substrates involved in such responses. Read more…

Randomized Controlled Trial Dry Mouth, fMRI, LI-2, Xerostomia

Comments in response to 2 recent studies regarding the effects of acupressure/acupuncture on nausea and xerostomia (dry mouth) in patients receiving radiotherapy for cancer. Read more…

Commentary Dry Mouth, Nausea, Radiotherapy, Xerostomia