Cannabinoid CB2 Receptors Contribute to Upregulation of β-endorphin in Inflamed Skin Tissues by Electroacupuncture

Cannabinoid CB2 Receptors Contribute to Upregulation of β-endorphin in Inflamed Skin Tissues by Electroacupuncture

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Electroacupuncture (EA) can produce analgesia by increasing the β-endorphin level and activation of peripheral μ-opioid receptors in inflamed tissues. Endogenous cannabinoids and peripheral cannabinoid CB2 receptors (CB2Rs) are also...

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Main Authors: Su Tang-feng, Zhang Ling-hong, Peng Miao, Wu Cai-hua, Pan Wen, Tian Bo, Shi Jing, Pan Hui-lin, Li Man
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: SAGE Publishing 2011-12-01
Series:Molecular Pain
Subjects:
acupuncture
inflammatory pain
β-endorphin
cannabinoid CB2 receptors
μ-opioid receptors
Online Access:http://www.molecularpain.com/content/7/1/98

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