Rat Acupuncture Conditions We Treat
Explore standard laboratory rat acupoints referenced across preclinical disease models — from nervous system and metabolic research to cardiovascular, respiratory, immunology, and oncology support studies. Point locations are cross-checked against WHO Standard Acupuncture Point Locations for research reproducibility.
Common Conditions Treated with Rat Acupuncture
Each card gives a short, search-friendly summary of how rat acupuncture is referenced across preclinical research fields, with quick links to the laboratory rat acupuncture points chart, certified specialists, and learning resources.
Rat Acupuncture for Nervous System Disease Models
Referenced in focal cerebral ischemia, peripheral nerve injury, Parkinson's disease (PD), Alzheimer's disease (AD), and epilepsy models, commonly using points such as GV20, GV26, and ST36.
Rat Acupuncture for Psychiatric & Cognitive Models
Used in depressive-like behavior, chronic stress-induced anxiety, and spatial learning/memory impairment research, commonly using points such as GV20, HT7, and PC6.
Rat Acupuncture for Metabolic & Endocrine Models
Referenced in diabetes mellitus, metabolic syndrome (obesity), and thyroid dysfunction assays, commonly using points such as ST36, SP6, and CV4.
Rat Acupuncture for Gastrointestinal Models
Used in functional dyspepsia, postoperative ileus (POI), ulcerative colitis (UC), and gastric lesion protection research, commonly using points such as ST36, CV12, and ST25.
Rat Acupuncture for Immunology & Inflammation Models
Referenced in systemic allergic reactions, induced asthma, inflammatory arthritis, and autoimmune barrier response research, commonly using points such as GV14, BL13, and ST36.
Rat Acupuncture for Cardiovascular Models
Used in essential hypertension, myocardial ischemia, and congestive heart failure models, commonly using points such as PC6, BL15, and ST36.
Rat Acupuncture for Respiratory Models
Referenced in ovalbumin-induced allergic asthma and chronic bronchitis models, commonly using points such as GV14, BL13, and ST36.
Rat Acupuncture for Analgesia & Anesthesia Research
Used in inflammatory and neuropathic pain models, as well as bone cancer pain indices, commonly using points such as ST36, GB30, and LI4.
Rat Acupuncture for Oncology Support Models
Referenced as adjuvant therapy in breast, hepatic, gastric, and pulmonary carcinoma research, commonly using points such as ST36, SP6, and CV17.
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Frequently asked questions
These questions help both researchers and search engines understand how laboratory rat acupuncture is referenced in preclinical study design.
What disease models is rat acupuncture commonly used in?
Published preclinical literature references rat acupuncture across nine broad research fields: nervous system disease, psychiatric and cognitive models, metabolic and endocrine disease, gastrointestinal disorders, immunology and inflammation, cardiovascular disease, respiratory disease, analgesia and anesthesia research, and oncology support.
How many acupuncture points does a rat have?
PetAcu's laboratory rat chart references 40 standard acupuncture points, verified against WHO Standard Acupuncture Point Locations and T/CAAM guidelines for reproducible experimental use.
Are rat acupoint locations standardized across studies?
Point locations are commonly cross-referenced against WHO and T/CAAM standards, though some points (such as ST36) have documented locational variation across published studies, which is why verified reference charts are important for reproducibility.
Can acupuncture protocols be combined with pharmacological treatment in rat models?
Yes. Acupuncture is frequently studied as an adjunctive or comparative intervention alongside pharmacological treatment in preclinical study designs.