Effect of Moxibustion on IL-1β and IL-2 in Rat Models of Rheumatoid Arthritis

Objective To observe the influence on IL-1β and IL-2 in rat models with rheumatoid arthritis after moxibustion on Shenshu (BL 23) and Zusanli (ST 36) points, and to discuss the mechanism of moxibustion. Methods Fifty male Wistar rats were divided randomly into 5 groups, control group, model group, d...

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Published in:Journal of acupuncture and tuina science 2010-06, Vol.8 (3), p.149-153
Main Author: 胡玲 Dirckinck-Holmfeld Lars 宋小鸽 唐照亮 蔡荣林 何璐 罗磊
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Language:English
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Acupuncture
Lasers
Medicine
Medicine & Public Health
Rheumatoid arthritis
Special Topic for 973 Program
关节炎
白细胞介素1β
白细胞介素2
类风湿
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Summary:Objective To observe the influence on IL-1β and IL-2 in rat models with rheumatoid arthritis after moxibustion on Shenshu (BL 23) and Zusanli (ST 36) points, and to discuss the mechanism of moxibustion. Methods Fifty male Wistar rats were divided randomly into 5 groups, control group, model group, drug group, moxibustion group, and laser group, 10 for each. Four groups except the normal group were built on the model of rheumatoid arthritis. The changes of body weight and plantar circumference were measured and the level of IL-1β、 IL-2 in sera were examined by ELISA. Results Compared with the model group, the weight and plantar circumference of rats in the moxibustion group were improved significantly after treatment ( P
ISSN:1672-3597
1993-0399
DOI:10.1007/s11726-010-0394-z