| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8692494 | Journal of Acupuncture and Meridian Studies | 2018 | 9 Pages |
Abstract
We investigate the biocompatibility of a new class of acupuncture needles that possess a hierarchical nano/microscale porous surface topology, referred to as porous acupuncture needles (PAN). The PAN is synthesized via a facile electrochemical anodization technique by which a surface area approximately 20 times greater than a conventional acupuncture needle, of approximately the same diameter, is obtained. PAN biocompatibility is evaluated using a variety of standard tests, with results indicating that the PAN can safely be used within therapeutic practice.
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Authors
Saurav Sorcar, Craig A. Grimes, Su-Il In,