Front Immunol April 2023 PMID 37090714

The immunomodulatory mechanisms for acupuncture practice.

Meng Wang, Weili Liu, Jiayi Ge, Shenbin Liu

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The evaluations reveal a collective agreement on acupuncture's immunomodulatory effects, supported by mentions of detailed mechanisms like the vagal-adrenal pathway and immune cells, showcasing high interest and engagement through technical references. The tone is often scientific and exploratory, indicating a recognition of potential impact on medical practices and ongoing research.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions express support and acknowledge the evidence linking acupuncture to immune modulation, reflecting a consensus on its potential benefits.

InterestHigh interest

The posts demonstrate high curiosity, frequently referencing detailed mechanisms and research findings, indicating strong engagement with the topic.

EngagementHigh engagement

Many discussions delve into specific neuroanatomical pathways and immune components, showing deep analysis and active participation.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions suggest that the research could influence future therapeutic approaches and scientific understanding, though some remain exploratory.

Abstract in brief

  • Acupuncture, a traditional Chinese practice lasting over 2000 years, is believed to help restore body balance by stimulating specific points (acupoints) to activate the body's self-healing abilities.
  • Recent research highlights acupuncture’s role in modulating the immune system, showing potential benefits for infectious and allergic diseases through its influence on both innate and adaptive immunity.
  • Advances in systems physiology have provided new insights into neuroanatomical pathways and reflex mechanisms through which acupuncture may regulate immunity, opening up opportunities to improve its therapeutic effectiveness.]

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Frontiers - Immunology
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New Research: The immunomodulatory mechanisms for acupuncture practice: The system physiology approaches that emerge in western countries in recent years echo the holistic view of ancient Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) practices that deal… https://t.co/gS2pYcTOGq #immunology

Apr 7, 2023 · 11 likes · 2 shares · 33,740 followers View post →
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Neuro Sjogrens
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@JoniLNemeth @christmasali Here's an article on acupuncture & immune system. https://t.co/vF5XKu5yln

Jun 2, 2025 · 1 like · 3,203 followers View post →
Shaftesbury Clinic
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Wang & al (2023) reviewed evidence from animal & human studies to support the role of acupuncture in regulating inflammation, infection, allergy, pain, and tissue repair. Acupuncture: a safe and effective complementary therapy for immune system diseases. https://t.co/Axqe1SW2ik https://t.co/ckd9OOYSed

Aug 29, 2023 · 1 like · 1,643 followers View post →
Dra. Teresa Pascual
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ACUPUNTURA MECANISMOS INMUNOMODULADORES https://t.co/etvunK6xpJ

Apr 19, 2023 · 1 like · 1 share · 439 followers View post →
Philip Niño Tan-Gatue, MD
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The immunomodulatory mechanisms for #acupuncture practice https://t.co/tm47GN0g2N

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Neuro Sjogrens
@NeuroSjogrens · X

@JoniLNemeth @christmasali Here's an article on acupuncture & immune system. https://t.co/vF5XKu5yln

Jun 2, 2025 · 1 like · 3,203 followers View post →
Gerard Hough
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The immunomodulatory mechanisms for acupuncture practice https://t.co/mBCab9vZyN

May 15, 2025 · 1,745 followers View post →
Gerard Hough
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The immunomodulatory mechanisms for acupuncture practice https://t.co/mBCab9vZyN

Apr 18, 2025 · 1,745 followers View post →
Philip Niño Tan-Gatue, MD
@philiptangatue · X

The immunomodulatory mechanisms for #acupuncture practice https://t.co/tm47GN0g2N

Nov 9, 2023 · 5,560 followers View post →
Shaftesbury Clinic
@ShaftesburyC · X

Wang & al (2023) reviewed evidence from animal & human studies to support the role of acupuncture in regulating inflammation, infection, allergy, pain, and tissue repair. Acupuncture: a safe and effective complementary therapy for immune system diseases. https://t.co/Axqe1SW2ik https://t.co/ckd9OOYSed

Aug 29, 2023 · 1 like · 1,643 followers View post →
Shaftesbury Clinic
@ShaftesburyC · X

Wang & al (2023) reviewed the immunomodulatory mechanism of acupuncture: it affects many different components of the immune system including mast cells, macrophages, neutrophils, natural killer cells, astrocytes, microglia, CD4+ &CD8+ T cells, & cytokines: https://t.co/7ew8oOoUJO https://t.co/A8XxKRy5Qc

Aug 15, 2023 · 1,643 followers View post →
Shaftesbury Clinic
@ShaftesburyC · X

Wang & al (2023) detailed neuroanatomical mechanisms of acupuncture in immunomodulation, incl. vagal-adrenal pathway, the cholinergic anti-inflammatory pathway, the spinal sympathetic pathway, the brain-gut axis, & the hypothalamus-pituitary-adrenal axis: https://t.co/Axqe1SWA7S https://t.co/3mywzIy87z

Jul 29, 2023 · 1,643 followers View post →
Shaftesbury Clinic
@ShaftesburyC · X

Wang & al (2023) reviewed the immunomodulatory mechanism of acupuncture: it affects many different components of the immune system including mast cells, macrophages, neutrophils, natural killer cells, astrocytes, microglia, CD4+ &CD8+ T cells, & cytokines: https://t.co/Axqe1SWA7S https://t.co/wiUTtsxPTP

Jun 29, 2023 · 1,643 followers View post →
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Dra. Teresa Pascual
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ACUPUNTURA MECANISMOS INMUNOMODULADORES https://t.co/etvunK6xpJ

Apr 19, 2023 · 1 like · 1 share · 439 followers View post →
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New Research: The immunomodulatory mechanisms for acupuncture practice: The system physiology approaches that emerge in western countries in recent years echo the holistic view of ancient Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) practices that deal… https://t.co/gS2pYcTOGq #immunology

Apr 7, 2023 · 11 likes · 2 shares · 33,740 followers View post →