Histological analysis of immediate effects caused by percutaneous microelectrolysis (MEP®) in healthy muscle tissue of Wistar rats
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https://doi.org/10.5585/conssaude.v13n1.4721Keywords:
Physical therapy modalities, Electric stimulation therapy, Electrolysis, Electric stimulation, Inflammation.Abstract
Introduction: The Percutaneous Microelectrolysis (MEP®) consists in the application of a low intensity galvanic current with an acupuncture needle. Objective: To analyze the effects of MEP® in muscular tissue. Method: This is an experimental study with 25 Wistar rats. The G1 (Control), G2 (MEP® off, immediately sacrificed), G3 (MEP® off, sacrificed at 24 hours), G4 (MEP® on, immediately sacrificed), G5 (MEP® on, sacrificed at 24 hours). The procedure consists in 3 x 1 minute applications, with a 0,22x13 mm needle, with 300 uA, in the triceps surae. Results: G2 shows vascular congestion and hemorrhage, as result of the needle introduction. G3 shows a local and slightly inflammation over the tissues where the needle was introduced. G4 shows a controlled inflammation with neutrophils, lymphocytes, mastocites and macrophages. G5 shows necrosis by liquefaction in muscular cells, with macrophages. Conclusion: MEP® application stimulates inflammation and promotes necrosis by liquefaction.Downloads
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2014-03-28
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Delgado AM, Ronzio OA, Valentim da Silva RM, Soares IJP, Damasceno RF da S, Meyer PF. Histological analysis of immediate effects caused by percutaneous microelectrolysis (MEP®) in healthy muscle tissue of Wistar rats. Cons. Saúde [Internet]. 2014 Mar. 28 [cited 2024 Dec. 22];13(1):13-21. Available from: https://periodicos.uninove.br/saude/article/view/4721
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