Effect of Acupuncture on Oxidative Stress and Inflammation: From Mechanisms to Therapeutic Applications

Abstract
Inflammation is a common feature of disorders affecting various systems in the body, and oxidative stress can lead to an imbalance in the cellular metabolism and impaired regeneration of injured tissue. The therapeutic effect of manual acupuncture and electroacupuncture has long been studied. In this study, we conducted a literature review focusing on oxidative stress and inflammation and the therapeutic effect of acupuncture on pathological pathways. Our results reveal that through a novel light therapy technique, manual acupuncture and electroacupuncture can be combined to provide an alternative method for optimizing their therapeutic effects.